(First airdate: March 1, 2016, Reprise airdate: November 22, 2016) Step Back in Time & Meet Me at the Soda Fountain.  Our Town Host Maryanne McNellis interviews Sam Johnson, long-time waitress at the Soda Fountain at Don’s Pharmacy. There’s semi-official designated seating for regulars and the shadow City Council meets every Saturday morning. If you are a 90-year-old regular and miss your usual coffee time someone’s going to call you . . . it’s just that kind of place.

(First airdate: November 8, 2016) Our Town Host Maryanne McNellis interviews Carr Tyndall, the general manager of the Port Townsend Paper Mill, which is the biggest employer in town. Since opening in the 1920s, the mill has constantly evolved to meet changing markets and regulations. Tyndall details some of the innovative practices the mill is using to reduce its carbon footprint. The latest? Trucking in compressed natural gas. That move will result in a 25% reduction of carbon dioxide emissions.

(First airdate: October 11, 2016) Our Town Host Maryanne McNellis interviews Port Townsend Mayor Deborah Stinson. Stinson started her career as a techie at the jails in Oklahoma and rose through the ranks until she saw her company acquired by Microsoft. She fell in love with “jaw droppingly gorgeous” Port Townsend the first time she saw it. After moving here, her passion for local issues propelled her into political office for the first time in her life.

(First airdate: September 27, 2016) THE KINETIC SCULPTURE RACE: WHERE MEDIOCRITY WINS. Our Town Host Maryanne McNellis interviews Janet Emery, President for Life of the annual Kinetic Sculpture Race. The queen (“kween”) will be crowned (“krowned”) Saturday night, Oct. 1, at the Koronation Kostume Ball at the Legion Hall. But don’t forget the competition in the quicksand, the dismal bog and even the obstacle course. Lunacy prevails when engineers live out their artistic fantasies.

(First airdate: September 13, 2016) READING THE POLICE BLOTTER IN BUCOLIC PORT TOWNSEND. Our Town Host Maryanne McNellis interviews Port Townsend Chief of Police Michael Evans. Although our crime rate is relatively low, police here must be prepared for everything from petty shoplifting to an “active shooter” situation. Chief Evans explains how our police work closely with the sheriff and fire department to resolve issues as peacefully as possible. Treatment via mental health and/or drug court is a preferred option in PT. The old ‘lock ’em up and throw away the key’ mentality is largely a thing of the past.

(First airdate: August 30, 2016) PADDLING AROUND WITH P.T. PADDLESPORTS. Our Town Host Maryanne McNellis interviews Steve Hiegel & Amy Recker, the owners of Port Townsend Paddlesports. Stand-up paddleboards, kayaks and bikes are staples of summer fun down at Fort Worden. But Steve won’t let anyone get on the water without a life jacket and a stern lecture on safety. It’s fun, not fright.

(first airdate: August 16, 2016) THE ARTIST AS DENTIST, WORKING IN PORCELAIN & GOLD. Our Town Host Maryanne McNellis interviews Dr. Liza Mathias from Uptown Dental. Most people don’t consider dentistry an art form. But Dr. Mathias does. Her tiny, perfect crowns and bridges combine her technical skills as a dentist with her artistic talent and eye for perfection.

(first airdate: August 2, 2016) A NEW PARK FOR SPARKY THE WONDER HORSE (& FRIENDS) Our Town Host Maryanne McNellis interviews Kim Hunt, board member of the Jefferson Equestrian Association. The group just received approval for Jefferson County’s first horse park. Like many others, Hunt currently rides her horse Spartacus (aka Sparky) along the Larry Scott Trail. The talented and considerate Sparky has been trained to step off the trail and into the bush when he needs to relieve himself. Hikers rejoice! The new park will be open to all – no horse required.

(first airdate: July 19, 2016) WAVING THE FLAG DOWN AT THE LEGION HALL. Our Town Host Maryanne McNellis interviews Andy Okinczyc, the new Commander of Port Townsend’s American Legion Post. It’s much more than a social club. The legion plays a vital role in assisting Vets with the VA. Other activities include the Winter Shelter for the homeless; a vibrant scholarship program and support for Boys State and the Scout Park.

(first airdate: July 5, 2016) A RACK OF ELK FOR YOUR SUMMER BARBECUE? Our Town Host Maryanne McNellis interviews raconteur Daniel Knudson who dishes up a Dijon mustard, expresso bean & sugar recipe for the perfect rack of Elk. The Key City stalwart also opens up about the juicy Jefferson County restaurant scene present and past.