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Today we heard an NBC report on jury selection in the Trump New York trial and where Trump's troubles stand now. Caller also discussed Trump's remarks on abortion.
Movie Mike McGranaghan, professional movie critic, author, and 'women in cinema' advocate with his latest review; 'No Hard Feelings,' and he'll have mini-reviews of 'Asteroid City,' and 'Sound of Freedom.' In entertainment news, we'll talk about the legacy and career of Frederic Forest who died at the age of 86, and actor John Boyega had an update on the Jamie Foxx medical condition.
6/30/23 WKOK Sunrise: David Rowe, State Representative (R-85th) on budget time in Harrisburg, Penn State funding dispute, and related topics...
Hope Kopf, Northumberland resident, on the Tribute to 1973, Celebrating 50-Years' observance July 4 at the Priestley Chapel from 10am to 5pm. We'll talk about the why (Pineknotter Days is 50-years-old) and the Tribute schedule. We'll talk about the displays, music, and the reason thinking back to 1973 is going to be a blast!.
Mark Burke, Founder and President of Mynddset, a thriving entrepreneurial business in the DRIVE business hub, where he is helping businesses and organizations rethink their mission, their meetings, events and the behaviours they hope to impact. We’ll talk about his studio services, poditorium and deep thinking they do about events, meetings, and many other meet-ups (Recorded).
Jeffrey Wojciechowski, Sunbury Code Enforcement officer, on the success of the city-wide-walk-around efforts, the notifications that went out for code violations, their work with property owners, and the overall success of this program. He'll talk about other code enforcement efforts lately, the electronic and tire recycling events, along with other new initiatives; and addressing the housing and rental issues in the city.
Movie Mike McGranaghan, professional critic, author, and 'women in cinema' advocate with his latest review; 'The Flash,' and he'll have a mini-review of 'Elemental.' In entertainment news, he'll talk about Steven Spielberg and Martin Scorsese intervening after layoffs at Turner Classic Movies, and Oliver Stone calls the 'John Wick' franchise "disgusting beyond belief.
Terry Burke, President, Union County Veterans 4th of July Committee, and Shawn Stout, Founder and CEO of USA Life, Co-sponsoring Union County Veterans 4th of July celebration, the postponed fireworks (which won't be held Friday night, but maybe Saturday night), on the big celebration and firework's 94KX soundtrack), and Saturday's big events, the parade, flyover, music in the park and everything else.
Erik Rowe, and Tom Gates 2023 Wheels In the Grove Car Show, August 10, held by the Selinsgrove Rotary Club. They'll discuss: "Join Us for Our Third Annual Car Show in Downtown Selinsgrove! With great cars to look at, music at the commons, and eating outside under the stars at some of the best restaurants in the Valley, you won’t want to miss the Third Annual Wheels in the Grove!
Heather L Shnyder, Health Systems Training Specialist, Transitions of PA, and Tracy Strosser, Outreach Coordinator, on the new staff, the position, the new goals for education and outreach…and…on summer camp, Camp i.Am.B.R.A.V.E. (Bystander intervention Respect Attitude Values Empathy August 14-18 in Lewisburg, they say, “Get ready for a fun week of learning, making friends, team building, arts and crafts, and other indoor and outdoor fun activities! Facilitated by trained educators, Camp i.Am.BRAVE will provide your child with opportunities to learn about what it means to be B.R.A.V.E.
Using a new story each day, your child will learn and talk about doing good things and being there for others who might need help with the goal of emphasizing helpful actions and behaviors, understanding feelings and emotions, and who to go to when they need help. Camp Hours are from 8am – 4pm daily, with the availability of extended care hours before and after daily. Breakfast, Lunch, and Snacks provided! Register today! Ages 5-10.” We’ll also touch on…everything else, their mission, work, services, they are hiring, and their fundraising in the future.
Christine Orlando, Director of Philanthropy, Community Giving Foundation, Berwick, and Eric Pangelinan, Program Officer with CGF, on their Annual Meeting of the Women’s Giving Circle, on why giving is fun, and how foundations thrive and help a community thrive. They say they'll talk about their event, "July 25 at the Pine Barn Inn in Danville. The Women’s Giving Circle invites community members to join in collective giving where grants are awarded to support initiatives that better the lives of women and girls across our region. This is a regional initiative, supporting our entire service area (lower-Luzerne, Columbia, Montour, Northumberland, Union, and Snyder Counties). On July 25, members of the Women’s Giving Circle will listen to live presentations from nonprofit organization’s and then a live vote is conducted and grants totaling $20,000 are awarded all at the same event. It is a very exciting way for people to get involved in grantmaking, make a difference – and have fun!"
James Heath (KC3OXN), Shamokin, SVARC Vice President, Single Sideband Chairman, James Collier (KC3GBS), Shamokin, SVARC President, Single Sideband Co-chairman on, what is amateur radio, what it's followers have done in decades past, and what they are still doing. We'll talk about their gift for communication during crises, and how they stand at the ready. We'll discuss the Field Day 2023. They say, "The fourth full weekend of June each year in North America is a very special time for tens of thousands of “hams” in the amateur radio community. It’s special because for these ham radio operators, it’s their moment in the spotlight to show the public the value of ham radio, and to prove their skills in preparedness for an emergency event. And for the Susquehanna Valley Amateur Radio Club (SVARC), it’s no different."
Tea Jay Aikey, President and CEO, Central Pennsylvania Chamber of Commerce, on their upcoming 'Fine Day for a Wine Day event, her 'Tea Time with Tea Jay' column, their WEDnetPA training, and the all important, 'Understanding Medicaid' talk coming up. We'll discuss the chamber's work three years into the pandemic/inflation/worker shortage/supply chain crisis, an Inside Jobs event at the State Capital with Rep. David Rowe (R-85th, Lewisburg), a blood drive, and much more.
Movie Mike McGranaghan, professional movie critic, author, and 'women in cinema' advocate, with his review of 'Transformers: Rise of the Beasts,' and a mini review of 'Stan Lee.' In entertainment news, he discusses the death of Treat Williams, the next few Avatar sequels are delayed, and Mike's extensive report from the Tribecca Film Festival.
Sandy Heim of Sunbury, and Glenn Moyer of Northumberland, on the latest from the Save our Susquehanna group. We'll talk about Encina's latest moves, why the group is bracing for a long fight and what all of us can do work against the Encina circular plastics recycling facility.
Tim Schaeffer, Executive Director, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, on his recent visit to Union County unveiling a new boat launch ramp and parking area. We'll talk about the recent 'Safe Boating Week,' discuss summer waterway safety, license sales this year, next year's license increase, his first four years on the job, his conservation mindset, and an update on trout mapping.
Andrea Dietz, Outreach Facilitator, United in Recovery (UIR), Susquehanna Valley United Way (SVUW), and Loreen Comstock, Outreach Facilitator, UIR, SVUW, on the mission and work of United in Recovery, and their upcoming United in Recovery Second Annual Recovery Picnic. We'll talk about the need for UIR, their services over the years, the outreach, deliverables and education they've done and how it is paying off. I'll ask about what has happened, and they hope will happen, at the picnic.
Dr. James Cook, Division chief of Neonatology at Geisinger Janet Weis Children’s Hospital, on the upcoming Walk for Babies, they're recruiting walkers and donors for the event June 25 at Montour Preserve. We'll talk about Geisinger's legacy ties, support of, and support from, the March of Dimes, why support fundraising and how the funding helps. We'll talk about raising money and raising awareness. Dr. Cook will discuss what he sees firsthand how all this makes a difference for premature babies and mothers at Geisinger hospitals
Movie Mike McGranaghan, professional movie critical, author, and 'women in cinema' advocate, with his review of 'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,' and he'll have a mini-review of 'Flamin' Hot.' Regarding entertainment news, Mike will discuss Cuba Goodling, Jr's rape lawsuit settlement, and the next 'Captain America' movie gets a new title.
Dr. Glen Finney, Geisinger Memory and Cognition Center, on the news that multivitamins can help with memory and cognition. We'll talk about the new study findings, and everything else that relates to memory, cognition and brain power. We'll talk about what slows our brain down (lack of sleep, or poor nutrition?), the impact of social media or any obsessive behavior, and why we are such creatures of habit.
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