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Setting the Record Straight with Melinda Bernert

21 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago -

Setting the Record Straight with Melinda Bernert provides insightful reporting and commentary in a rare one hour format.

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Columbia Health Services

September 05, 2023 21:36 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MB

You don't always have to drive into Portland to get medical care. An in-depth look at the programs offered to the public by Columbia Health Services, including school based clinics, sports physicals, mental health services and immunization clinics.

Measure 113 to impact Columbia County Senate race in 2026

August 11, 2023 22:39 - 54 minutes - 9.33 MB

Oregon Secretary of State LaVonne Griffin-Valade has stated that she will enforce Measure 113 that disallows legislators with 10 unexcused absences to run in the next election. Guests: Former State Senator Rachel Armitage, Columbia County Democrat Chair Anthony Sorace, and former House Majority Leader Barbara Smith Warner.

PART 2 Fraud allegations leveled at Columbia River Fire & Rescue

July 11, 2023 21:12 - 53 minutes - 9.26 MB

We continue our discussion regarding the latest in a long line of allegations facing CRF&R. Our guest is newly elected CRF&R board member and former district employee Rick Fletcher.

The latest allegations facing Columbia River Fire & Rescue PART 1

July 11, 2023 21:10 - 55 minutes - 9.47 MB

A special 2 hour JOINT show with Odd Friday discussing fraud allegations involving CRF&R finances.

Mayor Rick Scholl, Mayor Jerry Cole and City Administrator Scott Jorgensen discuss efforts to comply with the new regulations for houseless citizens.

June 19, 2023 22:47 - 51 minutes - 8.88 MB

We chat with St. Helens Mayor Rick Scholl, Rainier Mayor Jerry Cole and Rainier City Administrator Scott Jorgensen about how the cities of St. Helens and Rainier are coping with the restrictions imposed by HB 3115.

Don't fall for scammers. Learn what Romance fraud is, when to call your financial institution, and tips on how to protect yourself from financial fraud.

June 10, 2023 00:38 - 53 minutes - 9.23 MB

Today on Setting the Record Straight we talk with Tracy Oliver and Kim Preston from INroads Credit Union about the latest financial fraud schemes that Oregonians are falling prey to, how to spot a con and how to protect yourself.

Oregon Public Banking Efforts / Right to Rest

June 10, 2023 00:30 - 54 minutes - 9.36 MB

First up on Setting the Record Straight today, we talk with Rick Staggenborg, a retired physician who has been working with the Oregon Public Banking Association to develop a public bank to better serve the needs of municipalities, small business, students and Oregon citizens. Next up we chat with Ariel Knox founder of the "Right to Rest" movement which has been advocating on behalf of giving homeless folks a place to rest out of the harsh sun and cold winters.

Candidates for Columbia River Fire & Rescue Board

May 13, 2023 02:27 - 1 hour - 19.2 MB

Setting the Record Straight and Odd Friday join together to interview board candidates for the embattled Columbia River Fire & Rescue District. Only 3 candidates of the 7 were able to join us: challengers Richard Fletcher & Ryan Welby and incumbent Mark Kreutzer. Discussion included the proposed Columbia City fire station, the investigation into the budget controversy and the lawsuit filed by 3 former female employees.

Measure 5-290 with guest Sheriff Brian Pixley

April 22, 2023 17:19 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MB

Sheriff Brian Pixley discusses the proposed Enhanced Law Enforcement Operating levy which if approved by voters would provide 7 full time deputies and 24/7 coverage for Columbia County. The proposed rate is .29 per $1000 of assessed value, which would raise an estimated $7.9 million over a 4 year period.

Meet the candidates running for Scappoose School Board

April 15, 2023 16:24 - 1 hour - 158 MB

Setting the Record straight joins Odd Friday in a special 2 hour show to chat with all but one of the candidates running for the Scappoose School Board. Tune in to hear the candidates positions on parents rights, curriculum choices and book banning.

Confined Animal Feeding Operations - Massive Chicken Farms headed to Oregon

April 04, 2023 17:00 - 53 minutes - 74.1 MB

Several globally owned large scale chicken operations are headed to the Willamette Valley. Local farmers discuss their concerns over water usage, pollution and land use. Kendra Kimbirauskas, Siena Chrisman and others discuss.

People helping People / Interesting Legislation in Salem

February 04, 2023 20:20 - 55 minutes - 76 MB

Carroll and I talk with 26 -year-old Sam Phan whose non-profit for students traditionally overlooked, celebrates its first year. Localgrownpdx.org will award about $13k in scholarships this spring. Deadline to apply is April 20, 2023. Sam, a first generation American, explains why he began the scholarship program and talks about how you can help. We also discuss some of the legislation we are following in Salem, including the many bills Chief sponsored by Senator Suzanne Weber and the very ...

Sexual assault allegations leveled at State Rep. elect Brian Stout / NEXT Renewable Fuels Merger

December 02, 2022 20:41 - 38 minutes - 52.4 MB

A Columbia County woman sought and received a 5 year temporary restraining order against incoming HD 31 State Representative Brian Stout. She alleges he sexually assaulted her and twice tried to kill her.  Willamette Week Reporter Anthony Effinger discuss the latest financial maneuverings of NEXT Renewable Fuels.

Oregon Ballot Measure 111

September 09, 2022 20:19 - 53 minutes - 73.8 MB

Interview with Tom Sincic, President of Health Care For All Oregon discusses Measure 111 which if passed would amend the Oregon Constitution to require the state to ensure that every resident of Oregon has access to cost-effective, clinically appropriate and affordable health care as a fundamental right.

Setting the Record Straight with Melinda Bernert Friday August 26, 2022 Co host Carroll Sweet

August 26, 2022 20:10 - 54 minutes - 75.3 MB

Scappoose Mayoral candidate Joe Backus/Flaws of the Columbia County 9-11 Radio System Guests Scappoose City Councilman Tyler Miller & Scappoose School District Superintendent Tim Porter. 

Democratic Candidate for Governor Patrick Starnes w/ Melinda on KOHI

October 06, 2021 18:41 - 54 minutes - 75.1 MB

The Oregon Governor’s race is heating up…

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

January 30, 2021 22:30 - 55 minutes - 76.5 MB

She's a singer, songwriter, businesswoman and humanitarian. We'll be talking about Dolly Parton and her Imagination Library, and how your child can be a part of it.

Right to Repair w/ Our friends at OSPIRG

January 23, 2021 01:38 - 55 minutes - 75.7 MB

We are speaking with the citizen groups behind the proposed Right to Repair bill, which would allow Oregon consumers to easily repair electronics such as computers and cell phones.

Violence in Politics

January 16, 2021 02:33 - 53 minutes - 73.6 MB

Violence in politics is rolling downhill into our local communities. Let’s discuss with Steve Sebelius, Politics and Government Editor for the Review Journal and Greg Pettit, Chair of the Columbia County Democrats.

Oregon COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout Discussion with State Public Health

January 09, 2021 01:51 - 52 minutes - 24.8 MB

Rachael Banks Director of Oregon State Public Health joins Melinda to discuss the COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Oregon.

National Popular Vote and the Electoral College 12-11-2020

December 13, 2020 01:00 - 54 minutes - 74.8 MB

KC Hanson (Democratic Party of Oregon), Art Towers (Oregon Trial Lawyers), and Patrick Rosenstiel (Ainsley Shea) discuss how electors are decided and do their business as well as the National Popular Vote State Compact.