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7 Holiday Trash Hacks with Gena Jain - Dec 26, 2024 Dec 26, 2024

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7 Hacks to cut your holiday trash with guest, Gena; garbage pickup holiday schedule; free Metro rides on New Years; safe space heaters and lithium-ion batteries; winter travel tips so you can know before you go. All that and more, This Week in Kirkland with Jim, Kate and David.
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December 19 with Jeff Lockhart Dec 19, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and David share heads up on City Hall holiday hours. Plus, Council passes the '25-'26 budget. Shop Local for those last minute gifts. Practice holiday shopping safety, prevent fire hazards, and prep your pets for the holidays. Let Metro Flex take you places. Drop off storm debris for free. Special guest: Jeff Lockhart, Executive Director of Kirkland Performance Center, dives into the magic of the arts, what’s coming to the theater, and how KPC continues to connect and inspire our community while preserving the arts in Kirkland!

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December 12 with Officer Paul Arnold Dec 12, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and David invite you to a podcast focus group. Plus, heads up on City Hall holiday closures. Recap of the last City Council meeting. Cook safely this season. Protect your pipes from freezing. Learn about AEDs in the parks. Have an eco-friendly holiday. Check out upcoming events. Special guest: Officer Paul Arnold, Neighborhood Resource Officer, invites you down to Coffee with a Cop, to a Gun Safety Class, and shares winning stories of football, team work, and community.

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Dec 5, 2024 featuring Cassie Joyner Dec 05, 2024

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This week Jim, Christian, and David prep you for winter weather, holiday events, and the season of giving with winter readiness tips from our office of emergency management, WM service delays info, December events, Toys for Tots drop offs, volunteer opportunities, and a January blood drive at City Hall. Plus, protect your identity and digital life. Take a trip with the community van. Give feedback on this very podcast! Special guest: Cassie Joyner, Kirkland Downtown Association Board President, shares a special surprise at this year's Winterfest.
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November 27, 2024 - TWIK Nov 27, 2024

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This week Jim and David are joined by Tiffany Trombley, Neighborhood Resource Officer, and Ryan Sheaffer, Fire Lt. and Inspector, to talk holiday safety tips, plus a game of Thanksgiving food "This or That?", and to share their favorite holiday traditions on- and off-duty.

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November 21, 2024 - TWIK Nov 21, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and David share how to stay informed and safe this wind storm event. Plus, City Council recap. Upcoming winter events. City Hall Thanksgiving holiday closure. Honoring Native American Heritage Day. Recognizing Crash Responder Safety week. Donating to the Recreation Scholarship Fund. Special guest: Christian Switzer, Special Projects Coordinator, teaches us the big impact of Small Business Saturday.
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November 14, 2024 - TWIK Nov 14, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and David give heads up on the NE 85th St weekend closure. Plus, Turkey Trot traffic alert. Comp Plan enters final stages. City Council meeting preview. Dark days safety tips. Get around with Metro Flex. Reduce flooding and keep storm drains clear. Special guest: Kate Schmiett, Environmental Education Specialist, talks rain, bugs, and more!
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November 7, 2024 - TWIK Nov 07, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and Anthony invite you to plant a tree. Plus, City Hall holiday closure. City Council meeting recap. Houghton Transfer Station hours change. Join the Cultural Arts Commission for a say in Kirkland's public art. Sweater weather tips for your pets. Tips for preventing flooding. Thanks for a great AED ribbon cutting event. Become a lunch buddy and make a difference in a child's life. Special guest: Carmin Dalziel, Executive Director of Kirkland Parks and Community Foundation, shares how small gives make big impact right here in our community.

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October 31, 2024 - TWIK Oct 31, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate and David invite your input on upcoming public hearings at the Nov 6 City Council meeting. Plus, the draft K2044 Comprehensive Plan is posted and available to review. Recognizing National First Responders Day. Public Works and Parks crews prep for winter weather. Take advantage of free extra yard waste pick up in November. Special guest: John Lloyd, Deputy Director of Parks and Community Services, takes our Parks quiz and shares about the upcoming AED ribbon cutting event.

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October 24, 2024 - TWIK Oct 24, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and David invite you to the AED unveiling event on Nov 2. Plus, share your input on the City budget. Submit a design for the Kirkland Flag. Get your minority- or women-owned business certified with the state for greater opportunities. Shout out to Councilmember Falcone's newest appointment. Register to the Girls Youth Basketball League. Help keep Kirkland clean and Adopt-a-Road. Join us at Dia de los Muertos and other upcoming events. Special guest: Sergeant John Ness, Kirkland Police Dept, shares about the Pink Patch Project and participates in our Battle of the Brackets challenge to pick the winner of the "Classic Cop Shows."
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