Podcasts about Whatcom

Robert Sarazin Blake: We Are Whatcom by KGMI News/Talk 790

A major breakdown in behind-the-scenes talks is plunging the future of Whatcom farmers and other water users into even deeper turmoil and uncertainty, underscoring the need for a collaborative process as the only way to save salmon and local farming. Fred Likkel, Whatcom Family Farmers Executive Director, joins Dillon with the behind-the-scenes details, and what they mean for Whatcom County's future.

Host Guy Ochiogrosso talks about live music venues in Bellingham on this episode of The Whatcom Report.

Host Mary Kay Robinson talks with Corey Packwood, owner of Absolute Asbestos Services, about asbestos, mold and other hazardous substances that could be lurking in your home.

Community members gathered Saturday, March 1st at the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds for the 9th annual Whatcom Farm Expo, put on by the Whatcom Conservation District. Aneka Sweeney, the conservation district's Outreach & Education Manager, joins Dillon early Saturday morning ahead of the event with details on what attendees can expect.

Host Lance Calloway talks about Whatcom PUD and what they do for the community.

Host Guy Ochiogrosso welcomes leaders from local organizations to talk about what's going on in Whatcom County on this episode of The Whatcom Report.

Claire McElroy and Wes Weddell tell us about a new addition to the Whatcom READS author visit: MUSIC inspired by the book, performed by local musicians and organized by the Bushwick Book Club of Seattle!

Guy Ochiogrosso introduces new host Karen Ochiogrosso from the Northwest Washington Fair to the show to talk about local agriculture.

Host Josh Burdick welcomes Jason Harper from Stemma Brewing to the show to talk about their new location and the local brewery scene in general.

Host Guy Ochiogrosso welcomes Josh Burdick to the show on this episode of The Whatcom Report.

KGMI's Dianna Hawryluk speaks with Aneka Sweeney about the 9th Annual Whatcom Farm Expo, happening on March 1st at the NW WA Fairgrounds.

Host Guy Ochiogrosso welcomes new staff members from the Chamber of Commerce to the show.

Agriculture careers in Whatcom County are both diverse and plentiful, and a growing local event intends to connect young people with those opportunities. Ellie Steensma Corbin, Education Coordinator at Whatcom Family Farmers, joins Dillon with details on how both local students and businesses can get involved in the 2nd annual event coming up on Feb. 7 in the Farm Pavilion at the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds in Lynden.

Host Guy Ochiogrosso talks about downtown Bellingham and welcomes members of the Downtown Bellingham Partnership to the show.

Host Mary Kay Robinson discusses tax season and how you can make paying your taxing less stressful on this episode of The Whatcom Report.

Allison Beadle, CEO of Wild Hive, the marketing team for the Washington Red Raspberry Commission, says their strategic plan for marketing the raspberries hits all the target audiences.

Allison Beadle, CEO of Wild Hive, the marketing team for the Washington Red Raspberry Commission, says their strategic plan for marketing the raspberries hits all the target audiences.

Host Guy Ochiogrosso talks about Whatcom Resources on this episode of The Whatcom Report.

Host Guy Ochiogrosso welcomes a new host to the show, Josh Burdick from Veritas Media, and talks about local issues with Hans Erchinger-Davis from the Lighthouse Mission.

Meet Mike Hammes. A titan in the construction space who believes in the power of connecting with those in your company and those in your community. With a background in both firefighting and construction, Mike founded RAM back in 1995, starting out with smaller construction jobs like digging out garages that eventually led to the company it is today that works on civil projects like the Padden Creek Fish Barrier Removal and building projects like Alderwood Elementary. In this episode, Mike talks about the importance of giving back to your staff, the balance of family and work when intertwined, and what social good means in the world of RAM Construction. - Building Bellingham is a community podcast produced by the Bellingham Real Estate Co. Our Crew: Co-Producers & Audio Editors | Tiffany Holden & Taylor Beal Video Production | Cooper Hansley Host | Leo Cohen   Follow the show: https://www.instagram.com/building.bellingham/   A huge thank you to our friends at Doc Swinson's for being this season's community partner. 

Host Guy Ochiogrosso welcomes some new Whatcom County staff members to the show on this episode of The Whatcom Report.

The latest hearing on the state's massive Whatcom water rights lawsuit spent court time debating whether to use single- or double-sided printing for court forms mailed to local water users. Fred Likkel, Executive Director of Whatcom Family Farmers, joins Dillon with an update, and explains how the ridiculous point of conflict between state and county officials is emblematic of the fundamental flaws in the water rights adjudication process.

Host Guy Ochiogrosso does a small business showcase on this episode of The Whatcom Report.

On the episode of The Whatcom Report, host Dylan Deane-Boyle welcomes author Erin Kirkland to the show to talk about Alaska on the Go and exploring the Alaska highway system and then talks to Justine Mallahan from Visit Bellingham to talk about local tourism.

Host Mary Kay Robinson and her guest, attorney Perry Eskridge, discuss what water users need to know about the ongoing water adjudication process in the Nooksack River Basin.

Host Guy Ochiogrosso talks about education and workforce development on this episode of The Whatcom Report.

Host Guy Ochiogrosso welcomes Kristi Slette to the show to talk about the Whatcom Family and Community Network and the work they do in Whatcom County.

Host Mary Kay Robinson talks about flooding and what property owners can to repair damage after a big storm.

An upcoming free event will help local farmers and water users prepare for the state's Whatcom water lawsuit, even as legal challenges delay the process. Bill Clarke, attorney for the Ag Water Board of Whatcom County, joins Dillon with updates on the slow-moving legal process, and why residents need to attend the "Securing Your Water Rights: What's Next" event at the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds' Farm Pavilion on Tuesday, Oct. 22 at 6:30pm.

Host Guy Ochiogrosso welcomes folks for The Whatcom Community Foundation to talk about community philanthropy on this episode of The Whatcom Report.

The state's 'adjudication' lawsuit against all Whatcom water users is already encountering snags, even before the actual legal case is officially underway. Fred Likkel, Whatcom Family Farmers' Executive Director, joins Dillon with the latest on the legal process, as well as sharing several updates relating to water and farming in Whatcom County.

Host Guy Ochiogrosso discusses housing on this episode of The Whatcom Report.

Host Dylan Deane-Boyle welcomes Alyssa Springs from Flow Motion in Ferndale to talk about increasing your health and wellness, and talks about upcoming events in Whatcom County.

Host Guy Ochiogrosso talks to representatives from the United Way of Whatcom County about all they do on this episode of The Whatcom Report.

Sumas-area water users are going to court, asking to be excluded from the state's Whatcom water rights lawsuit. Jerry De Bruin, "Sumas Out" group spokesman, local farmer and Fire District 14 Chief, joins Dillon to explain why the group believes the court should take them out of the state Department of Ecology's water rights adjudication case.

Whatcom Farms by KGMI News/Talk 790

Host Mary Kay Robinson discusses the details of buying a home on this episode of The Whatcom Report.

Local farms are relying more and more on technology and automation, and the latest development is the arrival of robotic irrigation systems in the corn and grass fields of two Whatcom County dairies. Aric Vander Haak with Farmers Equipment Company joins Dillon with details on the 360 Rain system that boasts big water efficiency gains, dramatically reduced labor requirements, as well as soil health, plant health and nutrient management benefits.

Host Guy Ochiogrosso welcomes AGC's Lance Calloway to the show to talk about the local construction industry on this episode of The Whatcom Report.

Host Guy Ochiogrosso talks about employment opportunities for the intellectual and developmental disability community here in Whatcom County.

The Whatcom Report 8/18/24 by KGMI News/Talk 790

KGMI's Dianna Hawryluk talks to Jessica Raymond from Blue Skies for Children about this weekend's Wines of Whatcom event.

Host Dylan Deane-Boyle talks about all things travel and tourism in Whatcom County on this episode of The Whatcom Report.

Host Mary Kay Robinson talks about landscaping and yard work on this episode of The Whatcom Report.

Whatcom Council On Aging Dewey 47K by KGMI News/Talk 790

KGMI's Jason Upton talks to co-campaign chair Jeanne Carroll about Whatcom Fire District 17's measure on the Aug. 6 primary ballot for a levy lid lift to fund relocation of the Sandy Point fire station out of a fire zone.

The Chuckanut Radio Hour has a special Whatcom Reads show for you!  Tonight's guest author Sasha LaPointe for her memoir, Red Paint: The Ancestral Autobiography of a Coast Salish Punk.  Interviewed by poet Quenton Baker. The Chuckanut Radio Players surprisingly find themselves all on the same page in a new episode of As the Ham Turns.   Our musical guest is the amazing, generous, and versatile violinist Swil Kanim.  Our resident poet, Kevin Murphy will delight and astound us with another inimitable performance. Announcer Rich Donnelly and hosts Kelly Evert and Paul Hanson.  Recorded live at Hotel Leo in Bellingham, Washington, the City of Subdued Excitement.   

As local farming advocates have predicted for years, the state's water lawsuit in Whatcom County is already facing big delays from legal challenges and the state Department of Ecology's inaccuracies. Fred Likkel, Whatcom Family Farmers' Executive Director, joins Dillon with details from the first court hearing since Ecology officially filed the case in May.

What’s Trending: Let's talk about what U.S. foreign policy should be, with the death of Alexei Navalny, the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas as well as the war in Ukraine by Russia. Should the U.S. still be using taxpayer money to fund the Ukrainian defense vs. Russia or should we be sending more money to support Israel. // Big Local: A 13-year-old in Whatcom county accidentally shot their 11-year-old sibling, the two children were left home alone, and it is unknown how the kid got the gun or if it was a lack of judgement by the parents. A Redmond teen has developed an app that allows people who are paralyzed to be able to communicate by blinking. The Federal Way Police Chief is calling for a change to the vehicular pursuit law. There were 69 incidents in a single day and there is no ability for police to chase after these thugs. // You Pick The News: The city of Bellingham is now taking legal action against a massive homeless encampment near a Walmart. The encampment sits on private property and the owner has neglected to take any action themself. The city has decided to take the matter into their own hands.