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Some Oregon communities are creating places where residents of all ages can thrive and get around easily. Chris Laing speaks with Oregon Grapevine host, Barbara Dellenback, about how Sisters, Oregon is modeling livability for all. They talk about Age Friendly Sisters Country, the ombudsmen program, and ideas for the future.

Oregon On The Record discusses a new book about Steve Prefontaine with author Brendan O'Mara, who wrote "The Front Runner: The Life of Steve Prefontaine." O'Mara aims to humanize Prefontaine, separating myth from reality, and highlights his pioneering spirit in sports psychology and advocacy for women in sports.

Oregon Senator Ron Wyden discussed challenges coming from the Trump administration, highlighting issues like fire season concerns due to federal cuts, mental health crisis legislation in 23 Oregon counties, and a $200,000 grant for a rural youth program.

Oregon On The Record discusses the progress of the legal psilocybin industry in Oregon with Andreas Met, COO of Satya Therapeutics, Oregon's largest facility of this kind.

Oregon On The Record interviews Jill Bond, the new editor of the Register Guard, about her return to Eugene and her vision for the paper. Bond, a University of Oregon journalism graduate, has a diverse background, including roles at the Herald and News, the Kokomo Tribune, and the Bloomington Herald-Times.

Marilyn Hinson is a fitness educator at the Downtown Athletic Club in Eugene. Two of Marilyn's longtime students, Caroline Moore and Liz Coleman, nominated Marilyn as an Inspiring Mind, sharing that she keeps them inspired to embrace the movement of their bodies.

Oregon On The Record talks with Angela Ocana, Director of the Eugene Public Library, about the challenges faced by public libraries, including book challenges and budget cuts.

Oregon On The Record interviews Ada Limón, the U.S. Poet Laureate, about her role and recent projects. Limón discusses her signature project, "You Are Here," which includes an anthology of 50 poems and installations in seven national parks. She emphasizes the importance of poetry in education and its role in addressing complex environmental issues. Limón highlights her experience as the first Latina Poet Laureate and the significance of representation. She also shares her upcoming event in Cloverdale, Oregon, where she will engage with youth. The conversation underscores the interconnectedness of art and science, advocating for the integration of the arts in education.

This week on our quiz, every answer is a letter. Will Kate from Eugene be able to deliver or will these letters be lost in transit?

Oregon On The Record discusses the misuse of funds from Oregon's Measure 110, which decriminalized certain drug offenses and allocated funds for drug treatment programs. A Guardian investigation revealed that many counties are using these funds for law enforcement equipment and personnel instead of addiction services.