The Double R Show

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In this two-part conversation, The Double R Show welcomes eight-term U.S. Representative Mike Honda, whose extraordinary life has taken him from the Peace Corps, to a long career in education, to Capitol Hill in Washington DC, and now the Oregon Coast. After serving two years in the Peace Corps in El Salvador, Honda returned to California and embarked on a long career in education before entering public life. He ...

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In this episode of The Double R Show, we welcome immigration attorney Kate Sinkins, who recently opened her own law practice in Lincoln City. Kate shares what she's seeing in our community, the growing need for immigration legal services, and how local families are navigating an uncertain landscape. We also explore restoration efforts at the Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge with the MidCoast Watersheds Council...

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From exploring Oregon's Marine Reserves through community science to discussing the future of Lincoln City's City Hall, this episode covers issues that connect our coast and our community. Hear about the upcoming BioBlitz and National Night Out activities,and join Mayor Susan Wahlke for an update on the proposed City Hall project and construction bond that could shape Lincoln City's future. Listen now and stay co...

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In this special episode of The Double R Show, we revisit the inspiring 50th Anniversary Celebration of the UNESCO Cascade Head Biosphere Region, held July 18 at Knight Park.

Hear from three featured speakers whose perspectives span science, Indigenous leadership, and international collaboration. Jerry Franklin, the original nominator of the Cascade Head Biosphere Region, reflects on the vision and global geopoliti...

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Fireworks may be over, but the conversation continues. Lincoln City’s City Manager Daniel Hunter reflects on this year's Fourth of July celebrations and discusses the options being considered for the future of City Hall, from renovating the current building to constructing a new facility. Then, we sit down with the Lincoln City Food Pantry to learn how the organization is serving local families, meeting gro...

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Join Double R to learn about Samaritan Health Services and its steps towards affiliation with MultiCare. Also wondering about the yellow lined rooftop at North Lincoln Hospital? Dr. Lesley Ogden takes us to the top of the story and explains the work underway.  Also on this week's program, Alison Nelson-Robertson joins us to discuss "rooves" of another kind as she shares the latest progress since the communit...

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We're switching things up a bit on this episode by putting your usual host in the interviewee's seat. Double R shares the story of a shirt-tail relative who was a prisoner of war during World War II and his recent interment on American soil after dying in a fire at a prison camp in Japan only now to be identified and returned home.

In the second segment, we sit down with the Commander of American Legion Post 97 to...

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Season Four begins with a celebration of community, history, and hope. Warren Ryland joins us to preview the beloved Gleneden Beach Fourth of July Parade as residents and visitors prepare to celebrate Independence Day on the Oregon Coast. Duncan Berry shares the story behind the 50th anniversary of the Cascade Head Biosphere Region and the global significance of this golden anniversary milestone. Dr. Lesley Ogden...

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Freedom Takes Flight is a celebration-packed episode where kites aren’t the only things soaring. We’re talking big changes for the Lincoln City Kite Festival, 31 years of Chinook Winds bringing people together, and the community moments that make summer on the coast special. From Juneteenth and Pride to the second grand opening of Schooner Creek Discovery Park, this episode highlights the people, plac...

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Red, White, and Blue brings together three leaders dedicated to serving the Lincoln City community: the Exalted Ruler of the Lincoln City Elks Lodge, the President of the Kiwanis Club of Lincoln City, and a past Commander of the American Legion. As Flag Day approaches, we explore the spirit of service, patriotism, volunteerism, and community that keeps Lincoln City strong. Join us for a conversation about...

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This week on the Double R Show, we celebrate an unparalleled season of success in North Lincoln County. In 45th Unparalleled, we highlight the remarkable partnership between Taft High School and Oregon Coast Community College that is helping students accelerate their educational journeys. This year, 45 members of Taft High School's Class of 2026 are expected to graduate having already earned 12 or more college cr...

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This week on the Double R Show, Water Wings glides between sea spray and feathered flight with stories that celebrate movement, recovery, and the people bringing communities together. Michelle Jones dives into the world of the Lincoln City Masters Swim Class, where fitness meets friendship. Tom Rice of the Seven Capes Bird Alliance takes us onto the coastal flyway for birding adventures filled with sharp eyes, sa...

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In this episode of the Double R Show, we hear stories about rebuilding, creating opportunities, and investing in the future of the Oregon Coast. Chris and Jennifer Donner share their journey of rebuilding both their business and family life after the devastating fire that impacted their arcade. Dan Pack discusses a new concert outside of the larger Siletz Bay Music Festival and the role music can play in bringing...

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Community Fingerprint brings together the Chief of Police, Director of Planning and Community Development, and the Director of Explore Lincoln City to discuss the people, priorities, and decisions shaping the future of the coast. From public safety to tourism and long-term vision, this conversation explores the imprint hands are making  in our community.  

• Chief David Broderick
• Planning Director Richa...

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Is theater on its last breath—or very much alive? This episode puts it to the test, from a high school production of Young Frankenstein to Theatre West’s staging of The Dead Guy, with a stop in also for a look at voice, performance, and singing ahead of the U.S. 250th celebration. Across generations and styles, the common thread is clear: the stage keeps finding new ways to speak—if people are s...

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This episode looks at how local systems quietly do the heavy lifting. Niki Price breaks down how Northwest Oregon Works is directing investment into workforce pathways and measurable outcomes. Joanie Helms brings in the Salmon River Grange perspective—plant sale, food access, and the operational backbone that supports neighbors. Sandy Gruber rounds it out with a community days tally. The throughline: practi...

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This week with Votes and Vitals we cover the issues shaping our community—from the importance of informed voting with the League of Women Voters, to how our local hospital is reducing infections and earning recognition for outstanding patient care. We also look ahead to an upcoming climate research talk exploring the changes affecting our coast and what they mean for the future. Local voices, important upda...

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City Manager Daniel Hunter steps fully into the role, moving from pro tem to permanent leadership. He finally gets to “unpack,” both literally and figuratively, as he settles in and shares his perspective on guiding Lincoln City forward. In this two-part feature, he offers insight into decision-making, priorities, and what it means to lead a coastal community today. We’re also joined by Sandy Gr...

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It’s “fore”… even if we only found three. As part of Lincoln City’s Community Days, we follow the game of golf as it shows up in unexpected places. At the high school, disc golf with Noah Lambie brings focus, flow, and a growing local scene. Out on the mud flats, the rules loosen and the landscape takes over—golf, but entirely shaped by tide and terrain. And at the mal...