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Voices & Views ~ The McLaughlin Research Institute: President, Dr. Renee Reijo Pera, and Development Director, Brianne Laurin

On this edition of Voices and Views, host Thomas Risberg is joined by McLaughlin Research Institute President, Dr. Renee Reijo Pera, and Development Director, Brianne Laurin, for a discussion of the distinguished nearly 70 year history of the Institute as well as the current groundbreaking research that takes place everyday right here in Great Falls. From gene editing to Alzheimer's research, the Institute is on the cutting edge of science globally, and is a critical part of Great Falls' continued efforts to build a thriving 21st century knowledge-based economy. 

To learn more about the Institute, visit their website at https://www.mclaughlinresearch.org/

Letters from a Land of Grass - Grasshoppers (7-8-2022)

Lisa says, "I suspect I am not the only one who suddenly has grasshoppers swarming. I just hope my chickens are hungry!"

Electric City Currents ~ Jersey Off Your Back Fundraiser on July 16th

Today's Electric City Currents is about the "Jersey Off Your Back" Fundraiser taking place at Centene Stadium during the Great Falls Voyagers vs. Missoula Paddleheads baseball game. Host Gabriel Vasichek is joined by Julie McCamley from Russell Country Federal Credit Union and Thomas Risberg from Alliance For Youth to discuss the event, as well as a broader discussion about the importance of "thinking local and acting local."

The doors at Centene Stadium will open at 6:00pm and the game starts at 7:00pm this Saturday, July 16th, and you can bid on a jersey until the 7th inning, when winning bids will be announced.

For more information on either of these organizations, visit

https://www.allianceforyouth.org/

https://www.allianceforyouth.org/the-sober-life

https://www.russellcountryfcu.org/

 

 

Electric City Currents ~ Layloni Ghee & BUILDing Through Music

Electric City Currents w/ Host Gabriel Vasichek joined by guests Layloni Ghee and George "Slim" Thompson from the band Big Sky Drive. We talk about Layloni's brand new single "BUILD," writing and performing, the importance of BUILDING musical communities, driving hundreds of miles for gigs, and Big Sky Drive's upcoming EP. 

Listen to Layloni's single "BUILD" and subscribe to her YouTube channel here:
https://youtu.be/f-bGKHTjq5k

Layloni's Website:
https://laylonighee.wixsite.com/music

Big Sky Drive Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/bigskydrive/

Layloni Ghee Music FB:
https://www.facebook.com/laylonigheemusic

 

 

Front Range Outdoors ~ The Montana Trail w/ Ember & Quill

Host Amy Grisak is joined by Carly and Fey, also known by their trail names "Ember" and "Quill," to talk about their journey through the first 1/3 of their pioneer voyage along the Montana Trail. Hear about their challenges, triumphs, the scenery and the landmarks along the way. Stay tuned to Front Range Outdoors on KGPR for more updates from the trail!

Learn more about the brand new Montana Trail 406 here:
https://montanatrail.org

Keep up with Carly and Fey along the trail at the Montana Trail 406 FB page:
https://www.facebook.com/montanatrail406/

 

Thank you for listening, and many thanks to Ken Overcast for the theme music, "Back in the Saddle" and "Montana Lullabye." You can find more about his music here:
https://kenovercast.com

 

 

Letters from a Land of Grass - Fungi on the Fourth (7-1-2022)

It turns out that plants thrive with the same qualities of independence and interdependence as our nation. Happy Fourth of July.

 

-Lisa

Voices & Views ~ Susie McIntyre, Director of the GF Public Library

Host Thomas Risberg is joined by Susie McIntyre, the Director of the Great Falls Public Library to talk about their abundance of programs, resources and the importance of the Public Library to our community.

Letters from a Land of Grass - I Found My Horse (6-24-2022)

Good morning. This one still makes me laugh. I hope you do, too.

Front Range Outdoors ~ Melynda Harrison, Yellowstone Updates & More

On this edition of Front Range Outdoors, Host Amy Grisak is joined by travel writer Melynda Harrison to talk about Yellowstone National Park and its current status for this summer. After extensive flooding in the area, the park will be opening in stages throughout the summer. They also discuss many other must-see sights and hikes in the surrounding area, as well as great insights to visiting Yellowstone "off the boardwalk." 

For more information or to keep up with Mel's adventures, visit these links:

https://travelingmel.com/

https://www.instagram.com/travelingmelmt/?hl=en

https://yellowstonetrips.com/

City Connections ~ Laramie Smovir, Great Falls Animal Shelter

Host: Lanni Klasner. This interview is with the Great Falls Animal Shelter Volunteer Coordinator Laramie Smovir. Laramie provides an overview of the Animal Shelter and its services. She shares information on how to adopt and microchip your pets as well as how to volunteer at the shelter.

• Website: https://greatfallsmt.net/animalshelter
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/GreatFallsAnimalShelter
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/greatfallsanimalshelter/