This week, The News Cycle hosts a political roundtable with local political party leaders. Joining us in this episode are Linda Deos, the chair of the Yolo County Democratic Party, and Jim Fein, the communications director for the Yolo County Republicans. This is an abridged version of the conversation - the full version can be found at bluedevilhub.com and wherever you get your podcasts.

Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Music by- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez

Following guidance from the California Department of Public Health, the DJUSD school board  announced an end to the indoor mask mandate on March 3rd. Plus we take a look at teenagers and video games. Packages by Maria Anderson and Julian Dunn.

Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Music by- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez

Transcript available at bluedevilhub.com 

Community Boy Scout troops are stuggling to recruit members during the pandemic. Next, families around Davis are finding pros and cons in raising chickens. Finally, Russell Boulevard is undergoing changes from the city. Packages by: Ayisi Ni, Grace Kishiyama & Maria Anderson

Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Music by- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez

Since  the Russian invasion last Thursday, Davis has expressed its solidarity  with Ukraine and its sister city there, Uman. The News Cycle checks in  on the situation in Uman and then looks at a candlelight vigil that was  held Saturday to demonstrate support for Ukrainians. Interview by Max  Davis-Housefield. Package by Shira Kalish.

Producers- Max Davis Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez

Local musicians across California share a deep love for the guitar explored in different ways. Next, Davis High hosts Davis Idol in order to give high school students an opportunity to demonstrate their own musical talent. Packages by: Maria Anderson & Declan Fee

Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Music- ‘Memories’ by LOLAH

Davis High students have made many plans for how to spend the perfect holiday with their friends, and we dive into the world of astrology with a look at trending star signs and horoscopes. Plus we have a second episode in our series chronicling people who have experienced prejudice in Davis. Packages by Maria Anderson, Bridget Nagle, and Leyla Bolkan.

Producers- Max Davis Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez

After a covid hiatus, like most local shops, game and comic book haven Bizarro World is back in business. Next, we talk with local farmers, vendors and shoppers about farm-to-fork eating. Packages by Elliot DeJong & Maria Anderson.

Producers- Max Davis Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez

Community organizers, including Davis High's Black Student Union, have planned events for the entire month. But, they argue, Black History should really be taught and appreciated all year round. Plus, we visit the Mondavi Center where the show goes on. Packages by Xochitl Armien and Lewis Herring-Tillman.

Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez

A high school student council formed in order to petition the enacting of a new bell schedule. Next, plans are solidifying surrounding the construction of a new Career Technical Education building on the Davis High School campus. Finally, we begin a series of interviews with individuals from minority groups in the community on their experiences in the town of Davis. Packages by Leyla Bolkan, Grace Kishiyama & Jihan Moon.

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Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez

This week, we see how local businesses are having to modify their hours of operation due to increased risk and decreased demand. We also take a look at COVID testing at elementary schools and DHS's new musical production. We round the show off with a remembrance of Martin Luther King Jr. Packages by Alex Miyamoto, Julian Dunn, and Bridget Nagle. "We Shall Overcome" Melody after Charles Albert Tindley; setting & sound file by Peter Gerloff.

Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez