Local News for 12/13/22
#213 Nancy Erley, Sailor and Global Adventurer
(Airdate: December 13, 2022) Maryanne interviews Nancy Erley, a remarkable sailor who has circumnavigated the globe twice. She grew up in the Midwest, but Girl Scout membership ignited the dream of becoming a sailor. Her main passion at the University of Washington was the sailing team, although she did study enough to graduate. One adventure led to another until sailing around the world became an achievable dream. Each round-the-world sail took five years. The all-female team had amazing and occasionally terrifying adventures. There was the night near the top of Australia when the sea was alive with poisonous snakes. No one slept that night! Nancy remains quite active in the boating community here and regularly speaks at industry events. She also teaches many classes, specializing in teaching female students.
JeffCo Parks and Rec Center
(Airdate: December 13, 2022) Missy Nielsen interviews Chris Macklin, head of of the Jefferson County Parks and Recreation Department to acquaint us with the multiple opportunities to get involved with the recreational offerings of this department. With a county-wide reach, these programs have impacted hundreds – from toddlers to seniors. Listen in to hear how rewarding it is to work with our youth through this invaluable resource: Jefferson County Parks and Recreations and its recreation center.
County Public Health Report ~ 12/12/22
Below is a recording of the presentation during the Public Health briefings at this week’s Board of County Commissioners meeting made by Jefferson and Clallam County Public Health Officer Dr. Allison Berry. The summary below was provided by Jim Burke, producer of KPTZ’s Tuesday’s Local News:
– Pediatric hospitals and pediatric beds are far beyond capacity.
– Wear a mask in any indoor public setting.
– If you are sick, stay home.
– If your children are sick, keep them home.
– Get the flu shot and the Bivalent booster COVID-19 shot, if you can.
– Flu, RSV, and COVID-19 are all surging and we will not turn the corner until probably the end of January.
– Keep the grandparents safe, and skip Christmas dinner if you need to.
The Rose is Sold
(Airdate: December 12, 2022) It is no longer a secret, the Rose Theater has been sold to local arts leaders, Michael D’Alessandro (Northwind Art), and George Marie (Centrum Writing Programs). Larry Stein spoke with them and Founder Rocky Friedman about the future of the Rose Theater. Note: Our earlier talk with Rocky Friedman about the Rose sale can be found in KPTZ Podcasts/Attention Please/June 13, 2022)
Musical Fruit, a New Radio Experience
Musical Fruit is an effervescent morning show affirming non-linear, zoot-suit states of mind. DJ Goodwoman plays jump blues, rhythm and soul, chanson, exotica, swing, indie folk (old and new), stirring tunes from whatever genre, and rock ‘n’ roll in all its iterations. Your intrepid host also promises tarot readings, saxophone spotlights, cuts from the weird and wild vault, oddball and/or worldly insights, and interactive toe-dips into the realm of pure imagination. This Thursday, December 1 from 9:30 to 11am, DJ Goodwoman takes off with the premier of Musical Fruit! Then tune in next week, December 8 when DJ Goodwoman gets dreamy with some Chanson and a chance to hear your fortune!
Local News for 12/09/22
Our Working Waterfront ~ 12/09/22
(Airdate: December 9, 2022) KPTZ’s Chris Bricker joins co-hosts, Port of Port Townsend’s Director Eron Berg and Port Commissioner Pam Petranek, for our monthly update on news, issues, and people that surround our Maritime Community. After Eron’s Port update, Chris and Pam take a stroll down the Boathaven’s “A Dock” to visit 23-year-old Damian Detweiller, who moved here from Aspen, Colorado to attend the Northwest School of Wooden Boat Building. He now works at the Shipwrights Co-Op, and tends to his boat Lacey, using the talents he’s brought with him, and the skills he’s learned from the Boat School and as an apprentice to the Co-Op’s fine craftsmen. We learn about Damien’s projects, plans, dreams, and his deep love of boats.
Festivities, Fun, and More
KPTZ heads to downtown Port Townsend Saturday, December 10 for the annual Holiday Extravaganza! Join us at the Jefferson Museum where we’ll be broadcasting live for this FREE all ages afternoon! From 1-5pm, enjoy seasonal craft-making, warm beverages, and conversations with Cats in our Laps host Phil Andrus between live performances featuring:
Carla Main Trio – Jazz for the holidays
Paisani Norte – Music of Italy
Combo Choro – PT’s preeminent Choro band
Kristin Myers – Charm and whimsey
Wild Rose Chorale – PT’s premier a cappella group
Local News for 12/08/22
