Vvolt believes e-mobility should be for everyone. They are developing ebikes to make electric mobility work for more bodies and levels of ability. 

Nick Wood from Vvolt talks about the origins of the Portland-based company and how e-bikes can have a positive impact on your lifestyle. 

He also dispels common misconceptions like riding an e-bike is cheating. 

For Your Playlist: 'Bicycle Race' by Queen

You may have seen Shawne Martinez and his e-bike on the streets and trails of Tigard. This hasn't always been the case. A few years ago, he could be found behind the wheel of a diesel truck.

In this interview, Shawne, a member of the Tigard Transportation Advisory Committee, shares how an e-bike became his main mode of transportation.

He also shares what to know when shopping for an e-bike including the different types of e-bikes and costs. And he encourages you to try one at the Move4May e-bike demos. 

For Your Playlist: Any song about dinosaurs

For 50 years, Meals on Wheels People (MOWP) has been meeting the social and nutritional needs of older adults in our community. Angie Boyd, MOWP Tigard Center, talks about the challenges they have overcome during COVID-19 to meet the needs of Tigard seniors. 

Also, hear how you can support seniors by volunteering, donating, or participating in the Strides for Seniors event.

For Your Playlist: '500 Miles' by The Proclaimers

The last segment of the Fanno Creek Trail to be completed in Tigard is difficult for a reason. It presents challenges like construction feasibility, permitting, safety, and cost.

Ben Johnson, a landscape architect at Greenworks, talks about his involvement with a recent study to identify the best path forward and what the community should expect in the next few years.

For Your Playlist: 'Fool in the Rain' by Led Zeppelin 

Advance Tigard helps Tigard businesses and community members. The program provides matching grants to cover up to 50% of career education and training for employees who live and work in Tigard.

Elizabeth Lopez and Kombai Nonnarath from the Immigrant & Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) talk about IRCO's role in the program, who should apply, and tips for completing the application.

 

 

A graduate of Tigard High School, Michael Rogers returned home in 2013 to teach at his alma mater. 

In this interview, Michael Rogers talks about teaching English and the Theory of Knowledge to the current generation of Tigard High School students. He also shares advice for the parents of high school students.

For Your Playlist: "Paranoid" by Black Sabbath and "We Don't Talk About Bruno" from Encanto

Tigard High School offers several affinity group options for students, including multicultural and interest-based groups.    In this episode, we talk with four members of the Black Student Union -  Nya Muhammad, Keiry Muhammad, Sydney West, and Wajeeh Konge. They talk about the realities of being a Black student at Tigard High School and share advice for the next generation of Black students at Tigard High School.   For Your Playlist: 'Keep Your Head Up' by Tupac   Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager

Family Promise of Tualatin Valley (FPTV) serves children and their families who are experiencing houselessness.

Elise Schaff Laubach is a founding board member of FPTV and now serves as their Fund Development Manager. She shares how FPTV partners with the community to holistically address the root causes of houselessness. 

Also, hear about Elise's singing background, her favorite Tigard restaurant, and her favorite Tigard park.

For Your Playlist: 'Soak Up the Sun' by Sheryl Crow

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager

From summer camps to street outreach, The Salvation Army serves the most vulnerable members of our community.

Major Bob Lloyd, The Salvation Army Portland Metro Coordinator, talks about how small acts of kindness cause the biggest ripples in communities. He also shares exciting news about The Salvation Army's summer camps.

For Your Playlist: 'Baby Shark'

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager