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Compass for 12/26/20

Last week two vaccines developed in record-smashing time were rolled out nationwide to address the COVID-19 pandemic just as infections, hospitalizations, and deaths from the disease also hit new records worldwide. At the same time, there has been a different kind of viral spread of questionable information about the disease, its treatment, and the new vaccines.

This week on the Compass we talk once again with Jefferson County Public Health Officer Dr. Tom Locke, who addresses a couple of the videos that have gone viral online, and then we talk about the local roll-out of the vaccine.

Local News for 12/25

December 25, 2020: What’s Out There – What’s Out There: What’s Out There: Local children’s book author; Khu Larb Thai dining. (TRANSCRIPT)

Brewocracy Now with John Mauro ~ 12/24

Today, City Manager John Mauro and KPTZ’s Tim Quackenbush talked about:

  • Public Records Act — City Responsibilities
  • Washington Street Traffic Calming
  • Jail Contract with County

Christmas Day on KPTZ

KPTZ has some special holiday programming coming up this Friday December 25th.
7:30-9:30am – A very festive Oakum Shed with Mark Stout, the Fishstick.
9:30-Noon – An extended Buzzy Donahue Holiday Show.
Noon-1pm – The Compass presented by Chris Bricker, featuring the Community Build Project.
1-3pm – A merry & madcap Filter, with Paul Rice & his guest Michael Grady
3-5pm – Cats in Our Stockings. A Christmas Day special from Cats in our Laps host Phil Andrus. There will be a merry cast of characters in attendance, including Deb Hammond and Father Christmas, plus lots of holiday music and good cheer. Also Don White will be reading “The H. Street Sledding Record” by Don Carlson.

Don White

5-7pm – Free Spin with rockin’ Ron McElroy. He’ll be playing blues and jazz Christmas music as well as a few exceptional classics.
8-10pm – It’s Friday Night Blues, the Christmas edition. Host Barney Burke is fixin’ to play two of his favorite vintage Hawaiian Christmas tunes as well as Christmas tunes from Eartha Kit, Freddy King, Lil’ Ed & the Blues Imperials, Otis Redding, Sharon Jones & the Dap Kings & many more. Requests and dedications are welcome at [email protected].
10pm – Midnight – Stay tuned for a bonus gift: KAOS Radio, Olympia DJ Ahniwa Ferrari has offered up a 2-hour holiday swing/jazz show, to top off KPTZ’s day of special programming. Stay tuned!

Thanks to Windermere, the Cocoa Forge, and John L. Scott for their underwriting support for KPTZ’s Christmas Day special programming!

Uplifting Local Racial Justice Activists

KPTZ supports the Racial Justice Wellness Fund, an initiative to raise funds for the wellness of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color doing racial justice work in Jefferson County. Since George Floyd’s murder, many Black, Indigenous, and People of Color on the Olympic Peninsula have been activated to address racial justice. The stress of this work is high and the social, physical, mental, and institutional barriers are many. This wellness fund empowers racial justice leaders to access trauma-informed support for their well being. In turn, this support contributes to the sustainability of racial justice in our communities. This project runs through December.  

December 15, 2020 Update: Sociologist and educator Tonia Burkett is one of the organizers of the Racial Justice Wellness Fund. She was interviewed by Chris Bricker on KPTZ’s Morning on the Salish on Tuesday, Dec 15. Here’s that interview.

Local News for 12/23

December 23, 2020: Local News – Governor restricts travel amid new COVID-19 strain; Hurricane Ridge open for holidays. (TRANSCRIPT)

The Science of Rearing Oysters

(First airdate: December 23, 2020) Shellfish aquaculture is a banner industry in Washington – but growing oysters in the state is surprisingly complex. In this episode, we talk with shellfish hatchery manager Lizzie Nelson as she tells us about her journey to becoming a shellfish biologist, what her job involves, and the challenges that face the industry.

Local News for 12/22

December 22, 2020: Local News – Jefferson escapes Thanksgiving “bump”; sales tax to support low income housing. (TRANSCRIPT)

Elyse Guttenberg

(Airdate: December 22, 2020) Looking for a fantasy escape with a message? The Power We Share is one for the list. Cris talks to Elyse Guttenberg, an Alaskan writer, known for works set in Alaskan prehistory. Her latest book takes us into the world of Molly Sinclair, a pirate and craft-born witch, where magic is bought, packaged and sold. The book is perfect for fans of Ursula K. LeGuin.