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12/24/2024

Tuesday morning at 8 o'clock.

Tuesday on Willamette Wake Up : We're taking a break from our community conversations to spend time with our friends and families. We hope you enjoy our holiday music, reflective of Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa. Curated by program host, Brian Gingerich. Tune in to 100.7/88.5 FM at 8AM. For other ways to listen in real time or on demand, see kmuz.org.

12/23/2024

The holidays bring out a lot of emotions. If you’re experiencing stress, grief, or loneliness, you are not alone. While it is normal to struggle this time of year, there are lots of resources out there that can help.

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat online at 988lifeline.org.

For mental health resources, visit our blog: https://ow.ly/KTOs50QlwOr

12/23/2024

Coming up at 8am Monday.

Monday on Willamette Wake Up: Hear from Salem's newly elected city councilors and how they're preparing to guide the city and represent residents in 2025: Dr. Irvin Brown, Shane Matthews and Paul Tigan. Tune in to 100.7/88.5 FM at 8AM. For other ways to listen in real time or on demand, see kmuz.org.

12/22/2024

HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO YOU!

WWU Schedule Dec 23rd - 26th

Mon: Hear from Salem's newly elected city councilors and how they're preparing to guide the city and represent residents in 2025: Dr. Irvin Brown, Shane Matthews and Paul Tigan.

Tue: We're taking a break from our community conversations to spend time with our friends and families. We hope you enjoy our holiday music, reflective of Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa. Curated by program host, Brian Gingerich.

Wed. Happy Christmas! We're with our friends and families today. We hope you enjoy your holiday with music celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa. Curated by program host, Brian Gingerich.

Thu: Happy Kwanzaa! Deborah Hall, co-host of Holla for Labor, reflects on this alternative holiday for the Black / African American community which starts today. She explains the history and principles of Kwanzaa - principles that guide how to live a good life. Then she adds music that reflects each principle.

12/19/2024

I used to do this every year. Then I stopped in 2020. But....

12/19/2024

Coming your way Friday, Dec. 20, at 9 a.m. on the KMUZ Theatre Talk broadcast and podcast with host Ed Schoaps:

Episode 24-1220: Host Ed Schoaps looks ahead to the 2025 theatre season in the mid-Willamette Valley

— KMUZ Theatre Talk Calendar: A look-ahead to the 2025 theatre season of auditions and plays happening in the mid-Willamette Valley.

Listen to KMUZ Theatre Talk at 9 a.m. Friday, Dec. 20, on KMUZ 100.7 & 88.5 FM, streaming at KMUZ.org and on the KMUZ app for Apple and Android. Or ask your podcast app to play KMUZ Theatre Talk .

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12/19/2024

Coming up at 8 am on Thursday.

Thursday on Willamette Wake Up : Braver Angels Oregon shares their work on bridging the "rural urban divide" with project coordinators, Elizabeth Christensen and Steve Radcliffe. They talk about the importance of understanding the issues that "divide", through facilitated dialogue, and how they hope their findings will be used by Oregon legislators. Plus, Sports Weekend Preview. Tune in to 100.7/88.5 FM at 8AM. For other ways to listen in real time or on demand, see kmuz.org.

12/18/2024

Wed morning at 8 o'clock!

Wednesday on Willamette Wake Up : Conservation Spotlight talks with Lorelle Sherman, Forester for OSU Extension Service, about how her program supports woodland owners. She gives an update on Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) and a new invasive insect, Mediterranean Oak Borer (MOB). Then, learn about an effort to put a (state) constitutional amendment on the ballot to establish a healthy environment as a right. Finally, a tribute to Independence Mayor John McArdle, who is retiring after 28 years of service. Tune in to 100.7/88.5 FM at 8AM. For other ways to listen in real time or on demand, see kmuz.org.

12/17/2024

Just sitting here listening to a replay of last night's Roots Rock Reggae show: The Wailers, Peter Tosh, Ini Kamoze, Desmond Dekker, Jimmy Cliff…and a few surprising reggae covers that you won't believe!

https://www.mixcloud.com/timothyepatterson/kmuz-roots-rock-reggae-december-16-2024/

12/17/2024

Ho ho ho we are just a few days away from our annual Now and Then radio show Christmas Extravaganza! Join me Eric Gessner and my co-host Rick Brown aka Middle Aged Rocker KMUZ 88.5 and 100.7FM as we light up the airwaves with good cheer, Christmas wishes from special guests (Joe Bonamassa, Joanne Shaw Taylor, Thomas Winterton from the Skinwalker Ranch TV show, Ron Keel, my cousin Billy Pilgrim from Q97 radio in Redding), live interviews, and tons of rocking holiday music you won't hear in the local big box stores! This is our favorite show of the year and we hope you can tune in beginning at 8 PM Pacific Thursday December 19th. The show will replay on KMUZ.org and 88.5 and 100.7 FM December 26th and of course on KYAC 90.1 FM this Saturday December 21st at 10 PM. Have a rocking Christmas and we hope you can join us!

12/17/2024

Tue morning at 8 o'clock!

Tuesday on Willamette Wake Up : Monmouth Monthly looks back on 2024 with Mayor Cec Koontz and new City Manager Rochelle Roaden. They talk about their vision for Monmouth's future, and the opportunities & challenges the city faces in 2025. Then, City of Keizer's upcoming Lunch 'n' Learn series will focus on well water health - hear about this virtual education opportunity. Plus, Salem History Moment explores the Salvation Army in Salem. Tune in to 100.7/88.5 FM at 8AM. For other ways to listen in real time or on demand, see kmuz.org.

12/15/2024

Tune in today (12/15) at 1 PM on radio station
KMUZ (100.7 FM) for an uplifting episode of Positivity with Priscilla as I welcome OMGken. He'll share his inspiring journey through depression and body dysmorphia, revealing how he overcame these obstacles to become a celebrated musical artist, designer, and entrepreneur in the Pacific Northwest. Don't miss this chance to be inspired!

Music link:

https://music.apple.com/us/artist/omgken/1585474220

https://open.spotify.com/wrapped/share/share-f65b1a2c53e040979458ee2118e8a03a?si=hzCghSaGRAugyj4nJ2DBBw&artist-id=5gSnT8tX2GUZC1q3JLK1yJ

Business link:

https://www.nebsagency.co

12/15/2024

Willamette Wake Up Schedule Dec 16th - 19th

Mon: Strong Towns explores ways cities could be safer, friendlier and sustainable. This week: Offering People Better Transportation Options from the "Bottom Up Revolution" series.

Tue: Monmouth Monthly looks back on 2024 with Mayor Cec Koontz and new City Manager Rochelle Roaden. They talk about their vision for Monmouth's future, and the opportunities & challenges the city faces in 2025. Then, City of Keizer's upcoming Lunch 'n' Learn series will focus on well water health - hear about this virtual education opportunity. Plus, Salem History Moment explores the Salvation Army in Salem.

Wed: Conservation Spotlight talks with Lorelle Sherman, Forester for OSU Extension Service, about how her program supports woodland owners. She gives an update on Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) and a new invasive insect, Mediterranean Oak Borer (MOB). Then, learn about an effort to put a (state) constitutional amendment on the ballot to establish a healthy environment as a right. Finally, a tribute to Independence Mayor John McArdle, who is retiring after 28 years of service.

Thu: Braver Angels Oregon shares their work on bridging the "rural urban divide" with project coordinators, Elizabeth Christensen and Steve Radcliffe. They talk about the importance of understanding the issues that "divide", through facilitated dialogue, and how they hope their findings will be used by Oregon legislators. Plus, Sports Weekend Preview.

12/13/2024

Join us for the Now and Then radio show tonight at 8 PM Pacific. Along with a smattering of rocking yule tunes we have new releases from Babylon A.D, The Raskins, In Theory, Dream Theater, Smith / Kotzen, Joe Bonamassa and Seventh Crystal just to name a few. We do the heavy lifting, so you don't have to!
Don't forget our rocking Christmas show next Thursday December 19th at 8 PM PT. 3 hours of hijinks, hilarity and festive rock and roll tunes from my vast collection. Middle Aged Rocker KMUZ 88.5 and 100.7FM Rick Brown will join me for one of our favorite shows of the year!

12/12/2024

Coming up at 8am Thursday!

Thursday on Willamette Wake Up : Policy for the People explores the impact of "guaranteed income" approaches to help families pay the bills with the Economic Security Project, and Path Home - an organization in Oregon preventing eviction of families from their homes. Then, learn more about Oregon Center for Public Policy, the producers of Policy for the People. Plus, Sports Weekend Preview. Tune in to 100.7/88.5 FM at 8AM. For other ways to listen in real time or on demand, see kmuz.org.

12/11/2024

Congratulations John McArdle and thank you for your many decades of service for the residents of Independence.

Join us in celebrating Mayor McArdle's remarkable over 25 years of dedicated service to the Independence community at his retirement celebration!

This special event will be held on Thursday, December 19, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM at the Independence Civic Center. We invite you to share in this moment of appreciation with cookies, punch, and heartfelt thanks for the mayor's leadership and commitment.

His legacy of service has positively impacted our community, and we look forward to honoring his achievements and contributions. Don't miss this opportunity to express your gratitude and well-wishes!

12/11/2024

Tune in this Sunday (12/15) at 1 PM on radio station
KMUZ (100.7 FM) for an uplifting episode of Positivity with Priscilla as I welcome OMGken. He'll share his inspiring journey through depression and body dysmorphia, revealing how he overcame these obstacles to become a celebrated musical artist, designer, and entrepreneur in the Pacific Northwest. Don't miss this chance to be inspired!