Local News for 3/07/24
#661 The Cougar Conundrum, part 1
(Airdate: March 6, 2024) Please join host Debaran Kelso and puma specialist Dr. Mark Elbroch as we explore both mountain lion ecology, and how we might learn to share our world with this large successful predator. Part 1 of a two part program.
Local News for 3/06/24
Supporting Our Responders
(Airdate: March 5, 2024) On this program, Missy Nielsen of Everybody Can discusses with Detective Sergeant Brett Angline of the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office on the numerous volunteer opportunities for community members of Jefferson County. From Project Lifesaver to Vacation Home Checks, learn about the unique opportunities to connect in with your larger community in service and how volunteers significantly impact our first responders.
Local News for 3/05/24
Silk 9
(Airdate: March 5, 2024) Our China Northwest Airlines flight has just landed in Xi’an. In order to land and conserve fuel, the pilot has turned off the air conditioning….
County Public Health Report ~ Monday
This coming Monday at 9:45am, KPTZ will broadcast a Public Health Update, live from the Board of County Commissioners’ meeting. Dr. Allison Berry, Public Health Officer for Jefferson County, will give a COVID-19 update, Willie Bence, Director of Emergency Management, will also speak. Submit your Public Health questions by emailing contactus@kptz.org. Note: The deadline for submitting these questions is on Fridays at noon, to be answered at the following Monday’s BOCC meeting.
Next Public Health Briefing is 3/11
Because Dr. Allison Berry has a calendar conflict this month, KPTZ will bring you her report on Monday, March 11. You may submit your public health questions to Dr. Allison Berry and to Willie Bence by emailing contactus@kptz.org. Please send your questions by the previous Friday at noon to be answered at the following week’s BOCC meeting. Archived recording will be available for streaming later that same day, via kptz.org.
County Connections
(Airdate: March 1, 2024) Taylor Clark co-hosted with Jefferson County Commissioner Kate Dean, and they welcomed Jefferson County Parks and Rec Program Coordinator Chris Macklin, and talked about the amazingly wide variety of kids and adult recreational sports programs the county supports, particular the youth rec soccer league, kids and adult basketball, volleyball, even zumba! Chris is something of a local legend with kids who have participated in these family friendly programs over the years. Spring kids soccer signup is open now through March 15th. There are openings for coaches, too. If you are interested in being a youth soccer coach call Chris at 360-385-2221.
Local News for 3/01/24
