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Compass for 3/06/21

In a narrow 5-4 ruling, the Washington State Supreme Court recently declared the state’s felony drug possession law unconstitutional because it did not require proof that the accused knowingly or intentionally possessed the drugs. This week on the Compass, we talk with Jefferson County Prosecutor James Kennedy and then with Public Defender Richard Davies about the effects of the ruling, and for their opinions on how replacement legislation should differ from the rejected law, or if there should even be a replacement.

Brewocracy Now with John Mauro ~ 3/04

Today on Brewocracy Now, host Tim Quackenbush and City Manager John Mauro were joined by Councilmember Owen Rowe. Topics discussed included the announcement of the new Police Chief, Thomas Olson, status of the PDA Reorganization, the Police Department budget, and the status of the OlyCap affordable housing project.

WA Boating Law Updates for 2021

(First airdate: March 3, 2021) This episode of Coastal Cafe is an update on the latest policy changes impacting recreational boating in Washington. Washington’s boating law administrator, Rob Sendak and host Aaron Barnett discuss personal floatation devices, human powered vessels, legislative activity, pumpouts, and the No Discharge Zone.

Nature Now #504
Being a Naturalist in the Year of the Pandemic

(Airdate: March 3, 2021) Nan Evans and Wendy Feltham talk about their experiences as naturalists during this strange last year of the pandemic – adjusting to stay-at-home orders, practicing social distancing, losing opportunities, discovering new ways of learning and sharing, finding new favorite places to explore in our own neighborhoods, and adapting to change.

Bringing in a Little Light – PTHS Students Stepping Up

(Airdate: March 2, 2021) On this episode of Everybody Can, Missy Nielsen speaks with PTHS students Melanie Bakin and Grace Wentzel, representatives from the Key Club and InterAct Clubs of Port Townsend High School. These student-led organizations prioritize community outreach while developing leadership skills. Join us for this conversation as we discuss the impact this has had for these inspiring students and the community members they touch.

She Tells Sea Tales

(Airdate: March 1, 2021) Attention Please! features She Tells Sea Tales, a production of the Northwest Maritime Center, this year in its COVID-19-safe online venue. Joining Attention Please! host Phil Andrus will be STST coordinator Kelley Watson, and Sharon Albert, a performer this year, and Barb Trailer, a past performer.

County Public Health Report ~ 3/01

Today, March 1, Jefferson County Public Health Officer Dr. Tom Locke shared his assessment of the pandemic in Jefferson County and answered questions submitted by KPTZ listeners. Department of Emergency Management Director Willie Bence also gave an update on current Emergency Operations actions, in light of the most recent developments.

Even though broadcast of the March 1, 2021 Public Health Briefings was incomplete, the entire segment is now included in this audio recording. 

Click here to read complete notes on today’s briefings

Submit your Public Health questions to Dr. Tom Locke by emailing contactus@kptz.org. Note: The weekly deadline for these to be submitted is on Fridays at noon, to be answered at the following Monday’s BOCC meeting.

Christmas Spectacular

(Airdate: December 25, 2020) Christmas Spectacular featuring Michael J. Grady. Special guest appearances by Dave Supe Salisbury, Fredrica Rice, and Danny Morgensen.

Trent Diamanti

(Airdate: December 25, 2021) Trent Diamanti, on the opiod crisis, with a personal perspective.

Compass for 2/27/21

Everyone needs a safe, decent, stable place to live. For some of the most vulnerable people in America — for the homeless — living on the street is not so much a choice as much as it is part of a crisis. This week on the Compass, we bring you a special program called Homeless Voices. Voices from the shelter, a Voice from a wooden tent, a Voice from the woods.  These are the voices of your neighbors…

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