On this week’s show, we review how the shutdown is affecting food stamps and heating subsidies, why the Constitution stipulates the terms for Senators, and what bizarre statements federal officials now consider appropriate.

Dr Jill Valerius and Lee Henrikson begin a multipart discussion about sleep apnea.

Alaska Red Cross Regional Director of Communications Taylar Sausen talks about ongoing recovery efforts after immediate needs from Typhoon Halong have been met.

Palmer Fire and Rescue Chief John Prevost covers safety tips from smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to wood burning stoves to ice safety on ponds and lakes.

Alaska farm Bureau President Scott Mugrage discusses the ways the Farm Bureau positively influences agriculture in Alaska while describing his own Mugrage Hay and Cattle ranch located in Delta Junction.

MSRMC CEO Taylor Rudd introduces himself and updates listeners about the Medical Center and describes future developments.

MatSu Ski Club member Ed Strabel cautions skiers about the thin snow cover at both GPRA and Hatcher Pass.

MatSu Borough Community Development Director Jillian Morrissey describes the operation of the Borough Libraries and the various uses of Borough owned land.

Palmer Mayor Jim Cooper discusses the recent City Council meeting.

Peter House explores the most recent hacking exploits potentially affecting all of us.