(Airdate: August 19, 2025) The town of Dunhuang was the fourth and westernmost of the major garrisons established along the Gansu Corridor 2100 years ago. In addition to guarding China’s western flank, Dunhuang was strategically located at the junction of the northern and southern branches of the Silk Road. Among the travelers arriving via the northern branch was the Buddhist translator Kumarajiva and his white horse….
Local News for 8/19/25
Sophie DeGroot – Noxious Weeds
(Airdate: August 18, 2025) KPTZ’s Taylor Clark was joined live in the studio by Jefferson County Noxious Weed Coordinator Sophie DeGroot, and we also got to hear a roadside recording with Rachel and Alexa, the rest of the Noxious weed Crew.
August 16-31 KPTZ Programming Highlights
For a compendium of upcoming featured programs, check KPTZ Spotlight for August 16-31. Many of our program hosts provide specifics about what’s planned for this half month. If you’re not already a Spotlight subscriber, you’re invited to join our Mailing List. See KPTZ’s current Weekly On-Air Schedule and Daily Program Schedule.
County Connections
(Airdate: August 15, 2025) This week, Jim Burke and County Commissioner Heidi Eisenhour welcome Jefferson County Public Works Director Monte Reinders and Jean Ball who heads the “YES” committee for the Transportatiion Benefit District (TBD) which will be on the ballot in November. County voters are being asked to increase sales tax 2/10ths of 1% to shore up the budget for county roads and trails.
Brewocracy Now ~ 8/14/25
KPTZ’s Taylor Clark was joined by East Jefferson Fire and Rescue’s Chief Brett Black to discuss the current situation with fire safety during this hot dry period.
The Sad Blueberry Farmer’s Descent into Entropy
(Airdate: August 14, 2025 – The Sad Blueberry Farmer’s Descent into Entropy)
Local News for 8/14/25
Ian Maksin, Cellist
(Airdate: August 13, 2025) Ian Maksin, cellist, composer and multilingual vocalist, flew into Jefferson County Airport ahead of his concert at the Palindrome on Sunday, August 17. He stopped by the KPTZ Studio to visit with KPTZ’s Buzzy Donahue and play wonderful music.
Selena Tibert and Belle Shea
(Airdate: August 13, 2025) KPTZ’s Buzzy Donahue welcomed Selena Tibert and Belle Shea from Brooklyn to the KPTZ studio for some very special music.
