KMXT Blog

Trinity is back!

2011-06-14T14:35:00.001-08:00

Trinity hard at it in the vinyl stacks.

Trinity is back!

2011-06-14T13:53:00.000-08:00

Many thanks to all of our supporters

2011-05-18T10:35:00.000-08:00

KMXT supporters come in all shapes and sizes, as does their support. I just wanted to say "Thank You" for supporting Community Radio here in Kodiak! Lots of folks called in their pledges of support and helped us reach our $35,000 goal. Thank you to everyone who helped here at the station, phone volunteers, on-air volunteers, baked goods providers, MyFive interviewers, and certainly MyFive interviewees! Stay tuned to the website, as we'll be posting those interviews soon for your listening pleasure.
It's the busy season here in Kodiak, be sure to check the KMXT Community Calendar when you're looking for something to do, or if you're looking to schedule something. Then send us an email at psa@kmxt.org and we'll get your event on the calendar, and on the air. I'm pretty stoked about the Sallie Ford and the Sound Outside show that's coming up on the 29th. If you haven't heard their music, check out www.sallieford.com and get acquainted. Listen for cuts from the album on KMXT as well!
Thanks for listening, and thanks for supporting!
Matthew T

Back to regular logging! And occasional blogging!

2011-03-29T14:30:00.000-08:00

Hey there awesome listeners and readers ... both near and far!
It was an arduous two weeks, but we're done with this round of the super-detailed playlist logging. Thanks to all of the awesome on-air volunteers who went the extra mile and filled out song names, start times, duration, composer, artist, album, and record label for every song that went out over the airwaves (and internet stream). I'm currently in the process of getting all of that info put into a spreadsheet to send off to the powers-that-be. Then the artists can get their royalties!
I do enjoy knowing that we have the ability here at KMXT to play some lesser-known artists, artists that are just getting started, or artists that we may have forgotten about and get to hear again for the first time! I believe that our local programming is some the best I've heard. It's nice to have music lovers choosing the music we play. The variety and quality of tunes (and sometimes not tunes) on the radio make Kodiak a nicer place to live. Thank you for your continued support of Public Radio in Kodiak, Alaska. KMXT 100.1 FM!

Other goodness that's going around:
Weddings
Congratulations to Andy Schroeder and Betsy Lund, who were married in Hawaii last week. Andy is a long-time volunteer here, and Betsy is a member of our Community Advisory Board. I consider them both good friends, and couldn't be happier! So when you see them next, give them a hearty congratulations!

Kodiak High School
Tune in Thursday evenings, just before the Island Messenger, and listen to In The Know, produced in the studios of KMXT by the Kodiak High School Student Council, where miracles happen... every day! Each week, Isaac and John and special guests deliver a insightful and humorous glimpse at the hip-happenings of Kodiak High School. A recap of the past week, a segment on current goings-on, and a look ahead to next week's events! Last week's show mentioned the possibility of Student Council members assuming crossing guard shifts, and just this morning, there they are helping the youngers across the street! We've got some genuinely good young folks here in Kodiak. We ask the fellas to keep the show to around 7 minutes, but if you want to hear the extended director's cut each week, check it out on their Facebook page. Just click here: KHS In The Know Radio Facebook Page. While you're there, "Like" their page and give them some constructive feedback! And of course tune it in on KMXT 100.1 FM every Thursday night at 7 p.m.

Volunteer Training
The next volunteer training will be set up a little bit differently. We're going to try and do it for 2 Saturdays, to try and make it available for folks who can't come on weeknights. So set aside April 16 and 23 and get your on-air volunteer training on! Then the following Saturday, April 30, will be more information than you thought you'd want to know regarding the iMac and more specifically, MegaSeg. Shoot me an email at matthew@kmxt.org, or call me at 486-3181 if you'd like to get in on any of this goodness.

I've probably gone on too long already, so I'll sign off. Have a lovely day!

Updates!

2011-01-13T11:54:00.000-09:00

The Christmas tree and all the trappings are down. :(
Now to get going with 2011!
The music that had been on the NEW MUSIC shelf for a while (several months) is now in the general stacks. All of the new cds that were accumulating in my drawer are now on the NEW MUSIC shelf. There is much goodness in there. There is also much good stuff in the big library. I previewed alot of the cds on their way to the library, and there are some gems in there. On top of the CD Exchange drawers, there is a pile of the paper releases that come with the new cds. Feel free to look through those to get a glimpse of what we've received. Of course, feel free also to come in anytime and preview new music (or old music) at the listening station.

New Music at KMXT - Come take a listen!

There is a Volunteer Training Class beginning next Tuesday, January 18, at 6 p.m. Tell your friends!
Do you have a favorite shift? Are there any shifts you shy away from? Let me know what I can do to make your time here as rewarding and energizing as possible. My phone line and email are always open! Thank you each for your continued support of KMXT and providing top-notch music to the Kodiak community!
Matthew T

Spotlight 01/05/2011 - Tapes 'n Tapes

2011-01-05T11:19:00.001-09:00

Coming up on today's Spotlight. We'll play as much as we can of the new album "Outside" from Tapes 'n Tapes. Tune in for the news at noon, and keep it locked for some music.

Happy New Year

2011-01-03T14:09:00.004-09:00

Let me first thank everyone for making 2010 an awesome year here at KMXT. It is a privilege and an honor for me to get to participate in this station, and I really can't say enough about the positive role I believe KMXT plays in the Kodiak community. I'm certainly looking forward to all 2011 has in store for the volunteers, the station and the community!
It was suggested to me several years ago that in lieu of making resolutions for the new year, a more affirmative alternative is to look back on the coming year as though it were New Year's Eve of the following year. So I'm jumping ahead to December 31, 2011 and reflecting on what a good 2011 we had.
KMXT's Volunteers came out swinging in 2011!
From day one of this year, the On-Air Volunteers were in top form. We trained a record number of new volunteers this year, and got lots of additional production training for veterans. We're solidly into producing awesome local programs for HD-2 and HD-3, and KMXT 100.1 FM is thriving with stronger-than-ever shows. We even had a music show get picked up nationally! Well played!

KMXT's 35th Year one for the record books!
Building on the momentum of our Fall/Winter 2010 Membership drive, KMXT's fund raising efforts in 2011 have been the best we've ever seen. More segments of the community are taking pride and ownership in KMXT, and every day this year brought new ways of meeting our mission:
...to educate, entertain, enlighten and empower the public; to foster a deeper understanding of events, ideas and cultures in a fair and responsible manner; to provide a communications and emergency link; and to encourage public participation in this mission...
Thanks to everyone for participating!
The historic programming during the year was excellent. It was super cool to hear snippets from our history as a station as well as our history as a community.
We had top-billed entertainers stop by the station and perform live, in addition to their shows in town. Pam's tour with Lindsey Buckingham was a smashing success!
KMXT's News team at the top of their game!
The KMXT News Team continues to be unstoppable. Jay, Jacob, and Maggie received many accolades and awards from their fellow broadcasters and national news organizations, not to mention Jay's Nobel Peace Prize and Jacob's Nobel Prize for Chemistry. And we get to hear them every day! The Alaska Fisheries Report celebrated its 25th year and continues to be a bright spot on radio stations across the state! And who could forget the news of the year, Jock-of-the-Rock won a Peabody Award! Well done guys!
Infinite thanks to YOU for making 2011 our best year yet!
This station doesn't happen without you. Thank you for all you do! Here's to a great 2012!

When you look back on this coming year, what do you see yourself and the station having accomplished? Post your thoughts in the comments below. Happy New Year!

This is the week between Christmas and New Year's Day.

2010-12-27T10:24:00.002-09:00

Greetings to you wonderful volunteers and readers of the volunteer blog.
Glancing down at the date of the previous entry to this blog, I notice it's been a few weeks. So here goes, getting back on track.
I'm still hearing about what a great fund drive we had, and how much people enjoyed folks' "Pick 5" songs. And thanks cannot be given enough to each person who supported us and continues to support public radio in Kodiak!
December has always been an important and enjoyable month for me. As I stated before, I love Christmas and the music that comes with that. That's been the case since childhood. More recently, however, my wife and I began our courtship in December several years ago, we were married in December, my nephew (the first of the immediate family) was born in December, and now 2 more birthdays are added. On December 12, my wife gave birth to our first two children. Aldous James and Ivy Adele were born at 8:31 and 8:32 a.m. respectively, a few weeks early, but healthy as can be. They went home together 2 days later. Many thanks to the doctors, nurses, and staff at PKIMC for taking such good care of Heather, Aldous, and Ivy. So that's where my focus has been the last 2 weeks. This experience has been a vivid example of how supportive and awesome this Kodiak community is. Thanks to everyone for everything!
Many thanks to Mike, Pam, Jay, Fred, Jacob, Maggie, and you, volunteer, for picking up my slack here at the station while I was gone. I'm glad to be back at my desk and looking forward to working with you to meet your goals as a volunteer. There's now a KMXT Volunteer Twitter feed (@KMXTVolunteers), so click on over and follow for short and sweet volunteer updates.

Happy Holidays to you and your friends and family!

Matthew T

Membership Drive Redux

2010-12-08T12:22:00.000-09:00

Wow!

That's about sums it up. This week was all kinds of fun and the pace was at times hectic. If you haven't checked out our Facebook page in the recent past (i.e. the last 7 days) do that now. There you'll find photos of all the folks who participated in our Pick 5, as well as their song list. Stay tuned to our website, all of the Pick 5 interviews will be put up there soon. This couldn't have been possible without our volunteers and the support of our listeners. I think we all heard some songs we haven't heard in a while (or ever), and it was a nice glimpse into the psyche of the Pickers.

December is shaping up to be a busy month! I suppose that's no surprise. Skate with Santa is coming up on Saturday, December 18, from 6 - 8 p.m. at the Baranof Ice Rink. Ron and Sally will once again be spinning some holiday tunes for your skating pleasure. I'm looking forward to it. Tell your friends, and have them bring their children. Let's make this the most well-attended Skate with Santa yet!

Matthew T

December 1

2010-12-01T11:24:00.000-09:00

Welcome December!
Seems like just yesterday it was November. I'm one of those people that love this time of year. I always have. Around the Martens household, in Pasadena, Texas in the 1980s, there was a rule that no holiday music could be played until Thanksgiving. I'm pretty sure my mom would have started playing the Carpenters Christmas albums around Halloween otherwise. So there's a special place in my heart for holiday music. The album that seems to have always started our season was Light of the Stable by Emmylou Harris.

As young children, my brother, sister, and I thought the cover was odd, but then we'd hear the pop and scratch of the needle settling into the groove, and that familiar tune of the first song on Side A: "Christmas Time's a Comin'" would flood our senses. This album and this song in particular have stayed at the forefront of my holiday music selection as I've progressed into adulthood. I bought the cd, and it had 3 additional tracks! Sweet.

Speaking of holiday music, it's beginning to trickle in here at the station. You can find it on the new music shelf in the studio, on the lower left corner. You'll know it by the red & green tape on the cds, and the little sign above it. :)

How about this Pick 5 train? The station has been a busy place, with lots of people coming in and going out, and meeting and mixing in the lobby. It's quite the example of "Getting to know KMXT" and how KMXT keeps us all connected. Wow! Folks have been donating their money to support what happens here, and we crossed the halfway point sometime yesterday! Our phone and on-air volunteers are donating that most valuable of resources: their time! Many thanks to you all for your continued investment in KMXT. Without you, this radio station doesn't happen! Keep up the good work, and here's to a happy holiday season!

Matthew T

First Day of the Winter Membership Drive

2010-11-29T14:24:00.000-09:00

It's been quite active around the station today!

Many thanks to all who have pledged today, in addition to all of the members who took advantage of the early pledge option. Congratulations to Peggy & Chuck Morris who won the 20,000 Alaska Airlines miles drawing for early pledgers. Be sure to pledge and pay to get into the 60,000 Alaska Airlines miles drawing that takes place after the membership drive wraps up.
There have been lots of fun and interesting "Pick 5" songs today. It's always interesting to hear what songs mean something to other folks around town. We've heard tunes ranging from Hank Williams to Nine Inch Nails. It is a truly eclectic group of folks who support your local public radio station. Including our excellent volunteers! Thank you for your continued dedication and support! Keep listening!
Matthew T

Space Age Pop Big Band

2010-11-26T10:56:00.004-09:00

Just received this album here at the station. Hope to hear it in a Spotlight soon, or maybe on another show. The debut album in Mr. Ho's Exotica for Modern Living album series. Stop by and take a listen.

Happy Thanksgiving

2010-11-24T09:23:00.002-09:00

Here we are, and it's the Wednesday preceding Thanksgiving. My hopes are that each volunteer has a most enjoyable Thanksgiving day. We're here at the station all day today, so stop on by and say hello. I look forward to putting a face with each name on the volunteer list. There are still plenty of spots available for phone volunteers next week. Answering the pledge phones is a fun way to get to talk to some fellow supporters of local public radio! Good times!
I grew up in Houston, Texas, and it was a public radio station there that I first heard Arlo Guthrie's epic "Alice's Restaurant". It was played in its entirety on Thanksgiving day. Thus began the Martens family's yearly listening to "Alice's Restaurant." And what to my wondering ears should appear... tomorrow afternoon on KMXT, we're broadcasting In Search of a Song, and Arlo Guthrie is a guest. He's also riding a float in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade tomorrow. So for a song that mentions the Thanksgiving holiday in passing, Arlo Guthrie has become a Thanksgiving institution. I don't mind. My dad and brother went to see Arlo Guthrie & Family in Houston and said it was one of the best shows they've seen. Have a Happy Thanksgiving, and don't litter.

Matthew T

2010-09-20T16:09:00.003-08:00

Thank you to KMXT’s 2010

Run the Rock Sponsors

Marathon Level

* Mack’s Sport Shop

* A Balanced Approach * Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center

* Kodiak Community Health Center * Kodiak Print Master

Half Marathon Level

* Kings Diner, Inc. * Creighton Chiropractic

10-K Level

* KANA * Kodiak Daily Mirror

5-K Level

* Cost Savers * Kodiak Marine Supply * Kodiak Athletic Club

* F/V Miss Gina * Clarion Company * Java Flats

* Kodiak Island Medical Associates * Kodiak Island Brewing

* Safeway * Healing Harbor Body Therapy, Ron Gibbs

* Alaska Food for Less * Wells Fargo * Jim Arneson, DDS

* Skinny Raven Sports

* Arctic Physical Therapy * Walmart

* Cactus Flats Natural Food Store * The Rookery

* Orion’s Mountain Sports * Kodiak Diesel Services

* Cy’s Sporting Goods * Linda Butrey, OTR/L

Volunteer of the Year, Ron Sears

2010-09-20T15:33:00.006-08:00

The Annual Meeting was a wonderful success. Thank you to Mrs. Kim and her staff for preparing another wonderful meal for the Kodiak Public Broadcasting Corporation membership. This is the 14th year the 2nd Floor has hosted our event.
Special recognition at the meeting went to Jim (Cowboy) Cobis, long time host of "The Peace Train" every Monday morning between 9 and 10 a.m. He will be relocating in the spring. Mark Herrick, on-air host and engineer extraordinaire was also thanked for his dedication and hard work. He has put in numerous hours working on our new HD program, being called in to help at all hours. Mark, Joe Stevens and Mike Wall have been working very hard to keep things going smoothly. We apologize for any gliches, the system is a work in progress.

Morning Announcer Mike Murray is moving on. He will be leaving the island and we wish him the best on his new island. Lori Siebe (me) is also moving on, heading south to spend time with family. I will be back on the island one day, and look forward to hosting a show every now and again then.

New to the staff, Jacob Resneck joins the news staff. Ron Sears is KMXT's Volunteer of the year for 2009. Ron serves on KMXT's Board of directors as well as filling in as host of Island Time and Jock of the Rock, this boy deserves a medal. Thanks Ron for your support of the station on the air and behind the scenes. (Pictured top Mike Murray and Bill BBQ masters at 2008 Run the Rock, Mark Herrick in the Engineering room at KMXT)

Present & Future KMXT Volunteers!

2010-09-08T09:43:00.003-08:00

KMXT Volunteer Kevin Andresen hosted a marathon show over the Labor Day Weekend.
He got some help from future volunteers:
ChellaRae, Lacey & Taylor! You GO GIRLS
(....and you too Kevin...) !

A big, giant, humongous thanks to the volunteers who pulled shifts over the Labor Day Weekend. And more big, giant, gargantuan Thanks also to all of the wonderful volunteers who helped make a big success of the KMXT Waffle booth at the State Fair! Its no small thing to give up your time to make Frito Pies for your public radio station.... KMXT is LISTENER POWERED!

Generous Sponsors of KMXT's 4th Annual Run the Rock Race

2010-09-01T17:15:00.001-08:00

MARATHON LEVEL

A Balanced Approach

Providence Kodiak Medical Center

Kodiak Print Masters

Mack’s

HALF-MARATHON LEVEL

Skinny Raven Sports

10-K LEVEL

Kodiak Daily Mirror

KANA

5-K LEVEL

Cost Savers Kodiak Athletic Club

F/V Miss Gina Clarion Company

Safeway Java Flats

Orion’s Kodiak Island Brewing Company

Wells Fargo The Rookery

If you would like to become a sponsor of the Run the Rock Race call KMXT at 486-3181, we would love to talk to you.

KMXT's 4th Annual Run the Rock Race

2010-08-31T16:13:00.005-08:00

Start training now for one of KMXT's healthiest fund raising events of the year! Not only do you support your favorite public radio station, you also are invited to a spaghetti feed the night before the race, a BBQ right after the race and you get a T-shirt* of your very own to commemorate the event! Sign up at 58 Degrees North, Kodiak Athletic Club, Orion's, at KMXT or online at:
http://kmxt.org/run_the_rock/

*Group rates do not include a t-shirt.

GOING AWAY SHINDIG for "DAT" This Sunday!

2010-08-20T13:50:00.002-08:00

PLEASE COME BY KMXT SUNDAY AT NOON
TO WISH "FARE WELL" TO "DAT"
of "DIS, DAT and D'OTHER" Fame!

DAT, aka Paul Smith has been a longtime Sunday afternoon favorite on KMXT and we'll miss his great humor and music on the airwaves as well as his involvement in the community.

Mike Wall will be BBQ'ing BRATWURST at KMXT Sunday (8/22) at noon.
Hope you can stop by!

THANK YOU PAUL!

Volunteers for KMXT table at USCG Welcome Event!

2010-08-02T15:22:00.003-08:00

Another BIG THANK YOU! to KMXT's WONDERFUL VOLUNTEERS!

Would you like the chance to support KMXT and welcome incoming USCG folks to Kodiak?
On Wednesday, August 11th from 1- 5 p.m. KMXT will have a table in the Coast Guard Gym
as part of the "Welcome Fair"~

We'd love to have you on-board to meet and greet, let folks know about our station
and help recruit volunteers for the station.

Please call Lori (a day or two ahead of the event) if you'd like to help set-up
a loverly KMXT welcome display!

Thanks so much!

Wes and Elisabeth Hanna are here for a visit!

2010-07-21T12:56:00.003-08:00

KMXT and Kodiak Mirror Alumnus Wes Hanna and his wife Elisabeth are in town! You are invited to a barbecue pot luck at the Nimetz Gazebo starting at 3:00 pm on Friday the 23rd of July. Elisabeth and Wes look forward to this chance to visit with friends. All are invited. Come for food fun games and dancing. Music provided by St. Innocents Academy. Bring a side dish to share, meat to grill, (grill provided), and a friend to enjoy the day. Stop by and just say hi or hang around for a while. Please feel free to pass this along to any and all who might be interested. For more information call Andrea Anderson at 486-2000

KMXT Your Public Radio Station!

2010-07-01T13:09:00.003-08:00

Nate and Josh Fitzgerald gearing up for their on-air shift at KMXT! Wearing the newest KMXT attire, in fine style.

PAAAAARTY!

2010-06-25T13:54:00.003-08:00

Please Join us THIS Saturday (June 26) at 6PM
for a GOING AWAY (sniff) SHINDIG~
in honor of Dave Boschee, Jared Griffin and Nick Barshay: a trifecta of talent!

PLEASE COME AND JOIN US IN SAYING
"THANKS" AND "HAPPY TRAILS" to these fine men!

We appreciate you so much and will miss you much too!

This potluck hootenanny takes place at KMXT~

Mr. Whitekeys Rescheduled for July 16th and 17th

2010-06-09T13:19:00.003-08:00

KMXT Presents Mr. Whitekeys and the Fabulous Spamtones: Whale Fat Follies, has been rescheduled for Friday July 16^th and Saturday July 17^th.

The show will be held at El Chicano’s Restaurant and Cantina. Ticket holders for the cancelled show may drop by the KMXT studios at 620 Egan Way to exchange tickets or receive a refund.

Tickets for the July show are available at KMXT, The Treasury and El Chicano’s. Thank you for your patience with this delay and we look forward to a great show in July.

HD2 and HD3 Increasing the programming on KMXT 100.1 FM + HD

2010-06-08T12:13:00.002-08:00

Click on the title of this article to go to the schedule of incredible programming now available on KMXT 100.1 HD2 and HD3! Once you pull up the schedule, just click on any show name to go directly to their site and get information about the program! It is amazing! Three Public Radio channels are now available here on Kodiak Island! Yes, you need an HD radio to hear these two new channels. Stop by the station to check out the radios we have available here, or order one via catalog or the internet. If you have questions, we would love to answer them. Give us a call at 486-3181 or stop by our offices at 620 Egan Way. Good listening

Rain or Shine, KMXT had Bear paw waffles!

2010-06-03T15:05:00.005-08:00

Thank you to all who helped out at the KMXT Crab Festival Booth. The theme "Rain or Shine" was very appropriate this year. As it is most years, actually. Don't forget the drawing for the HD radios from the Spring Fund Drive and the Round trip Alaska Airline tickets, Kodiak-Seattle will be on the air, Friday June 18th at 12:30.
You can still enter the drawing for the airline tickets! You receive one entry in the drawing for every $25 you donate to KMXT by Thursday, June 17th.

The Crab Festival is just around the corner!

2010-05-17T11:54:00.003-08:00

The Kodiak Crab Festival begins Thursday, May 27th and runs through Monday, May 31st. KMXT will be serving up our yummy Bearpaw Waffles again this year and we need your help!
Stop by the station or give Lori a call to sign up for a shift in the booth. Rather not be out in the public eye? there are on-air shifts to be filled too. I look forward to seeing or hearing from you soon! Let's hope for a sunny Crab Fest.

Mr. Whitekeys Shows Cancelled

2010-05-13T07:30:00.002-08:00

We just got some bad news: Mr. Whitekeys has to postpone his two concerts in Kodiak this weekend due to a family illness. Stay tuned to KMXT on how to get a refund for your tickets, or if you want to hold on to them for when the show will be rescheduled. We apologize for any inconvenience.

JOIN THE FUN VOLUNTEER FOR THE KMXT FUND DRIVE NOW!

2010-04-29T12:41:00.002-08:00

KMXT NEEDS YOU! The Fund Drive begins Monday, May 3rd stop by and sign up to help with phones, with call outs, have fun and be a part of your favorite radio station KMXT! Stop by 620 Egan Way or call 486-3181 now!

THANK YOU!

2010-04-23T15:54:00.003-08:00

Thank you to the following KMXT volunteers who braved weather and traffic to help our school kids safely cross the road this month!
Don Fox
Nick Szabo
Stephanie Love (As seen on the front page of the Kodiak Mirror)
Pat Szabo
Jeanette Blalock
Kate Loewen
Jim Cobis
Mike Rostad
Deb Engvall
Sally Troxell
Claudia Anderson
and Cecil Ranney
You all Rock! Thank you!

FreeForm Blogspot and FaceBook!

2010-04-22T14:09:00.004-08:00

Creator and host of "FreeForm", Mike Sirofchuck, has two new ways for you to be involved with the show. Check it out!

http://kmxtfreeform.blogspot.com/
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=116262848392201&ref=ts

Speaking of Winners!

2010-04-21T16:42:00.005-08:00

You can be an all around winner when you renew or become a new member of KMXT!
KMXT's Spring On-Air Fund Drive begins Monday, May 3rd. Receive one Alaska Airlines Milage plan mile for every dollar you give to KMXT and be entered in a drawing for 2 Round Trip tickets to Seattle.

Double your chances to win the tickets by paying your pledge before the Fund Drive starts. Go to http://kmxt.org/ and hit the donate now button, stop by 620 Egan Way and pledge in person or give us a call at 486-3181. for every $25 you give you will be entered twice in the drawing. Pledge after May 2nd and you will get 1 entry for every $25. As always you will receive one Alaska Airline mile, for every dollar you give to KMXT.
Be a part of this win, win situation! You could win 2 RT tickets Kodiak - Seattle, and you definately win the great feeling you get from supporting your favorite public radio station, KMXT!

KMXT ComFish Raffle Winners!

2010-04-19T11:08:00.003-08:00

Thank you to all the KMXT volunteers who helped man the KMXT ComFish Booth and to all those who stopped by to say hello and learn about the new exciting stuff going on at KMXT. Here is a list of the winners in the drawing.

One of three Soft Shell Grunden Coats and Eat Fish Caps from Kodiak Marine Supply
1. Marty Owen
2. Laura Johnson
3. Cecil Ranney
iLuv HD Radio: Marilyn Davidson
Mustang Personal Flotation Device from Kodiak Marine: Tom Kjera
Pair of Mr. Whitekeys Tickets: Jim Cobis
George Foreman Grill From Sutliff's True Value Hardware: Elinor Poll Ramos
Thank you for your support!

KMXT Presents: Mr. Whitekeys "The Whale Fat Follies"

2010-04-14T13:46:00.002-08:00

Back by popular demand: Mr. Whitekeys "The Whale Fat Follies"! Two shows at El Chicano's Restaurant and Cantina, Friday May 14th and Saturday May 15th! Both shows at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are available at El Chicano's, The Treasury Downtown on the Mall and KMXT for $25 each.

KMXT Radio Kodiak Alaska

2010-03-19T13:47:00.004-08:00

KMXT is now officially on Facebook! Check it out and become a fan. We are populating the page with awesome pictures, event information and more. Stay informed about the latest happenings at KMXT. Plus we want your feedback about, well, whatever you would like to give us feedback about. Keep it tuned to KMXT 100.1 FM and thanks for listening.

Pinoy Radio, On the air with Jun

2010-03-18T17:02:00.001-08:00

Farewell Party at KMXT for Board President Lisa Polito

2010-03-16T16:48:00.006-08:00

Lisa we hate to see you go! But we understand, your new job and being close to family makes your move to good to pass up. Thank you for all you have done for KMXT over the years as an on-air host, volunteer and more recently as Board President. We all wish you and Bill the best in your new endeavors. Everyone is invited to join us Wednesday March 17th at 6:00 p.m. here at KMXT, to say Aloha to Lisa and Bill.

St. Mary's 5th Graders Record Essays

2010-03-12T17:04:00.002-09:00

A group of 5th Graders from St. Mary's stopped by the KMXT studios Wednesday to record essays they wrote on the topic of the American Dream. General Manager, Mike Wall provided production assistance for the group. You will be able to hear the essays, in the near future on the KMXT website. Excellent job kids!

It Is Good To Be Back On The Rock!

2010-03-11T10:26:00.003-09:00

Spring time in Alaska, it isn't shorts weather but it beats living with the crowds. Thank you to all who helped out while I was away. Nick Barshay, you are awesome! My trip has made me appreciate the little things, the big things, well everything. So this wintery weather is not so bad. I am also reminded of what an incredible station we have here. Kodiak being the small town that it is, offers you a unique opportunity to be a part of your Public Radio Station. Stop by and say hello, whether you have been a volunteer for years, months, weeks or not yet, we would love to see you. Located at 620 Egan Way, right next to the High School, our doors are almost, always, open. Volunteers check out the Volunteer schedule for the latest shifts available. I look forward to hearing from you all soon. Thanks again to everyone for your help while I was away. It is good to be back. Lori

Open Shows

2010-03-08T13:30:00.002-09:00

Lori is expected back on Wednesday.

Thank you to those of you who have signed up for air time, Mike S, Nate and Josh, Tia, and Kevin.

We still have open shows this week if you are looking for some on air time.

Morning show is open for Tuesday and Wednesday

Friday Night Rock and Roll

Saturday Morning Classical

Enchanted Island

Saturday Afternoon

Variety Hour

Thanks for all of your help.
Our On-air Volunteers make KMXT special.

Week of March 8

2010-03-05T08:15:00.002-09:00

Hey Volunteers:

Lori is still out of town, so we need your help to fill open board shifts.
If you are looking to get some on air time, this is a great opportunity.

The morning show from 9-10 is open Tuesday through Friday, great shift if you have limited time, only one hour, or are available in the morning.

Spruce Tip Brew is open Wednesday Evening (7-9).

There is no Meeting on Thursday, so we have an open format, if you have that special show that you've always wanted to air (7-9).

Friday Night Rock and Roll is Open for anyone who wants to kick out the jams. (9-midnight)

Saturday Help is definitely appreciated
Early Classical (6-9 am)
Enchanted Isle (9-noon)
Afternoon Board Shift (noon-3)
Variety Hour ((3-6)

E-mail Lori if you can help, or drop by the station and sign up on the control room door calendar.
We Really appreciate your help.

Thank you.

Winter Olympics Begin February 12th

2010-02-08T14:08:00.004-09:00

Check this out, it is the website for Team USA.  Read on:

On February 12, the world will gather to watch top athletes from around the globe compete in the Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver. Athletes from Team USA, who have been training their entire lives will take the stage to represent our country. I'm writing with the hope that you could share the news about Team USA with the readers of Kmxt Volunteer Blog.

Anyone who registers on Teamusa.org will have access to the latest info and will receive exclusive updates throughout the games. I've put all that information including some very cool Team USA widgets and banners into this social media news release here:

http://teamusanews.org

SUNDAY JANUARY 31st

2010-01-29T14:31:00.003-09:00

In Memory of Mimi Rosenn 3-16-1948 to 1-11-2010

2010-01-11T14:51:00.005-09:00

Mimi Rosenn was KMXT's 2009 Volunteer of the Year! Mimi went above and beyond in giving her time to the station over the past few years. As host of Thursday Night Classical, The World Show and filling in where ever needed, she was wonderful. On her own initiative Mimi organized the World Music Library, into a DJ friendly order. It is so much easier to find specific music in The World Music library now. Thank you Mimi for your dedication and commitment to KMXT, you are AWESOME!

Mimi you will be missed.

On-Air Volunteer Training at KMXT

2010-01-08T12:12:00.004-09:00

KMXT ON-AIR Volunteer Training

begins February 2nd!

Is 2010 the year you will go on the air with KMXT?

On-air Training begins Tuesday, February 2nd and runs through Saturday, February 20th.

Learn about radio production, music and broadcasting.

To sign up stop by the KMXT Studios at

620 Egan way, call Lori at 486-3181

Joe Stevens, you really know how to light up a room!

2009-12-30T09:18:00.004-09:00

I don't know what we would do with out station Engineer Joe Stevens. He keeps KMXT on the air and running. Thank you Joe, for all you do.

Is There a White Elephant in the House?

2009-12-18T13:32:00.006-09:00

The KMXT Christmas Party was a blast! Volunteers, Board members, Staff and their families gathered for an evening of good food, good company and White Elephants? Thank you for all you do and Happy Holidays everyone.

KMXT ANNUAL SKATE WITH SANTA

2009-12-15T11:39:00.005-09:00

LOANER SKATES WILL BE AVAILABLE THIS YEAR!
You are invited to KMXT’s Annual Skate with Santa, Saturday December 19^h from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Baranof Park Skating Rink. Hot Chocolate, door prizes, carols with Canta Dolce (can-ta dole-chey) , and Skating with Santa. KMXT is hosting this Free community event with support from the City of Kodiak Parks and Recreation Dept., Kiwanis, and Skaters Edge For more information call 486-3181
Tune in to KMXT between 6 and 8 p.m. for special Skate with Santa Christmas programming with Ron and Sally.

Pick, Click and Give to Kodiak Public Broadcasting Corporation

2009-12-14T18:03:00.002-09:00

This January you will have a unique opportunity to support non-profits in Alaska, and in Kodiak. Pick-Click and Give!

If you are reading this blog, KMXT means something special to you.

The Kodiak Public Broadcasting Corporation is one of the non-profit organizations listed in the Pick-Click and Give section of the 2010 Permanent Fund Dividend application.

It is our hope you will consider using this fundraising opportunity to help support KMXT, the public radio station for Kodiak, Alaska. Your public radio station.

We depend on your support to keep KMXT your current and viable source for local news and great programming.

Pick-Click and Give in 2010 to the Kodiak Public Broadcasting Corporation. thank you for listening and thank you for your support.

Peter Mulvey In Concert

2009-11-30T13:58:00.005-09:00

KMXT Presents: Peter Mulvey in concert at El Chicano's!
Tuesday December 8th at 7:00 p.m. Enjoy an intimate night of incredible music from the award winnning singer songwriter. If you've experienced one of his previous Kodiak concerts, you know what a treat his shows are. Enjoy the El Chicano's location to make it a real "Night Out"! Come early for dinner, then sit back and enjoy the music and banter of this remarkable musician.

Peter's last tour "The Long Haul" included an 1,100 mile bicycle ride for he and his opening act. Tickets are $25 and are available at KMXT and The Treasury.
(Ticket price is for show only, dinner is not included.)

Tis The Season To Be Jolly, Fa La La, La La, La La, La La

2009-11-24T16:57:00.005-09:00

Thank you, Bonnie Dillard and her Art Club Students, Taylor Heflin, Akiyo Kishimoto and Tatiana Yakinak, for bringing a bit of Holiday Cheer to KMXT!

What a Great Group!

2009-11-15T20:33:00.005-09:00

Smiling faces at the KMXT Fund Drive training. Thank you all for doing such a great job. From left to right, in the back row: Fred Hawley, Jody Carman, Nick Barshay, Jim Spillane and Mike Fricerro. Second Row: Cheryl Nugent, Cece Esparza, Gavine Spillane. And in the front row: Shellarae Nugent, Roberta Austring, Lacey Nugent, Kim Spillane, Lisa Polito, Mike Wall and Paul Kubena.
Check out some of Kodiak's talented musicians in our studio. From left to right, Skylar, Andy Edgerly, Jane Eiseman, Greg Egle and our own Jim Peterson. Thank you everyone for you support.

Thank You For Your Support of KMXT!

2009-11-15T20:29:00.003-09:00

WHAT! You didn't pledge yet? Pledge and pay before December 4th and you get entered into the drawing for 60,000 Alaska Airline Miles! The more you pledge, the more entries you get. One entry for every $25! So what are you waiting for, PLEDGE NOW!

Pizza and KMXT T Shirts

2009-11-02T16:28:00.003-09:00

Tuesday November 3rd, at 5:30 p.m. Pizza Fund Drive Training for everyone! Wear your favorite KMXT Attire for a group picture. Join in the fun only a Fund Drive can bring. See you Tuesday.

New On-Air Volunteer Training Starts Tomorrow! Join the Fun!

2009-10-26T12:28:00.003-08:00

THE NEXT SESSION OF ON-AIR VOLUNTEER TRAINING BEGINS OCTOBER 27th!

IF YOU WANT TO LEARN ABOUT RADIO PRODUCTION, MUSIC, AND BROADCASTING, NOW IS THE TIME!

SESSIONS WILL RUN TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS THRU NOV. 7th

SPANISH SPEAKING HOSTS ARE ALSO NEEDED.

CALL LORI AT 486-3181

OR STOP BY KMXT AT 620 EGAN WAY FOR INFORMATION AND TO SIGN UP.

New Date and Location for Run the Rock Race

2009-10-12T15:32:00.005-08:00

Because of the extent of damage to the Anton Larson Road and Golf Course the race date and route has been changed.

It will be held this Saturday October 17^th with the Race Starting at the VFW in Monashka Bay the route will go out to White Sands and back. The race will begin at 10 a.m. with the 5K walk/run beginning at 12:30. Due to course issues the Marathon will not be run. Sign ups will begin at 9:30 a.m. at the VFW.

The BBQ and awards Ceremony will be held immediately following the race at the VFW lodge. There will not be another spaghetti feed. If you were going to help with the race and are available to help this Saturday give us a call at 486-3181.

Thank you for your patience and we look forward to seeing you on Saturday October 17th for the Run the Rock Race at the VFW. And a big thank you to the VFW for allowing KMXT to use thier facility for this event.

Come Run or Walk the Rock With Us!

2009-09-25T13:29:00.001-08:00

Support KMXT get some fresh air and exercise too! Run if you like or take a walk with the 5K. BBQ following the race for participants and their families at the Bear Valley Golf Course Club House. SEE YOU THERE!

KMXT's Volunteer of the Year

2009-09-21T12:05:00.004-08:00

Mimi Rosenn is KMXT's 2009 Volunteer of the Year! Mimi has gone above and beyond in giving her time to the station over the past few years. As host of Thursday Night Classical, The World Show and filling in where ever needed, she is wonderful. On her own initiative Mimi organized the World Music Library, into a DJ friendly order. It is so much easier to find specific music in The World Music library now. Thank you Mimi for your dedication and commitment to KMXT, you are AWESOME!

ALOHA!

2009-09-09T12:06:00.003-08:00

Island Time Creator and Host Russ Josephson and Vera Benedek are leaving the island. We want to bid them Aloha and wish them the best as they travel to a new, warmer island, Kuai. There will be a farewell potluck for Russ, Vera and Sonny the radio dog, here at the station on Saturday Oct. 3rd from 6 to 10 p.m. For more information call 486-4618

Fall is Falling!

2009-09-09T11:34:00.002-08:00

Thank you to everyone who helped out on the air and at the State Fair Booth! You guys are awesome! After a quick, unplanned trip to the lower 48 I'm back. My father, thank goodness, is doing well. He gave the family quite a scare but is now on the road to recovery.

There is much to do now tham I'm back. I would love to hear from you, on-air volunteers. Let me know what shows you would like to host. If all our volunteers came in for one or two shifts a month, everything would be covered! Let's do that, call me. 486-3181 is the number to call.

The Annual Membership Meeting is Saturday September 19th at the 2nd Floor Restaurant. Not a member? You can sign up at the door. Mrs. Kim and family provide a wonderful meal for the event, Board Members are elected and reports given at this annual meeting. Come in and learn about your public radio station.

The Run the Rock Marathon takes place on Saturday October 10th. Stop by and sign up for the Marathon, Half Marathon or 5 K. With the cost of entry you get: a spaghetti dinner on Friday night at the Rondezevous, a T-shirt and BBQ after the race at the Golf Cours Club House. Plus the fun of the event and it all is to support KMXT. What a great way to spend the day I hope to see you there. We can also use volunteer help in a variety of ways. Call the station if you would like to help out.

OK That is it for now. It is good to be back and I look forward to talking to you soon!

Twitter Open

2009-07-08T17:28:00.005-08:00

OK I'm giving this Twitter thing a try. If you want to get information via this medium, sign on. It will be a learning experience. If you have any advice or suggestions for ways to use this, let me know.

Do You?

2009-07-06T11:46:00.002-08:00

Do you Twitter or Facebook? I will join the 21st Century soon, ha. If you would like to see the KMXT Volunteer information in either or both of these ways, let me know. I want to get information out to our volunteers and anyone interested in KMXT, with the best means possible. So let me know, do you?

Summer On-Air Volunteer Class begins July 16th!

2009-06-23T13:06:00.001-08:00

Welcome Diana Gish, the newest member of the KMXT Staff

2009-06-19T15:35:00.003-08:00

Diana Gish and her three sons Max, Owen and Sam just got to Kodiak a week ago. Diana has jumped in with both feet, in her first report she not only covered the story, she became part of it! Congratulations Diana on your Soap Box Derby win over KVOK's race entrant JR!
We are glad to have you here at KMXT and from the look of things you will fit right in. Diana joins the staff as News Reporter, she has worked with Alaska public radio before.

Lucy Kaplansky In Concert

2009-06-01T11:03:00.003-08:00

Thank you to everyone who stopped by the KMXT booth at Crab Fest, checked out our Bear buddies and purchased a tasty Bearpaw Waffle. If you didn't get to try one at the Crab festival look for them at the State Fair and Rodeo, they are YUMMY! Next up is a great concert on Tuesday June 16th. Both artists, Lucy Kaplansky and Emily Kurn, are exceptional talents and we are lucky to have them performing right here in Kodiak!

What's This?

2009-05-14T13:31:00.001-08:00

Meet the newest member of the KMXT team at the CRAB FESTIVAL BOOTH!

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!

2009-05-11T10:32:00.004-08:00

KMXT Volunteers are AWESOME! To everyone who did an air shift, came in as a guest, answered phones, manned the Safeway Table, renewed your membership or became a NEW MEMBER of KPBC, THANK YOU!
We couldn't do it without you! We are within a couple thousand dollars of our Spring goal of $28,000, so will be wrapping up the Fund drive soon.
A special thanks to Walt Davis, Ron Sears, The Himelblooms, Eric and Rainey Sundheim, Joe Stevens, Paul Smith, Kim and James Spillane and Paul Kubena for producing some great pitches for the fund drive. It is a lot of fun and I know everyone will want to do some next time :)
When the fund drive is over we will announce the Volunteer host winners of the 5,000 Alaska Airline miles. Thanks again for everything, and if YOU haven't made your pledge to KMXT yet, NOW IS THE TIME!

Sustainability and More!

2009-04-27T11:37:00.004-08:00

I hope to see all volunteers here, Saturday May 2nd at 1:00 here at the KMXT Studios for Pizza and to organize for the Fund Drive

We need your support! This Fund Drive's theme is "Sustainability". The Fund Drive starts on Monday May 4th. We have a few pre drive spots recorded but would love more. We would love spots for during the drive, as well as thank yous for after. Stop by the station this week, we can get you recorded and on your way to producing an awesome spot. At the meeting Saturday as well as yummy Big Al Pizza, Fred will have information on structuring your show around the theme, and incorporating great tips and ideas on Sustainability with your pitches. We look forward to educating our listeners on how to help the environment, themselves and KMXT all at the same time!! How awesome is that.
Do you know someone who would like to be a guest and talk about sustainability on KMXT. Bring them in as a guest on your show or call Fred if they want to come in at a different time, to schedule.
There are a lot of volunteer shows open during fund drive week so pick what you want, get psyched and help KMXT "get er done!" :)

The Volunteer Calendar is back on track, if you ignore the first blank squares? I have the weeks of the 27th and May 4th up. Check it out and let me know what show you would like to do.

I really look forward to hearing from you all. Pizza and sustainability, Saturday May 2nd at 1:00 I hope to see everyone here!!! If your not on the air I hope you will record a pitch, answer phones etc... THANK YOU!

Spring On-Air Fund Drive Just Around The Corner

2009-02-26T10:02:00.005-09:00

Here it is almost March! Days are getting longer, it is a wonderful thing. Along with more sunshine comes Spring activities here at the station. We have Crossing Guard Shifts the week of April 6th. Please stop by and sign up for a shift or two if you possibly can.
Monday, May 4th is the kick off for our 2009 spring Fund Drive. Volunteers are a huge part of our fund drives. We ask that you come in and give us your all! We will be recording pre-drive spots and pitches to play during the drive.
Put on your creative thinking caps,(like General Manager, Mike Wall) and join in the fun. We have samples you can listen to for ideas, then, the sky is the limit. Bring in a friend for a testimonial or goofy skit, you decide.
And check out the information on the Control Room door about Click and Clack. It could happen to you! Stop by or call soon and thanks for all you do.

February: New Volunteers and a Concert

2009-02-09T16:41:00.005-09:00

February has been another busy month at KMXT. There is a great new bunch of volunteers on the air! I want to welcome: Erica Thompson, Andrew Schmitt, Paul Kubena, Laura Slater, Roberta Austring, Hunter Ruesler, Andrew Brown, James and Kim Spilliane, Shelly Egle, and Walter Davis to the airwaves.

Walter Trout will be in concert here in Kodiak. I was fortunate enough to see him perform solo in Bellingham Washington a few years ago, he is great! He is bringing his band with him for this show. Two Smoke Free nights at the Renezveous as a fundraiser for KMXT. February 19th and 20th.

On-Air Volunteer Training

2008-12-04T09:25:00.004-09:00

Is 2009 the year you are going to go on the air with KMXT?

On-air Training begins Thursday, January 15th 2009.

Mark your calendars classes will be held:
Thursday nights from 6 to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday mornings 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
and/or Tuesday Mornings 8:30 to 10:00 a.m.

Tuesday Mornings maybe an option for those who cannot attend at other times.
If you want to be on the air, KMXT wants to help you achieve that goal.

If you know someone who would like to go through the training also, please tell them about the class. Stop by and fill out an application anytime before the class or just come in on the night of the first class.

Thank you so much for your interest and I look forward to working with you in 2009.

Lori Siebe
Volunteer coordinator

Another Great Concert Scheduled for Kodiak to Enjoy!

2008-11-21T15:12:00.004-09:00

If you had the opportunity to attend the Peter Mulvay/Patty Larkin Concert at the Orpheum, you got to experience the quality accoustics of the theater and some incredible music. It went so well at that venue that Rusty has agreed to let KMXT hold another concert at the Orpheum. The convenient location, availability of snacks (he opened the concession stand for us) and a great show what better way to spend a December evening.

Marshall Crenshaw is a legend in the world of music and Dan Berns is an incredible talent. Both will be performing on Tuesday night December 2nd at 7:oo p.m. Tickets are $25 and are available here at KMXT, Downtown at the Treasury or at the Orpheum on the night of the concert. Should be a great show and we hope to see you there!

And the Winners Are!

2008-10-29T13:34:00.003-08:00

What an incredible Fund Drive! Fiscal and Physical Health was the theme and members seemed to be thrilled with the Apple a Day Level! Listening to KMXT programing keeps you healthy, like an apple a day! Thank you to everyone who made a pledge to the station.

I want to announce the volunteer winners of the 5,000 Alaska Airline Miles.

For the most new members during thier show:
Leigh Thomat with 2 new members during her Tuesday Morning Show

Jim Cobis with the most money brought in during his show "Peace Train"

and a special award to Jim Peterson who's show "The Acoustic Music Hour" has consistently brought in the most pledges during our fund drives: a Digital Radio.

Thank you to all the volunteers who did such an incredible job for KMXT on the air, answering phones and at the Safeway Table. You are all AWESOME!

The concert at the Orpheum was AMAZING. What a fun venue an intimate setting with popcorn, very cool. Patty Larkin and Peter Mulvey are wonderful, they are both so talented and gracious.

So thank you all for the successful Fund Drive and remember you can become a member of KMXT ANYTIME.

How to win 5,000 Alaska Airline Miles and More!

2008-10-10T15:10:00.003-08:00

OK I mentioned the Fund Drive coming up on October 20th and that we are focusing on increasing our Membership and visiblity. They go hand in hand, the more people who know about us and listen, the more who will want to become members. Plus for every $25 of their pledge everyone gets one chance at our Grand Prize of 60,000 Alaskan Air Miles. Pledges have to be paid before December 1st to qualify for an entry.

And there's more:

In my last article I talked about all KMXT members being entered in a special drawing if they bring in new members.

KMXT wants to do something special for our On-air volunteers during the Fund Drive. The host who brings in the most new members during thier shift will win 5,000 Alaska Air Miles! And the Host who brings in the most money during their shift will win 5,000 Alaska Air Miles! The Fund Drive schedule is posted on this site so take a look. If you would like to sign up for an air shift give me a call. Start talking to people now about becoming a member and have them call in when you are on the air. Remember this is the most "New Members" and the "Most money" So plan ahead and win those miles :)

Don't forget to celebrate the end of the Fund Drive:
Patty Larkin and Peter Mulvey will be performing as part of the KMXT concert series at the Orpheum Theater on Tuesday, October 28th. Two incredible artists in one show. Tickets are available now at KMXT. $25 per person.

Martha McKinney 1st Place Women's Marathon

2008-10-07T16:15:00.005-08:00

What a Weekend!

Run the Rock and The DUHKS all in one weekend, AWESOME!

Thank you to everyone who took part in both events, as participants, audience and volunteers. It was a very fun weekend. A list of all results can be found at KMXT.org

Marathon
1) Ethan Dwyer 3:39:25 1st in Men's
2) Martha McKinney 5:47:5 1st in Women's (See photo with route support team)

Half Marathon

1) Chad Pysher 1:26:52

5 Kilometer Race

1) Michael Gilbert 17:57.4

With the success of these two events behind us KMXT now moves on to the next events.

On October 20th we will kick off our On-Air Fall Fund Drive! Do you have friends who have listened to KMXT for years and are not members? Do you know people, new to the community, who may not have found us yet? Or has your membership lapsed and you need to renew?

We are focusing on increasing membership and visibility this fund drive. If you know someone who will call in and become a first time member, have them mention your name and you will be entered in a special drawing. You will get one entry for each membership you bring in. Cool huh? Ok, thats your challange, start thinking of people to mention this to and help KMXT grow stonger this fall. We are all in this together, thank you for your support.

I almost forgot the best part. To celebrate the end of the Fund Drive:

Patty Larkin and Peter Mulvey will be performing as part of the KMXT concert series at the Orpheum Theater on Tuesday, October 28th. Two incredible artists in one show. Tickets are available now at KMXT. $25 per person

KMXT Volunteer of the Year 2008

2008-09-22T11:44:00.005-08:00

Thank you to the Second Floor Restaurant and Mrs. Kim for another wonderful meal at the KPBC Annual meeting! The membership turnout was great, despite the sunshine. Welcome to new Board members Roberta Austring and Ron Sears.
The Volunteer of the Year for 2008 is Erin Harrington. Erin is a long time on-air volunteer, past Board member and spearheaded our newest Annual Fundraising event last year, The Run the Rock Marathon. The second Annual event will take place on October 4th. Thank you Erin, last year this event was KMXT's most profitable, single day event yet. Here is to another great year. In photo: Erin Harrington and "Jock of the Rock" Nick Sandin talk about "Run the Rock" on KMXT.

Mark Your Calendar!

2008-09-12T13:45:00.004-08:00

The Duhks are back!! If you want to be totally entertained and amazed by a group of young, high energy and talented musicians, this is your chance! And with an addmission of only $25 you can't afford not to see The DUHKS!
Family passes $75 for a family of 4, individuals $25. Tickets available, here at the KMXT studios or at the Treasury on the Mall. October 5th at the Geral C. Wilson Auditorium, open seating. Be there or be square :)

Volunteer Update

2008-08-08T17:15:00.004-08:00

As those of you who have done air shifts this week know, the DIGI is gone. Yup, gone, dead, caput! So we are beginning the transition to ENCO. Everyone is doing great with the new system and I want to thank all of you for being patient with it all. Stop by to find out about the changes if you haven't worked with it yet.

Congratulations to our own Wes Hannah on his recent wedding. All of us here, at KMXT wish Wes and Elizabeth the best. Unfortunately for us they will be leaving the island. Also leaving Josie Cooper, Laura Ranney have graduated from High School and are off to new adventures.

You have been hearing a couple familier voices on the air over the last week or so. James Brooks on leave from the service and Imy Dooley home from college for the summer have been filling in.

New volunteers on the air include Jeanette Blalock, Dan Raymond, Kelly Henderson and Andrew Brown.

As always there are shifts to be filled. I would love to hear from all of you to find out how your summer has been going and what shifts you want to sign up for now that fall is approaching.

The Rodeo and State Fair Booth has shifts available Noon to 2, 2 to 4 and 4 to 6 Saturday August 30th and Sunday August 31st. There is a sign up sheet is on the front counter at the station.

The third Saturday of September is the traditional date for the Kodiak Public Broadcasting Corporation Annual Meeting which will be September 20th this year. Held at the Second Floor this is our yearly event to inform members about the past year and on going projects for KMXT . New Board members are also elected to fill any vacating seats.

The weekend of October 4 is going to be a great one for KMXT!

Friday night October 3rd pre-race spaghetti feed at the Rendezveous. On Saturday October 4th it is the 2nd Annual "Run the Rock Marathon, 1/2 marathon and 5k walk run, Fundraiser for KMXT followed immediately with a BBQ and awards at the Golf Course Club House.
On Sunday October 5th THE DUHKS are back! The Grammy nominated band has played for us before and bring the Kodiak audience to their feet every performance. So clear your calendar for this weekend of fun, fresh air, excercise and great entertainment.

OK that is all for now.

New Run the Rock Web Address

2008-08-06T10:36:00.004-08:00

Things are under way for this years "Run the Rock" event, including the new web site. If you would like to sign up for the race go to the link http://www.kmxt.org/run_the_rock If you would like to volunteer to help with the event e mail Lori@kmxt.org.

There will be a pre-race registration and spaghetti feed at 6 pm at the Rendezvous on Friday, October 3rd. Attendance is required for those participating in the Half Marathon or Marathon.

The races will be run on Saturday, October 4th. The Marathon begins on the Coast Guard Base at 8 am. The Half Marathon begins at 10:30 am outside the Bear Valley Golf Course Club House. The 5K race begins at the same place at 12:30 pm.

A BBQ for all participants will follow the races that same afternoon.

AND SUNDAY OCTOBER 5TH "THE DUHKS" WILL BE PERFORMING IN CONCERT TO BENEFIT KMXT. MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THESE TWO AWESOME KMXT EVENTS. BE PART OF THIS FUN FILLED KMXT WEEKEND!

Lots of Shifts Available!

2008-07-22T14:37:00.016-08:00

The e-mail program is giving me fits again! So here is the latest shift openings. Please check the volunteer schedule also and let me know what shifts you would like to do. Thank you!

We need help with the "Acoustic Music Hour" Jim is Busy this summer and can't do every show. You can pre record it during the week, or record it live Saturday afternoon between 1 and 2. If you would like to help please
give me a call, 486-3181.

August 14th Thursday Meeting Night 6 to 9

August 15th Friday Oldies 6 to 9

August 16th Saturday
Early Morning Classical 6 to 9 a.m.
Noon Board Shift Noon to 3

August 17th Sunday Nite Lite 8 to 11 p.m.

Are you a Runner? KMXT could use your help with the 2nd Annual "Run The Rock" Race

2008-07-15T14:50:00.005-08:00

HELLO FELLOW RUNNERS AND SUPPORTERS OF RUNNING EVENTS! KMXT could use your help with organizing THE UPCOMING "RUN THE ROCK" Marathon

A note from KPBC Board Member Laura Creighton

After the surprising turnout and success of the Run the Rock Marathon last year, the members of the KMXT board are excited to get going on organizing this year's event. Unfortunately, many of the key players are not available this year, so we are putting out a call for assistance. We'd like insight on things that were successful and unsuccessful last year, as well as people with expertise and/or willingness in all aspects of race planning and race day support, including areas like timing, race marking, registration, road support and water stations.

On Wednesday, July 23, at 6:00, any and all interested people can join us at the radio station for a burger and hotdog grill-up and an organizaional meeting. The Run the Rock Marathon II is set for Oct. 4. Please contact me with any questions, 487-9798, or call the radio station 486-3181.

Lori's E-mail is Fixed!

2008-07-07T17:33:00.004-08:00

Thanks Joe!
My e-mail is working fine now.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
lori@kmxt.org

What are you doing 4th of July Weekend?

2008-06-11T12:16:00.008-08:00

KMXT Presents "Toubab Krewe" in concert!

Saturday July 5th at the Kodiak Fairgrounds!

Toubab Krewe, setting a new standard for fusions of rock 'n' roll and West African music. The band has added Kodiak to their Summer Alaskan Tour with a fundraising concert for Public Radio KMXT.
Gates open at 5:00 p.m. with BBQ and beverages from Kodiak Island Brewery available for purchase. Fun for the whole family.

The Kodiak Island Drummers open the show at 7:00 with Toubab Krewe at 7:45.
Admission $18 per person or $50 for a family of 4. Tickets available at KMXT, from Kodiak Drummers or at the Door. Check out this exciting new bands website at http://www.toubabkrewe.com/

Free shuttle bus will run from town for concert goers leaving KHS parking lot at 5 p.m. and 6:15 p.m. Leaves harbormaster at 5:10 p.m. and 6:25 returning to town at 10:15 p.m.
Call KMXT at 486-3181 for more information.

Congratulations Kodiak High School Graduates

2008-05-28T12:47:00.003-08:00

All of us here at KMXT wish the best to the graduating class of 2008! A special thank you to this group of Kodiak graduates, who made a positive impact at KMXT, as volunteers here during their High School years.

Kalsin Andresen
Josie Cooper
Brianna Gibbs
Michael Johnson
Merlyn Monage
Caleb Pruitt
Laura Ranney

THANK YOU AND CONGRATULATIONS!

Fund Drive and Crab Festival Behind Us

2008-05-26T20:46:00.002-08:00

Thank you to all who helped make our Fund Drive a success. We appreciate the continuing support of our renewing members and welcome those who are new!

Today was the last day of the 2008 Crab Festival, the 50th Anniversary of the event! What a wonderful weekend, thank you to everyone who helped out with the booth and food. We couldn't do it without you.

Now on to summer, vacation for the kids and better weather for us all. If Crab Fest was any indication anyway.

Volunteer hosts please contact me if you are going to be away this summer and take a look at the On- Air schedule to see what shifts you would like to fill. I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks for all you do. Enjoy the sunshine! Lori

KMXT Fund Drive in Full Swing

2008-05-06T09:49:00.003-08:00

Thank you to Mr. White Keys and Troupe! What an excellent Show! They had such a good time, they want to come back and see us again.

If you have been tuning in you know we have begun the On Air Fund Drive. We only have $18,000 to go to reach our goal. With the new internet pledging capabilities it is easier then ever to support KMXT. Just go to KMXT.org and hit the DONATE NOW button. It helps us by eliminating billing and paperwork, it is the GREEN way to support KMXT.

Thank you all for your on going support and Volunteers, please call or e mail me to sign up for a Board Shift.

THE NEXT ON AIR TRAINING BEGINS MAY 13th!

Mr. Whitekeys and the WhaleFat Follies

2008-04-17T14:54:00.003-08:00

Here in Kodiak, KMXT Presents Mr. Whitekeys and the WhaleFat Follies at El Chicano for Two shows on Saturday May 3rd, 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Tickets available at El Chicano, KMXT and the Treasury on the Mall. $30 Join the fun and support your Public Radio station at the same time!

Gong Show M.C. and Judges....RULE!

2008-04-08T16:18:00.003-08:00

Thank you to M.C. Bill Bissett, Jody Carmen, Marion Owen and Josh Lewis for being "Judges" and Special Guest Judge Chad Carpenter too. Coyote joined us with his famous "Broom Guitar" and the "Nuts of the Round Table" did a Puppet Show?

2nd Annual KMXT Gong Show

2008-04-08T15:57:00.004-08:00

THANK YOU! To everyone who participated in this years Gong Show! A wonderful array of performers, amazed and entertained the crowd. Here are the Results:

1st Place: The Filipino Music/Dance Troup
Musicians: Gaea Villaroya, Kyla Villaroya, Madette Lantano, Jessa Fortaliza, Courtney Ibabao, Gregorio Ibabao Jr. and Dancers Hannah Villaroya and Edgee Ocampo, with Bamboo Pole Players Efraim Ocampo and Lucky Ibabao.

2nd Place: Taylor Nicklas and Kari Millstein with Crystal the Hen

3rd Place: Elinor Millstein and Laurel Hannah

4th Place: "Two Weeks Notice" Jordan Nesheim, Thomas Carlsen and James Carlsen

CAN YOU KAZOO? Special Opening ACT HOBO JIM!

2008-04-03T11:51:00.005-08:00

This Saturday April 5th, at St. Mary's Gym. Join Master of Cermonies Bill Bissett, Judges Jody Carmen, Marion Owen, Josh Lewis and Celebrity Guest Judge, Chad Carpenter, (Creator of "Tundra" the comic strip) for a night of food and fun. A variety of acts to entertain and amuse and a Dessert Auction, all to benefit your favorite Public Radio Station KMXT. Frito pies, chili dogs, popcorn and more will be on sale from 6 on. And a Kazoo with admission. See you there!

Paul Smith is Hitting the Road!

2008-03-25T11:24:00.008-08:00

"Dat" of the infamous "Dis and Dat Show" will no longer be half of the fun Sunday Afternoon team. The previous host of the "Polka Show", Paul has been doing the "Dis and Dat Show" with Joe Stevens (Dis) for sometime now. We are sad to say Paul is leaving the island. All of us here at KMXT bid him adieu and wish him all the best in his travels.
Not to worry Sunday afternoon listeners, Joe will continue the show. Whether it is Dis alone or a new Dat joins in, The Show Must Go On!
Hey Joe, are Max and Harvey going with Paul? Guess we will have to tune in to find out:)

Two Exciting KMXT Fundraising Events!

2008-03-25T11:01:00.003-08:00

Both of these events help Support YOUR Public Radio Station. Come have fun enjoy good company and great entertainment, and best of all, support KMXT! See you there!

Farewell to "DeJaVu" Hosts Peggy and Chuck Morris

2008-03-07T14:05:00.002-09:00

Thank you so much Peggy for all you've done for the station. We will miss your smiling face and undying enthusiasm. They are lucky to have you in Louisiana!

So Much To Do!

2008-03-07T13:36:00.004-09:00

Spring is almost here and there is lots to do!

COMFISH is March 20th, 21st and 22nd

we have a table that needs to be manned.

Friday March 28th John Gorka and Susan Werner

will be performing to benefit KMXT at the Golden Anchor, we hope you will attend. It is sure to be a great show!

April is Crossing Guard time.

We need volunteers for the week of April 7th thru the 11th.

On-air shifts open for March.

Saturday March 15th 3-6 The Variety Hour
Thursday March 20th 6-9 Meeting Night
Saturday March 22nd Noon to 3, 3-6 The Variety Hour
Tuesday March 25th 9-11 Freeform
Thursday March 27th 6-9 Meeting Night
Saturday March 29th 10-12 Enchanted Island, Noon to 3, 3-6 Variety Hour and 6-9 Ritmo Latino

and on Monday March 31st 6-9 The World Show

Our Spring On-air Fund Drive will be around the end of April so look for information about the goings on then and how you can get involved! I look forward to hearing from you soon! Lori
P.S. the picture of Mike with a fish on his head just makes ya think of COMFISH doesn't it :)

Arizona Visit

2008-03-03T15:02:00.003-09:00

I went to visit an old friend from Kodiak, luckily she lives in Arizona so I got to spend some time in the sun. They thought it was cold in the mid 60's, HA! My friend kept apologizing about the cold, she seems to have forgotten what Kodiak winters are like. The top photo is Sedona, where it was snowing, the second Scottsdale, the Cactus is a "Fishhook Cactus" the thorns were literally used as fish hooks and the last a beautiful sunset outside of Wickenberg.

Updated Volunteer Schedule

2008-02-28T17:18:00.003-09:00

I am a bit behind the times, with no new blog entries since Groundhog Day. Good grief, or maybe I just liked the pictures so much I didn't want to move them down the page. Yeah, that's it cute Groundhog :) I have updated the Volunteer Schedule and there are lots of openings, so please take a look and give me a call. Im going to write abit about my Vacation as soon as I get pictures loaded. Kodiak is a beautiful place to live but I have to admit it was great to be in the Arizona desert for abit. Lori

It's Groundhogs Day

2008-02-02T10:25:00.000-09:00

Matt and Aaron, Hosts of todays Enchanted Island Show, let Kodiak know what Phil had to say this morning. Here is the official word from the official Website

Groundhog .org - the Official Site of the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club

Phil Says Six More Weeks of Winter!
Phil's official forecast as read 2/2/08 at sunrise at Gobbler's Knob:

Here Ye! Here Ye! Here Ye!

On Gobbler's Knob on this fabolous Groundhog Day, February 2nd, 2008
Punxsutawney Phil, the Seer of Seers, Prognosticator of all Prognosticators,
Rose to the call of President Bill Cooper and greeted his handlers, Ben Hughes and John Griffiths.

After casting a weathered eye toward thousands of his faithful followers,
Phil consulted with President Cooper and directed him to the appropriate scroll, which proclaimed:

"As I look around me, a bright sky I see, and a shadow beside me.
Six more weeks of winter it will be!"

SIGN UP NOW!

2008-01-03T13:43:00.000-09:00

ON-AIR VOLUNTEER TRAINING AT PUBLIC RADIO KMXT BEGINS JANUARY 22nd!

WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEARN ABOUT RADIO PRODUCTION, MUSIC, AND BROADCASTING?

BEGINNING TUESDAY JANUARY 22nd ENDING FEBRUARY 2nd.

SESSIONS WILL RUN:
TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS

SPANISH SPEAKING HOSTS ARE ALSO NEEDED FOR KMXTS’ "RITMO LATINO" SHOW

FOR INFORMATION AND TO SIGN UP CALL LORI AT 486-3181
OR STOP BY KMXT AT 620 EGAN WAY.

THE CLASS WILL BE FILLED, ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS.

Joe's KMXT Weather Cam

2007-12-26T16:09:00.000-09:00

Do you live off Island or are you away on a vacation and want to check out current, Kodiak weather? No worries, just click the "KMXT Weather Cam" Link to your right and it's almost like being here :) Enjoy! Thank's Joe.

Happy New Year!

2007-12-26T12:49:00.000-09:00

It has been an exciting year here at KMXT. New technology, new equipment, new voices added to the old. Not that anyone here is old :)

Now a new year is about to begin! Where do you want to be in 2008? If you would like to be one of the voices on KMXT, WONDERFUL!!

The next On-Air volunteer training class will begin Tuesday January 22nd. Stop by and fill out a volunteer application or give me a call and sign up today. Make 2008 the start of something BIG! 486-3181