Problem Corner

Helping Mikey, Winter Giving, and a Fiery SeaAlaska Debate

Justin Miller’s Wednesday show mixed neighbor-to-neighbor help with spirited community talk. Mikey in Haines called seeking a ride to the post office and a little Thanksgiving support as he prepares for treatment in Seattle; listeners also heard a request to donate winter clothing for local veterans, a birthday shout-out for Steven and Jordan Bennett, and a family searching for an old-school student desk. Justin promoted Saturday’s Karen & Sharon Food Drive at both IGA stores, reminded folks about Public Market and winter driving safety, and unveiled a playful new “wrap-up” jingle for long calls. On the phones, callers debated SeaAlaska (7(i)/7(j) revenue sharing, free-speech concerns, and investment priorities), urged civility, floated ideas like elder housing and services, and touched on broader topics (ICE, National Guard). A caller also found Justin’s missing snare at The Alaskan, and another sought leather patch sewing and a dual-cassette/CD boombox.

Veteran's Day Problem Corner

On this Veteran's Day host Justin Miller fields calls on shout outs of Friends and Family veterans, as well as on Alaskan history with Veterans.

Winter Care, Safer Roads, and Community Help

Justin Miller (with guest co-host Devon Stickler) fielded a wide range of community calls: Mikey in Haines offered house/dog-sitting while candidly sharing his ongoing chemo battle; Tlingit & Haida announced sign-ups for Elders’ Winter Care Packages. Listeners chatted winter’s approach, a quick Bruce Springsteen “Glory Days” trivia giveaway, and classifieds (Traeger grill set, free treadmill, 200 movies). Public safety topics included the seasonal 45 mph zone by Fred Meyer and ideas to fix the Egan/Fred Meyer intersection (roundabout vs. new light). Callers weighed in on food security amid SNAP issues (food bank/WIC suggestions and a business-margins rebuttal), cruise ship graywater and ferry service concerns, plus well-wishes for a young crash victim.

Tuesday Check-Ins, First Friday plans, and a flurry of buy/sell

Justin Miller hosted a wide-ranging Problem Corner: Mikey in Haines opened his calendar for house/pet-sitting and cleaning (Nov–Jan). Several callers flagged recent safety concerns downtown and thanked librarians and warming-shelter staff for stepping in. We got a quick history bite on Killisnoo/“hooch,” a listener quiz (Eisenhower last GOP prez to lower the national debt), and a positivity reset. Justin also spotlighted First Friday arts—including a donation-based Spooky Social Dance at Raven Yoga Shala this Sat Nov 7, 7–10:30pm (lesson 7:15–8). Wrap-up included a free treadmill offer and lots of classifieds.

Sunny Monday Swap—History bites, bedbug warnings, and lots of buy/sell

Ben Brown hosted a brisk Monday (Nov 3) Problem Corner with sunshine, winter-prep reminders, and a stack of community calls: help for Mikey in Haines, a new Douglas Post Office thrift store tip, multiple bedbug cautions (plus a DIY kit for sale), elder holiday care packages via Tlingit & Haida, and plenty of classifieds (cars, scooter, movies, kittens, bus tokens). A caller also shared how Point Retreat got its name. Speed-limit reminder: 45 mph seasonal zone near Fred Meyer is in effect; snow possible Sunday.