This week on the Insider Report, Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including the Birds Of The South Coast at SWOCC, Spoken Word Open Mic at Forecastle Books, Guzhe’ng Live Performance by Serafina Huang at The Rice Bowl, Denim and Diamonds at Brookings Elks Lodge, plus many […]

Angela and AEthergis sneak out of the house while Angela’s mom reads The Master and Margarita. Pop God documents their every move as Angela and AEthergis make the precarious, icy climb up Mt. Shavano to see if Grama Gaw Gaw’s stories are really true. They slip and fall into the crystalline caves at Shavano’s heart-space […]

Movies are the topic on this week’s Curry Café. The participants had some fun and lively discussions about their personal favorites, genres, actors, directors, and all facets of the movie industry. KCIW volunteers Ray Gary, Jim Newman, Billie Ruth Furuichi, and Rick McNamer made up the panel. Host: Ray Gary, Producer: Ray Gary The opinions […]

This week on Our Community, host Candice Michel invites Brookings CORE Response Executive Director Diana Cooper in to chat about all the progress over the past 3 years, the increase in staff, programs, and funding that helps the under-served members of our area get connected to the services they need to survive and thrive. Host: […]

This week on the Insider Report, Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including a Full Moon Gong Soundbath, Chetco Brewings Company’s Tribute To Rapp Brush, Trivia Night at lucky 7 Casino, a At Risk Youth Yahtzee Fundraiser, plus many local music performances and a whole lot more! […]

Listeners, we have done it again! We found a major supportive member in our community! Nathanael Swanson of Alpha Moving Company talks with Amanda Whittemore, radio voice of Quality Living with Peaceful Support. Nathanael’s Zen ways deliver a positive outlook on achieving quality lifestyles! Host: Amanda Whittemore; Producer: Amanda Whittemore End music “Everything in its […]

As AEthergis practices the piano, Grama Gaw Gaw explains to Angela and Zurko that racial prejudice is as old as the hills. Meanwhile, Pop God in his Dark Matter Domain has Angelita tell her side of the story about how she lost Shavano. Back on Earth, Angela learns that sometimes we have to hang on, […]

This week on the Insider Report, Dave Kuehn of the Oregon South Coast Fishermen is in the studio with the Fishing Report. Then Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including Sports Pajama Party Theme Night at Lucky 7 Casino, Harmony & Me Music Drumming Rhythm Workshop #2, […]

This week on the Insider Report, Fritz Gearhart from the Redfish Piano Trio is in the studio to talk about their upcoming concerts. Then Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including the Spoken Word Open Mic at Forecastle Books, Comedy Night with Steve Bruner at Lucky 7 […]

This week on the Insider Report, Kat is away, so Bruce gets to play, giving the scoop on what is going on in the area. Upcoming activities include the Spoken Word Open Mic at Forecastle Books, the Redfish Piano Trio in concert, Comedy Night with Steve Bruner at Lucky 7 Casino, Brookings Emblem Club #265 […]

This week on Our Community, host Candice Michel chats with Registered Psychologist Dr. Bethany Michel, about the wide spectrum of neurological differences in children, some of their various coping mechanisms, and some tips about how to spot and help your child with their anxiety. Host: Candice Michel; Guest: Registered Psychologist Dr. Bethany Michel; Producer: Candice […]

In this edition of Quality Living with Peaceful Support, spokeswoman Amanda Whittemore speaks with Dana Nelson, artist and owner of Wildwood – The Shop of Multifarious Goods, a place of peaceful support making a quality difference. Listen in to find out why and how! Dana’s work can be seen at many art galleries and at […]

This week’s discussion on Curry Café deals with offshore wind power, climate change, and other environmental topics. Participating in the discussion are KCIW volunteers Ray Gary, Rick McNamer, and Jim Newman. Host: Ray Gary, Producer: Ray Gary The opinions expressed here are those of the individual participants. Curry Coast Community Radio takes no position on […]

This edition of Quality Living is all about the Curry County Master Gardner Program, an inspiring take on a stainable lifestyle, with emphasis on “Style”! Quality Living Radio Voice Amanda Whittemore gives the microphone to Master Gardener Julia Bott. Hear about ways to participate with the Master Gardener Program and Plant Clinics, and how becoming […]

Jessica Cejnar Andrews is the Bureau Chief for the Wild Rivers/Lost Coast Outpost. She tells KCIW that a Eugene-based HIV prevention organization that offers syringe exchange and harm reduction services in Brookings was forced to suspend operations on Friday, December 15, 2023. Wild Rivers Outpost article: Curry County Commissioners Target Needle Exchange, Harm Reduction Program […]

This week’s discussion on Curry Café deals with the aftermath and ongoing issues concerning the recent recall of the Brookings mayor and two councilors. Joining the discussion are Candice Michel, host of KCIW’s Our Community, Ray Gary, host of KCIW’s What’s Going On and Moon Dog, Dennis Triglia, former city councilor and scientist, and Mike […]

This week on the Insider Report, Kat is away so her husband Jason Liddell and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including Elvis Impersonator Justin Shandor at Elk Valley Casino, Christmas Tide pooling With Rosa Laucci, VFW Legacy Bricks Fundraiser, the Curry County Master Gardener Program, plus many local […]

Being in the middle of the busy Christmas season, this week’s Curry Café panel discusses the ups and downs of the holidays … memories, music, movies, and the general hustle and bustle associated with this time of year. The panel consists of KCIW volunteers Ray Gary, Shirley Hyatt, Rick McNamer, and Jim Newman. Host: Ray […]

This week on the Insider Report, one of our favorite “Castaways” Dave Kuehn of the Oregon South Coast Fishermen is onboard with the “Fishing Report”. Then Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including Chetco Medical and Aesthetics Sparkle and Shine Event, Save The Music Fundraiser at the […]

Characters, action, role playing creative expression, and family board games. A place for artistic minds to explore and play! In this edition of Quality Living, KCIW radio Voice Amanda Whittemore talks with Vincent Chiantelli, owner and designer of the Whimsical Griffin art gallery and game store in Brookings, about the evolution of his store and […]

In this edition of Quality Living, host Amanda Whittemore talks with Alisa Green of The Green Team LLC. Alisa is a consultant, grant writer, and published author, who assists nonprofit organizations with grant searches, grant writing, Board of Directors training, budget creation, and outreach strategy. Host: Amanda Whittemore; Producer: Amanda Whittemore The opinions expressed here […]

This week on the Insider Report, Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including the Chetco Pelican Players Production of Cinderella, learning all about king tides, sneaker waves, and high surf at the Curry Public Library, the Brookings Harbor High School Jazz Band and Sea Breeze Spaghetti Feed, […]

“Who let the dogs out?” In this case, that would be South Coast Humane Society’s Executive Director Jenifer Alcorn. Join Our Community host Candice Michel as she and Jenifer discuss the shelter, the changes since she took over as Director, the incredible number of animals rescued and adopted, and the low cost services the shelter […]

We never know who we are going to meet while at the Local Farmers Market or at our Chetco Activity Center! Radio Voice of Quality Living Amanda Whittemore introduces listeners to one of the newest members of our community, Yoga and wellness teacher Mariann “Luna” Weed. Host: Amanda Whittemore; Producer: Amanda Whittemore The opinions expressed […]

Delving deeper into character backstories, Angela Perez and her mother, Wisteria, come back into the studio to talk with Billie Ruth. AEthergis-the-cat comes back too, thinking Billie Ruth had forgotten about him – or is it her – which of course, she had not! But that’s just the Way of all cats. Next to make […]

This week on the Insider Report, Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including the Chetco Pelican Players Production of Cinderella, Wild Rivers Symphony Christmas By The Sea concert, Brookings Harbor High School Jazz Band and Sea Breeze Spaghetti Feed, plus many local music performances and a whole […]

What is moral injury? How does it affect us? What is the difference between morality and ethics, and where do they intersect? And how does that relate to politics? This week’s Our Community looks at some of these questions, and host Candice Michel and guest Diana Cooper, Executive Director of Brookings CORE Response, come up […]

This week’s Curry Café focuses on the aftermath of the recall election in Brookings. The Mayor and two City Councilors were recalled by nearly a 70/30 percentage split in the recent special election in Curry County. The voters were expecting another special election in a few weeks to vote for replacements for these important positions, […]

Quality Living with Peaceful Support radio voice Amanda Whittemore talks with Jivan (rhymes like Stevan) Singer. Jivan is a songwriter, performing artist, Kirtan Leader, and Vocal Empowerment coach using the Yoga Voice. He is the founder and facilitator of Freeing Your Healing Voice Workshops and private sessions. You can experience Kirtan sessions at the Gold […]

Pop God takes us on a flashback to the 60s when Angela’s Grandmother, Wanda Lightwing, falls in love with Joe Hopkins and ends up pregnant with Wisteria, but her own Ute tribe refuses to accept her back on the Reservation. Wanda and Wisteria move to the small town of Crestone, Colorado, waiting for Joe, who […]

This week on the Insider Report, Bill Gerski and Tori Silva from Beacon Broadband are in the studio with the “internet report”. Then Kat and Bruce have the scoop on what is going on in the area, including a Chetco Activity Center Thanksgiving Lunch Fundraiser, a Memorial Concert for Tiger Lily at Chetco Brewing Company, […]

Pop God and Mother AEthondra, back in their Dark Matter Domain, show videos from their trip to 21st Century Earth, as their Divine entourage eats popcorn and argues about historical details. Characters in Order of Appearance Host: Billie Ruth Furuichi; Producer: Billie Ruth Furuichi Story by Billie Ruth Furuichi. Music by Billie’s grand nephew, Samuel […]

A passion for plants! Quality Living with Peaceful Support host Amanda Whittemore talks with Brookings-Harbor Garden Club Co-Chairperson Joanne Krantz about her passion for gardening and the Garden Club’s activities, including their long-term support of the beautiful Botanical Garden on Constitution Way in Brookings. Joanne has a background of 35 years as a garden designer […]

This week on the Insider Report, Dave Kuehn of the Oregon South Coast Fishermen is back with the latest fishing report. Then Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including plant grafting with John Savage; a Quarter Craze Benefit Auction for Santa’s Workshop; CPR, AED, and First Aid […]

This week on Our Community, host Candice Michel is again joined by Brookings CORE Response Executive Director Diana Cooper. Lots has been happening for affordable housing lately, and in particular, housing for veterans. Listen in to find out what’s new. Host: Candice Michel; Guest: Brookings CORE Response Executive Director Diana Cooper; Producer: Candice Michel The […]

Quality Living with Peaceful Support host Amanda Whittemore talks with Crystal Cove Rock Shop owner Christopher Newman about frequencies of these semi-precious minerals, their placement, design, and performance … a creative approach to “getting the brain juice flowing”. Host: Amanda Whittemore; Producer: Amanda Whittemore The opinions expressed here are those of the individual participants. Curry […]

This week on the Insider Report, Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including The Carion Wind Quintet performing at the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Brookings, poetry reading featuring well-known Oregon poet Gary Lark, the 53rd Annual Brookings Harbor Community Bazaar, plant grafting with John Savage, plus many […]

This week on the Insider Report, Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including the St. George Reef Lighthouse Preservation Society Helicopter Tours, the Hmong New Year 2023 – 2024 celebration in Crescent City, the Wild Rivers Mushroom Festival, the Carion Wind Quintet performing at the Seventh-day Adventist […]

This week, Our Community host Candice Michel chats with Father Bernie Lindley and Robert “Silky” O’Sullivan to get the latest on the lawsuit between St. Timothy’s, the Oregon Episcopal Diocese and the City of Brookings. The lawsuit was filed by St. Tim’s in response to the city attempting to limit the days and times that […]

Billie Ruth’s conversations with her characters delve into their backstories. In these interviews, listeners will discover each character’s deepest motivations and just why they are in her story. She asks probing questions and discusses some of the literary devices she uses to illuminate what drives the plot forward. Characters in Order of Appearance Host: Billie […]

Quality Living with Peaceful Support host Amanda Whittemore welcomes Leslie Wilkinson to share the latest information about this year’s Nature’s Coastal Holiday Festival of Lights in Azalea Park. This Holiday light show is a time honored Brookings tradition, attracting thousands of visitors every year with over 3 million lights and dozens of special displays. Leslie […]

This week on the Insider Report, Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including the Chetco Playhouse’s 20th Anniversary Haunted House “Slasher Street”, many Halloween parties in the area, a Brookings-Harbor Chamber of Commerce Mixer at Chetco Medical and Aesthetics, String The Joy For This Year’s Festival Of […]

Pop God and AEthergis-the-Cat reveal how Angelita and Shavano are eternal soul mates, connected by the Red Threads – the Aka Itos of True Love – and although Angelita loses her left wing while being ripped through a black hole, the Aka Itos may twist and turn throughout the universe, but they will never break […]

How many of us have ever met a Luthier? Luthier Fred Schacher, a maker of fine violins, goes in depth with Quality Living with Peaceful Support host Amanda Whittemore in a discussion that activates the musical heart strings. Tell us all your thoughts about this program at contact@kciw.org. We love to hear from the listeners! […]

This week on the Insider Report, Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in our area, including Chetco Playhouse’s 20th Anniversary Haunted House “Slasher Street“, Friends Of Music presentation of Cuarteto Latinoamericano, Curry Health Foundation’s Golf “Fore” Health Tournament, plus many local music performances and a whole lot more! For the […]

For more than 16 months, the citizens of Brookings have been dealing with the fallout from Brookings City Manager Janell Howard’s arrest for shoplifting at Fred Meyer, her seven months of paid leave, and her reinstatement by the Brookings City Council to her job as City Manager with a new contract. Frustrated by the Council’s […]

Welcome Everyone! In this edition of Quality Living with Peaceful Support, host Amanda Whittemore talks with Yoga and Belly Dance Instructor Vanessa Spini about how these practices improved her quality of living. Vanessa operates the Gold Beach Wellness Center, offering classes in Qigong, Yoga, Belly Dance, and more. Host: Amanda Whittemore; Producer: Amanda Whittemore The […]

This week on the Insider Report, we have our favorite “Castaway” Dave Kuehn on the show with the latest Fishing Report. Then Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including Poetry Reading Featuring Earl E. Mohr at Forecastle Books, Lions Club of Brookings Recycle For Sight Eyeglass’s Collection […]

In this edition of Quality Living with Peaceful Support, host Amanda Whittemore talks with REPS Gym owner Michael Holmes about how to overcome fear and embark on a program of physical fitness. It’s a “Risk Worth Taking!” Host: Amanda Whittemore; Producer: Amanda Whittemore The opinions expressed here are those of the individual participants. Curry Coast […]

This week on the Insider Report, Kat is away, so Bruce goes solo with the scoop on what’s going on in the area, including the Chetco Pelican Players production of Arsenic and Old Lace, Jarabe Mexicano Fiesta En Familia Concert at Elk Valley Casino, Northern Knights Car Club Sea Cruise in Crescent City. Chetco Valley […]

This edition of Quality Living with Peaceful Support is a savvy discussion with host Amanda Whittemore and our local “Coach Ken” Dobberpuhl, a fitness enthusiast and member of the Wild River Permaculture Guild … Growing Food, not Lawns! Host: Amanda Whittemore; Producer: Amanda Whittemore The opinions expressed here are those of the individual participants. Curry […]

In this edition of Quality Living, host Amanda Whittemore talks with local yoga teacher Leslie Caswel. Leslie is a spiritual infant in human form, trying to understand the mission of a mother of 4! A true Yogi, Leslie is a special being with a wealthy holistic practice, a Master’s Degree, and an Immense amount of […]

This week on the Insider Report, Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what’s going on in the area, including the Chetco Pelican Players production of Arsenic and Old Lace, Monarch Gardens Jog Your Memory: Color Run, Jarabe Mexicano Fiesta En Familia Concert at Elk Valley Casino, plus many local music performances and a whole […]

This week, Our Community host Candice Michel and Brookings CORE Response Executive Director Diana Cooper discuss the Janell Howard issue and the Point In Time Count that took place this past Friday in Brookings/Harbor. Hostt: Candice Michel; Guest: Brookings CORE Response Executive Director Diana Cooper; Producer: Candice Michel The opinions expressed here are those of […]

This week on the Insider Report, Crissy Cooper is our guest talking about the upcoming Docktoberfest. Then Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including Karaoke Night at Lucky 7 Casino, the 1st Annual Broadband Business Expo at the Brookings Elks Lodge, the 4th Annual BeYouth Paint Wars […]

How does providing basic affordable healthcare and housing for all of us lift our entire population? Join Our Community host Candice Michel and Brookings CORE Response Executive Director Diana Cooper as they discuss this and the new projects coming to town. Host: Candice Michel; Guest: Brookings CORE Response Executive Director Diana Cooper; Producer: Candice Michel […]

Quality Living show host Amanda Whittemore talks with singer-songwriter Greg Russell. Russell is a recording artist and guitar Instructor formerly signed with Suburban Noize Records. He toured and recorded with Kottonmouth Kings, Tommy Lee (Motley Crue), Jeremy Gaddie (Alicia Keys Drummer), Nick Rich (drummer, grandson of the great Buddy Rich), and Daniel Rogers (Kenny Rogers […]

This week on the Insider Report, Scott Paul from Beacon Broadband gives the latest on the Internet Report. Then Bruce takes the day off, so Kat gives the scoop on what is going on in the area, including poetry reading with Billie Ruth Furuichi at Forecastle Books, 1st Annual Broadband Business Expo at the Brookings […]

Quality Living host Amanda Whittemore, End-of-Life Doula, talks with Brookings pioneer Mr. Richard Wilson. Richard and his Family have lived in Brookings for over 50 years! Richard’s a main supporter and sponsor of the South Coast Humane Society in Brookings and the Curry County Sheriff’s K9 program. Richard and Amanda talk of ways to keep […]

This week on the Insider Report, Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including the Turtle Rock & Grass Music Festival, a Brookings Harbor Chamber of Commerce “Meet & Greet Mixer”, Elk Valley Casino and Coastal Home Health & Hospice Comedy For A Cause, a First Responders Appreciation […]

This week on Our Community, host Candice Michel is joined by fellow KCIW Board members Rose Weiss, Doug Hanson, and Tom Bozack to discuss the plans for increasing the station’s range to Full Power. Learn how you can help expand your community radio’s coverage to include nearly all of Curry County, and what that could […]

This week on the Insider Report, we have our favorite “Castaway” Dave Kuehn with the fishing report. Then Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including a Smith River Fire Complex Benefit Concert, a Brookings Harbor Chamber of Commerce “Meet & Greet Mixer”, Elk Valley Casino and Coastal […]

Quality Living host Amanda Whittemore talks with 2 of the 3 members of the band Blacksage Runners, Brendan Madsen (drums and vocals) and Joe Antrim, (guitar and vocals). The band tours Norther California and Oregon performing all-time favorite Classic Rock n Roll and Blues with a style all their own! Sample performances: Takin’ to the […]

Jill te Velde, Dean of our Southwest Oregon Community College Curry Campus, visits the studio and brings great news of upcoming courses for students who can benefit from new programs as well as the much anticipated community classes. Jill is full of enthusiasm for what is possible at our campus, making it a place to […]

Quality Living host Amanda Whittemore talks with Glenda and Thain Groff, members and devoted Volunteers at the Chetco Activity Center, about their experiences at the Chetco Activity Center, its many volunteer opportunities, and the valuable services it provided to the community. Host: Amanda Whittemore; Producer: Amanda Whittemore The opinions expressed here are those of the […]

In this episode of Our Community, host Candice Michel is again joined by Brookings CORE Response Executive Director Diana Cooper to discuss further the issue of labels and self-reflection when using them. The recent fires that destroyed Lahaina on the island of Maui demonstrate how easily and quickly disaster can occur, wiping out the homes […]

Quality Living host Amanda Whittemore talks with world-renowned Yoga teacher Dr. Vimla Maharaj, a practitioner of the Iyengar Yoga tradition for more than 30 years. Iyengar Yoga is a form of Yoga as exercise that has an emphasis on detail, precision, and alignment in the performance of Yoga postures. Dr. Vimla will be instructing at […]

In this edition of Quality Living, host Amanda Whittemore talks with Redfish Music Festival founder and director Dr. Fritz Gearhart about this year’s festival, including ways to participate and support the festival and how music moves and grows communities. The Redfish Music Festival (named after the Redfish Rocks Marine Reserve) is an annual week-long classical […]

What is unconscious bias? How and why do we group people who we perceive as different from us? How does that “othering” of people affect them, and affect us? This week on Our Community, host Candice Michel is joined in this discussion by Diana Cooper, Executive Director of Brookings CORE Response, as they examine the […]

This first Episode of Quality Living is a Quality moment with Tricia Iverson, Executive Director of Harmony & Me Music Outreach nonprofit. Iverson and host Amanda Whittemore communicate their presence, commitment to music, commitment to Quality Living, and ways to activate the community. The International Yoga Gathering, held on June 24th, 2023, at Azalea Park […]

When you talk with Kathleen Dickson, time flies, and you have covered a multitude of topics. We got to the subject of mushrooms, of course, and the good news of the Mushroom Festival coming in November. There is so much Kathleen has given our community, it’s a delight to be with her and recount a […]

Brookings CORE Response Executive Director Diana Cooper once again takes the guest seat to update us about the various exciting things CORE is getting involved with. From Resource Navigation to a new Shower Trailer to Rapid Rehousing. There are great things happening for our vulnerable folks. Our Community host Candice Michel also talks a bit […]

This week, Our Community host Candice Michel is once again joined by Dog Whisperer Extraordinaire, Kellie Hanson, with more of her tips and tricks for having the optimal, mutually satisfying relationship with your four-legged companion. Host: Candice Michel; Guest: Kellie Hanson; Producer: Candice Michel The opinions expressed here are those of the individual participants. Curry […]

On this edition of KCIW’s News Magazine Show Fourth Friday, you’ll hear about good news in our community. Like how volunteers from the Community Garden at Timothy’s Episcopal Church are getting locally grown, organic produce to seniors, and how the Brookings-Harbor Food Bank is playing its part. KCIW’s Candice Michel talks to Food Bank Director […]

Beacon Broadband, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative, connected its 1,000th customer on June 15, 2023. What does that mean to the members of Coos Curry Electric Cooperative? CCEC CEO Brent Bischoff’s Response to KCIW Questions Georgia Cockerham’s “What You Need to Know” Document Show Transcript Previous KCIW Beacon Broadband Report Reporter: Lori Gallo […]

This week, Our Community host Candice Michel and Brookings CORE Response Executive Director Diana Cooper welcome Certified Critical Care RN Loren Farmer back to the show to discuss COVID, vaccines, suicide awareness, and Narcan training. Host: Candice Michel; Guests: Brookings CORE Response Executive Director Diana Cooper and Certified Critical Care RN Loren Farmer; Producer: Candice […]

Brookings, Oregon is so lucky Dan Palicki decided to move to town. For 25 years, Dan and his wife Barbara have provided five-year-olds a week of learning how to be safe. Dan had a long career as a police officer from Toledo, Ohio. He wrote a book about it. Toledo had a “Safety Town” program, […]

How do residents of our county decide to run for election? What is the spark? Gayle Wilcox shares her reasons for running for Position 4 on the Coos Curry Electric Coop Board of Directors with host Karin Larsen. Gayle has been a resident of Port Orford for over 35 years, is a business owner, former […]

This week on Our Community, host Candice Michel and Brookings CORE Response Executive Director Diana Cooper chat with Brookings-Harbor Community Helpers Finance Director Pam Winebarger about the local food bank, how long it’s been a part of the community, what services it offers, and how you can help. Host: Candice Michel; Guests: Brookings CORE Response […]

Ballots for the Coos-Curry Electric Coop Board of Directors election were mailed to all Coop members on May 19, 2023. There are two open positions on the 7-member board, and four candidates campaigning for them. KCIW offered each candidate two minutes to make their pitch to CCECC members/voters. Three took us up on our offer, […]

After many years of service to Curry County, and a short hiatus since her County Commissioner term ended, Sue Gold is now seeing a need to run for a position on the Board of Coos Curry Electric Coop. Like a growing number of members of the CCEC, Sue has seen some decisions made by the […]

We live in a civilized, First World country. We were raised to believe that if you just work hard enough, you can accomplish anything, and there are safety nets our government has put in place for those who find themselves needing help. What a shock it’s been for many of us to discover those safety […]

Here in Brookings, Oregon, many volunteers and churches have joined to provide access to healthy food specifically for the homeless who are served daily. Suzy Collins, a volunteer with the Brookings Community Garden, talks about how on “any day of the week a person can get a hot meal.” This is thanks to the willingness […]

Brookings City Manager Janell Howard returned to work on February 1, 2023, after a seven month paid administrative leave, but controversy continues to surround the City Council’s decision to reinstate her as Brookings CEO. Howard was arrested at the Brookings Fred Meyer store on shoplifting charges last July, and the Council reinstated her, with a raise, […]

This week on the Insider Report, Kat and Bruce talk about upcoming events including the Chetco Pelican Players production of Exit Laughing, the For The Love of Music concert/fundraiser, Easter Egg Hunts going on in our area, local music performances, a Curry Health Network Open House, plus a whole lot more! For the latest scoop, […]

This week on the Insider Report, We have guest Chaney Delaire from the Manley Art Center reaching out to artists to sign up to participate in the Azalea Festival Art Show. You will also hear about the Emblem Club Spring Fling Fashion Show, a For The Love of Music concert/fundraiser, ZZ Tush performing at Elk […]

Our Chetco Community Public Library is one of the jewels of our town. Newly renovated, it feels bright and spacious, and chock-full of good books. But, we continue to mirror the narrative that is impacting libraries across the nation, that a small group of people can and should dictate what is available for all to […]

Anger and outrage were heavy as the Brookings City Council met for their regularly scheduled meeting on March 13, 2023. It was standing-room-only as more than 75 people tried to crowd into the room to voice their displeasure with the City Council’s decision to reinstate Janell Howard as City Manager after her conviction for theft […]

What is possible when we decide to do it? Do we actually make a difference? Join Our Community host Candice Michel and Brookings CORE Response Executive Director Diana Cooper as they look at what a community pulling together can accomplish, and the lives that can be saved when we look past our stereotypes and see […]

Why does it so often take a tragedy to start the process of change? This week Our Community host Candice Michel explores that question with Brookings CORE Response Executive Director Diana Cooper, in the wake of 62 yr old Dana Neville’s death from exposure in Gold Beach last week. Her completely preventable death has been […]

The arrest and conviction for theft by our City Manager, Janell Howard, on July 4 of last year continues to impact our community. This week, Our Community host Candice Michel is joined by former City Councilor John McKinney, who was on the Brookings City Council during the time, and tells us his first-hand account of […]

This week on Our Community, host Candice Michel again chats with Dog Whisperer Extraordinaire Kellie Hanson about our furry four-legged friends. The sun shining means more folks and their dogs will be out walking, playing at the beach, and visiting the dog parks in town. What is good etiquette when socializing your dog with new […]

This week on Our Community, host Candice Michel welcomes former Brookings Mayor Jake Pieper to the show. Join them as they discuss mountain climbing, the Janell Howard issue, and the Pieper’s new puppy! Hostt: Candice Michel; Guest: Brookings Former Mayor Jake Pieper; Producer: Candice Michel The opinions expressed here are those of the individual participants. […]

Brookings City Manager Janell Howard will be back at her desk on February 1. Howard had been on paid administrative leave since being arrested for theft at Fred Meyer in July 2022. KCIW reports. Reporter: Candice Michel The opinions expressed here are those of the individual participants. Curry Coast Community Radio takes no position on […]

This week, Our Community host Candice Michel and Brookings CORE Response Executive Director Diana Cooper discuss the Janell Howard issue and the Point In Time Count that took place this past Friday in Brookings/Harbor. Hostt: Candice Michel; Guest: Brookings CORE Response Executive Director Diana Cooper; Producer: Candice Michel The opinions expressed here are those of […]

State Senator David Brock Smith wants to give Beacon Broadband $40 million from Oregon’s General Fund, even though the State has a Broadband Office with funding capabilities in place. KCIW reports. Proposed Legislation: House Bill 2188, Senate Bill 680 Reporter: Lori Gallo Stoddard The opinions expressed here are those of the individual participants. Curry Coast […]

What do you do if you’re on the street in this endless cycle of winter storms? Where do you go to get out of the relentless rain and wind when your landlord decides to cash in on the housing crisis and remodel his property as a Short Term Vacation Rental? How do you survive when […]

This week we say goodby to 2022 and welcome in the New Year. Join Our Community host Candice Michel and her guest, Brookings CORE Response Executive Director Diana Cooper, as they look back at some of the wins and losses of the previous year, and ahead to the many possibilities for 2023. Host: Candice Michel; […]

The Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative has created a new company, Beacon Broadband. It’s not another coop. Instead, it’s a for-profit business that was created using CCEC credit for a $60 million loan. Some CCEC members believe the membership was misled about the project, its risks and its costs. KCIW investigates. SHOW TRANSCRIPT Reporter: Lori Gallo Stoddard […]

Were you prepared for the power outage last week? Several hours in the dark, with no heat, while the rain and wind raged outside was a wake up call for a lot of us. Join Our Community host Candice Michel and KCIW Board President and Producer Rose Weiss and KCIW Founder and Technical Wizard Tom […]

What does it mean for you that Curry Health Network has declared a state of emergency and has implemented Crisis Standard of Care at both the hospital in Gold Beach and the Emergency Room in Brookings? Join Our Community host Candice Michel and Brookings CORE Response Executive Director Diana Cooper as they discuss healthcare, what […]

A combination of seasonal flu and an aggressive respiratory virus, combined with COVID and a healthcare worker shortage, has forced the Curry Health Network to operate under Crisis Standards of Care. Curry Health Network CEO Ginny Williams created a Youtube video about the issue that can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bw-GRCzIJo4. This KCIW News report includes […]

In this episode of Our Community, host Candice Michel welcomes Brookings CORE Response Executive Director Diana Cooper back to the show to discuss some of the current issues that are up in front of our City Council, ranging from the ongoing legal issues with Janell Howard, the current Brookings City Manager who was arrested for […]

Join Our Community host Candice Michel and Dog Whisperer Extraordinaire Kellie Hanson as they delve further into the fascinating world of living with our favorite four-legged friends. Kellie offers some great tips for getting through the upcoming holiday season, and what you can do to ensure that your dog can make a smooth transition into […]

The League of Women Voters of Curry County held its third and final Candidates Forum on Saturday, October 8, at the Chetco Library in Brookings. Roughly 100 people came to hear from candidates for State Representative, Curry County Board of Commissioners, and Brookings Mayor and City Council. During the nearly two-hour session, the candidates gave […]

A group of concerned citizens wants to know what’s going on behind closed doors at Coos-Curry Electric Coop regarding Beacon Broadband, a high-speed fiberoptic broadband internet service started by CCEC. KCIW News reports on the citizen group’s first public meeting, held on September 10, 2022, in Brookings. Additional public meetings are planned on October 15 […]

Are we ready? The Cascadia event is often the most talked about of our potential disasters, but we actually have a assortment of risks ranging from roads washing away during winter storms, to wildfires like the Chetco Bar Fire and the Biscuit Fire before it, to the much anticipated “big one” with the attendant tsunami. […]

What are the issues surrounding the latest move to restrict access to certain books based on content? Join Our Community host Candice Michel this week as she and Chetco Community Public Library Director Julie Retherford discuss the petitions, the concerns, and the Board’s decision about our library policies. Host: Candice Michel; Guest: Chetco Community Public […]