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Courtney Flatt/NWPBOne cafe in Washington state is opening its doors to help people make connections in-person — through speed-friending. It’s like platonic speed-dating. -
August Frank/The Lewiston TribuneCollege leaders at Walla Walla Community College’s Clarkston campus say financial pressures have been building for years. -
Melinda Kupers has worked for the state agency for 35 years — in prisons, community corrections, reentry centers and graduated reentry. On a daily basis, she said working for the Washington state Department of Corrections is brutal.“ Our community corrections staff are out in the community with guns on their hips, arresting people, going into homes,” Kupers said.
Local Programs
Arts & Culture
It takes a community: Coming together to prepare girls for their quinceañeras
Quinceañeras are a traditional Latin American celebration of a girl's 15th birthday that marks her coming of age into becoming a young woman. In March the Wenatchee Convention Center filled with colorful ball gowns, families dancing and dozens of businesses ready to showcase services for this milestone celebration.
Tacomans are searching for treasure. They’re looking for Monkeyshines
Every winter, Tacomans embark on a treasure hunt. The seekers are looking for Monkeyshines.
PNW Bites: Hazelnut mug cake
On this edition of PNW Bites, host Jordan Eby brings you a regionally inspired recipe for hazelnut mug cake.
PNW Bites: Blueberry mocktails
On this edition of PNW Bites, host Jordan Eby brings you a regionally inspired recipe for blueberry mocktails.
New music programs join NWPB Classical's Friday and Saturday schedule
NWPB Classical is excited to announce new additions to the weekend music lineup beginning January 9, 2026, bringing even more discovery, creativity, and fresh perspectives to your listening experience. From rising classical talent and cutting-edge contemporary works to genre-spanning conversations and celebrated NPR favorites, there’s something new to tune in for every weekend.
Unpacked: Now That's What I Call 21st Century
Beginning in 2026, you’ll hear some new programs on NWPB Classical. Now That’s What I Call 21st Century will be hosted by NWPB’s Jedd Greenhalgh, and dive into the gentler music written after the year 2000.
Reeder's Movie Reviews: Song Sung Blue
The new movie from producer-director-writer Craig Brewer (Hustle & Flow, Coming 2 America) really wants you to like it, until it dares you to feel otherwise.
Reeder's Movie Reviews: Avatar: Fire and Ash
If you’re planning a return visit to Pandora, bring your imagination and your patience.
Winter Spirit shines in Lewiston; a decades-old tradition
Up to 800,000 LED lights cover the park this year. Included with that is the lighted arch walkway, bright dancing penguins, a lighted igloo — and even a fireplace to warm up.
PNW Bites: Loaded potato stacks
On this edition of PNW Bites, host Jordan Eby brings you a regionally inspired recipe for loaded potato stacks.
Kids
PBS Kids
Educational games and videos from Curious George, Wild Kratts and other PBS KIDS shows!
Ask Dr. Universe
See Dr. Universe answer your most baffling science questions.
Explore Together / Exploremos Juntos
Explore Together is our program just for kids ages 2–8 and their families. Join us at community events, get hands-on with STEAM activities and make lasting memories together.
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