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Amidst the bustling streets of Salinas, a cultural oasis exists where the spirit of Mexico comes alive. At the Alisal Center for Fine Arts (ACFA), local dancers are preparing to perform folklorico, a traditional Mexican folk dance, across Monterey County.
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The convicted killer of Kristin Smart could be transferred to protective housing after being attacked in prison for the second time.
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Living with dementia can be challenging for not only the person suffering with it, but for their loved ones as well.On today's program, host Kris Kington-Barker speaks with Kim Chartrand, RN and Care Manager about Life with Dementia as a Caregiver.Although we cannot take your calls live today You are invited to listen and learn and send your questions today, Thursday, between 1-2 pm to voices@kcbx.org..Broadcast date: 4/18/24Central Coast Voices is sponsored by ACTION for Healthy Communities in collaboration with KCBX.
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Tune in for a conversation about the mental health benefits and cultural imperative connected to being a volunteer. Currently 30% of Americans volunteer. Globally Baby boomers and Millennials account for 62% of all volunteers. Gen Zers account for just 2% of all volunteers but they report the highest % of mental health issues as demographic.Listen Tuesdays from 2-3pm on KCBX
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Digital Democracy is the result of a collaboration between Cal Poly and CalMatters that aims to give every Californian access to information about what our lawmakers in Sacramento are doing. Al Stewart is appearing at the Cuesta CPAC with his band Empty Pockets on Saturday April 20th. He talks with KCBX's Sal Espana about history, wine, and songwriting in this interview from the KCBX archives. On Peace Love & Pets, host Robin Coleman speaks with Kristin Howland of Pacific Wildlife Care about their rehabilitation programs.
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A local youth sports team is opening the door for LGBTQ+ youth in athletics, and they are doing it on wheels.
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Velella velella are small jelly-like creatures propelled by wind and ocean currents. And now they are showing up on Central Coast beaches.
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Kenneth Taylor, a Cal Poly SLO student, died earlier this week in Big Sur. An autopsy report Wednesday confirmed the death was accidental, caused by multiple blunt force injuries.
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Join Fred Munroe as he speaks with guests Jim Dantona, CEO and President of the San Luis Obispo(SLO) Chamber of Commerce, and Rachel Whalen, Workforce Development Coordinator with the SLOChamber. They will discuss how the SOAR (SLO Onboarding Assistance Resources) Program is designedto make it easier for employers to recruit and retain employees by taking a broader approach tocommunity connection and support.You are invited to listen, learn, and participate in the conversation today, Thursday, between 1-2 pm.Call in and be part of the discussion at (805) 781-3875
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The software was created to help agencies prevent collisions with whales.
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The Charles Paddock Zoo welcomed a 13-year-old fossa as part of a conservation effort.
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A new study out of UC Santa Barbara looked at how to reduce the amount of water used for agriculture. It finds that farming practices have a substantial impact.