The Morro Bay National Estuary Program has received federal funding to support its work. They say that’s especially important amid recent storms which have shown the need to preserve the estuary.
Benjamin Purper talks with a winemaker whose family has been helping the Paso Robles wine industry move towards sustainability. Betsey Nash, the Grape Nut, spoke with Glenna Thompson of Symbiosis Wines about aromas. Longtime radio journalist and Goleta resident ‘Big’ Jim Williams tells some stories. Reporter Erick Gabriel shares stories and experiences from queer and trans people of color in San Luis Obispo County. Alison Metcalfe, Tourism Ireland's Executive Vice President, shares memorable destinations round the Emerald Isle.
Jeremy Rose teaches beekeeping at Cal Poly and we'll visit him on campus to check on the bees. We’ll talk with Dr Cornel Morton, of Diversity Coalition SLO County. We'll hear about “Reunite the Rock”, a ceremony of healing and inclusion at the base of Morro Rock. And finally, we'll look into the local produce boxes that are delivered to your door.
SLO city leaders are exploring housing options including the Downtown Flexible Density Program. Also, we'll hear from Blaine Reely, director of groundwater sustainability for the County of San Luis Obispo. There are opportunities for Central Coast residents to comment on the future of the Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant. The FDA recently granted accelerated approval for a new Alzheimer’s drug but it's expensive. Robin Coleman from Woods Humane Society talks about our pets and love.