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#233 1st Presbyterian Church 150th Anniversary, part 1

(Airdate: December 12, 2023) Maryanne interviews Steve Shively, an Elder of the First Presbyterian Church, which is currently celebrating its 150th anniversary. Steve’s well-known in the community as former GM of Fort Worden and for his marketing company, working closely with civic and private groups largely in the tourism industry. First Presbyterian was founded by a group of seven determined Victorian women. This was long before women had the right to vote. In 1873 females couldn’t even be members of a church, much less have bank accounts or buy property. Yes, their spouses were the frontmen. But everyone knew what was happening behind the scenes. The church’s history mirrors the ups and downs of PT over the past 150 years. The elegant edifice uptown was built anticipating the boom that never happened towards the end of the 1800’s. This is Part #1 of a special 2-part Our Town, tracking the history of both church and town.

EJFR Chief Jeff Black and the Holidays

(Airdate: December 11, 2023) This week host Jim Burke speaks with East Jefferson Fire Rescue Chief Bret Black about personal and fire safety for the holiday season, upcoming changes and enhancements to EJFR, and a resumption of CPR classes starting in January 2024.

County Public Health Report ~ 12/11/23

Today on KPTZ’s Health update by Dr. Allison Berry she congratulated both Jefferson and Clallam county residents for having the highest flu vaccine rate in Washington state! Flu cases are on the rise in other parts of the state and country but not locally.
There were two hospitalizations this past week at JHC for Covid but she stressed that primarily people hospitalized over the past month were not up to date on their vaccinations, had under lying medical conditions, and were in the 60-80 year old higher risk age range. Dr Berry encouraged older residents to get the RSV vaccine and that vaccine is covered by Medicare Part B, otherwise it could be quite pricey. The next health update to the BOCC will be Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

County Connections

(Airdate: December 8, 2023) Taylor Clark and co-host Kate Dean talked with two passionate advocates of alternative transportation: Dave Thielk and Scott Walker (both are with the T-Lab at Local 2020) about what we can do, policy wise, to reduce our transport related greenhouse gas emissions.

Brewocracy Now ~ 12/07/23

Taylor Clark and co-host John Mauro had gratitude for our community organizations and talked about the importance of a collaborative approach in building and supporting our community. Plus Taylor read some cards (as DJs do) about upcoming events.

#648 Sea Otter Conservation

(Airdate: December 6, 2023) Nan Evans talks with Jim Bodkin about what scientists have learned about otter ecology and conservation since they were nearly forced into extinction by fur hunters – specifically how important sea otters are to healthy, diverse and resilient ocean ecosystems. How do we know if and when the sea otters have been restored to pre-hunting conditions? Is there a relationship between climate change and healthy sea otter populations?

Community Tides ~ 12/05/23

Hosts Chris Bricker and Siobhan Canty, President & CEO of Jefferson Community Foundation, join Port Townsend Education Foundation board member Rebekah Minarchek, Salish Coast Fourth Grade teacher Christine Keiley, and Blue Heron School eighth grade student Eliot Minarchek, to discuss how the Foundation enables teachers who are looking to fund more interactive and diverse projects during the school year, and about some interesting projects that the students have already enjoyed.

Booklovers’ Cafe – Rachael Fordham, The Letter Tree

(Airdate: December 5, 2023) Joining Cris Wilson to talk about her writing career and her latest book is Rachel Fordham. Rachel’s latest novel is titled The Letter Tree. It is set in Buffalo, New York in 1924, a place Rachel knows well, and it shows. She writes with an open mind discovering where her characters will lead her, always asking What if? In the novel Laura Bradshaw is the heir to the Bradshaw Shoe Company and since her mother died she has been isolated by an overprotective father. He is consumed by his business and his feud with his competitor, the Campbell Shoe Company. Laura is forbidden to associate with anyone from the Campbell clan and she eases her isolation by exchanging letters with a mysterious friend. Part romance, part mystery, this is a book to relax your mind in troubled times.

Chimacum, Downtown and Beyond

(Airdate: December 4, 2023) In the second of three (or more) shows on Chimacum, you will hear: Crystie Kisler on the past, present and future of Finnriver Farm; Simon Walter-Hansen on his new endeavor, the Chimacum Cafe; and Holly Hughes on the poetry and prose of Empty Bowl Press. Hosted by Phil Andrus.

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