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In this radio interview, 35th District Representative Dan Griffey discusses the ongoing challenges in Fire District 12 in Mason County, emphasizing the two-year-long federal investigations and the resultant lack of trust in emergency services. Griffey provides updates on misleading information in the media and expresses the need for local involvement in resolving the issues. The conversation extends to legislative matters, with Griffey advocating for lifetime supervision of sexual offenders and addressing concerns about proposed changes. The discussion also touches on the societal impacts of minor offenses, illegal dumping, and accountability for law-abiding citizens. The representative concludes by expressing hope for legislative measures, such as a graffiti bill, to instill a sense of responsibility.

The Love INC. Annual Benefit Concert & Dessert Auction is coming up on February 3, at 4:30 pm. Tickets are available now and at the door. Suggested Donation $20 and will be at the Shelton Presbyterian Church located at 1430 E Shelton Springs Road. Board Member Dan Partridge talks with Jeff Slakey about the event in this conversation.

With a bond vote upcoming for the Hood Canal School District, Superintendent Lance Gibbon talked with Jeff Slakey on what it's going for, how it can help Hood Canal and SouthSide School District and more in this conversation.

Oly Town Artesians owner Ryan Perkins talks with Jeff Slakey about the final few home games of the season at "The Ice Box" at the Pavillion at Evergreen State College. Oly Town has been playing there for 10 years, and it has seen some great matches. There is a lot to look forward to for the future of Oly Town, and Ryan talks about some of the plans.

35th District Representative Dan Griffey talk about Public Safety and Housing with conversations on crime, lack of housing, efforts for mental health help.

Mary M. Knight school has a Levy vote on the Feb 13 ballot in Mason County. Superintendent Matt Mallory talks about how it would benefit the school district and the students.

Jeff Slakey talks with Mason County Sheriff Ryan Spurling about some of the crimes happening in the county, bills/initiatives going through the Legislature this session, Hood Canal Lions Polar Plunge, and more.

Washington State Senator Drew MacEwen talks about hearing initiatives signed by the citizens, specifically regarding the Climate Control Act, in this week's conversation.

35th District Representative Travis Couture talks about the response to his fentanyl bill and the Belfair Bypass in this week's conversation.

35th District Representative Dan Griffey talks about police pursuits and a sexual strangulation bill in this weeks conversation.

The other day, we got a call from someone pretending to be a Sergeant from the Mason County Sheriff's Office. It was (at first) pretty believable since the caller had bits and pieces of information that would make this sound legit. Little did the caller know that we're friendly with Sheriff Spurling, so we were able to poke some holes in the story. Other people haven't been as lucky and have been scammed out of money. MCSO does not call individuals to inform them about missing court dates and requesting payment of fines.

The 2024 Washington Legislative session kicked off recently, and KMAS has great access to the legislators in the 35th District. State Senator Drew MacEwen talks about this session's priorities, Cap & Trade, and a bill he introduced following the protest that shut down Interstate 5 for multiple hours.

The 2024 Washington Legislative session kicked off recently, and KMAS has great access to the legislators in the 35th District. Representative Travis Couture talks about fentanyl, special education and holocaust education in our first conversation of the session.

The 2024 Washington Legislative session kicked off recently, and KMAS has great access to the legislators in the 35th District. Representative Dan Griffey talks about public safety, property rights, and retail theft in this first conversation of the year.

Mason Health recently worked with Performance Excellence Northwest to ensure they are working towards the best practices possible for their patients and staff.Through the work they completed, they will be receiving the Mt. Ranier Award at an upcoming ceremony.https://www.performanceexcellencenw.org/

In this 2023 KMAS Candidate Conversation, Jeff Slakey talks with Keri Davidson who is running for Shelton School 309 - School Board Director Position No. 2.KMAS is the local radio station in Mason County Washington.

In this 2023 KMAS Candidate Conversation, Jeff Slakey talks with Karla Knudsen-Johnston who is running for, Shelton School 309 - School Board Director District No. 1.KMAS is the local radio station in Mason County, Washington.

Jeff Slakey talks with Mason County Commissioner Kevin Shutty, Executive Director of the Port of Shelton, Wendy Smith, and Justin Holzgrove, Telecommunications & Community Relations Manager about the application Mason County has submitted for the Federal RECOMPETE ACT dollars. https://kilmer.house.gov/recompete-actKMAS is the local radio station in Mason County Washington.

Jeff Slakey talks with Rev. Doug Peterson whose been at Faith Lutheran Church in Shelton for the last five years. 1212 Connection Street, Shelton, WA 98548.KMAS is the local radio station in Mason County Washington.

Jeff Slakey talked with Dawn Myers and Kara Brotche about this year's version of the Haunted Halloween Trail, this time at the Mason County Recreation Area.https://www.facebook.com/events/325183079997864KMAS is the local radio station in Mason County Washington.

Jeff Slakey talks with Judge Cadine Ferguson-Brown, who is running to retain her position on the Mason County Superior Court in this 2023 Candidate Conversation.KMAS is the local radio station in Mason County, Washington.

Jeff Slakey talks with Tara Miller about the Belfair Community Clubhouse, 23554 WA 3 Suite 1, Belfair, WA 98528. KMAS is the local radio station in Mason County Washington.

Jeff Slakey meets with Colleen Carmichael to talk about the Shelton Veterans Village in Shelton, WA.

Jeff Slakey heads out to the Mason County Senior Activities Center to talk with Penny Wilson about things going on.

Jeff Slakey talks with Andrew Wilford, who is running for Shelton School Board Director District #2.

Jeff Slakey talks with Dan Teuteberg and Heather Doran about 4H in Mason County.

Jeff Slakey's at The HUB in Belfair talking with Director Beth Gizzi about things happening at The HUB!

Jeff Slakey talks with Ryan Spurling about the Mason County Sheriff's Office.

Jeff Slakey talks with Miguel Pineda about the upcoming Lulafest in Downtown Olympia this Saturday, September 23. It's going to be on Washington Street between 4th and State.

Jeff Slakey talks with the Southside School District Superintendent Paul Weineke about the 2023-24 school year.

Mason County EDC Executive Director Jennifer Baria and EDC Chair Joe Schmidt talk about how Mason County can benefit with the RECOMPETE ACT.

Jeff Slakey talks with Kathy McDowell, who is running for re-election at the City of Shelton, Council Position 2

Jeff Slakey talks with Sue Patterson, who is running for re-election at the Port of Shelton, Position 1.

Jeff Slakey talks with Dave Stevens, who is running for the Mason County Superior Court Judge position in this 2023 Candidate Conversation.

Jeff Slakey talks with Mark Frazier, who is running for the City of Shelton City Council Position 5 spot in this 2023 Candidate Conversation.

Jeff Slakey talks with Becky Schuyten, President of the Mason County Concert Association, about this longtime series in the county and this years lineup.

More updates and information after the first week of school in the Shelton School District.

Mason County PUD3 has a new Public Information Officer, Shelia Corson, and she sat down with Jeff Slakey to talk about herself and her role with PUD plus fall campaigns the district is working on.

Jeff Slakey talks with North Mason Schools Superintendent Dana Rosenbach about the start of the school year and her start of 10 years as the superintendent.

Jeff Slakey talks with West Mason Fire Chief Matt Welander and Commissioner Trevor Severance about the recent failings of their levies and what the future may hold for the district.

Jeff Slakey talks with George Blush, who is running for the City of Shelton City Council Position 1 spot in this 2023 Candidate Conversation.

Jeff Slakey had a chance to sit down with 35th District Representative Dan Griffey to talk about his interactions with the district over the summer, the upcoming session and things that he hopes to work on for the district.

Shelton School District Superintendent Wyeth Jessee talks with Jeff Slakey about a range of topics as the Shelton school year gets underway. Topics include the budget, books, suspensions, high school options, and more. These conversations will be on a regular schedule, so if you have questions for Jeff to ask, email [email protected] with something in the subject line about Shelton schools.

Shelton Highclimber Football Coach Mark Smith talks with Jeff Slakey about the upcoming Mason County Cup and how the Highclimber Football Team is shaping up for this season.

Please join us at Hood Canale' to help support the Lahaina Ohana. Jolica's grandparents moved from Malaysia to Maui in 1927 and planted deep roots. We know many families who received some initial help but still have unmet needs. Dinner includes charcuterie, Kailua pork + pineapple pizza (and a veggie option), house-made gelato, an open bar, and live music, and it includes gratuity as all staff has generously agreed to give all tips to the cause). Reserve your space at Open Table now, or text John at 206.679.1798. The price is $125 per person, with an option to give more in the fundraising competition between the PRO Pineapple Pizza lovers and the NO Pineapple (missing out on something delicious) pizza people. Mahalo, John, Jolica and the Hood Canale' Team.

Jamie Ellertson and Abe Gardner talked with Jeff Salkey about the upcoming overdose awareness walks and resource fairs in Mason County. Marking their 7th year doing this, with the numbers growing each year, more and more are reaching out for help and learning more about substance abuse and overdoses in our community. This year, things start in Belfair at the Timberland Regional Library at 3 p.m. on August 31st, with the walk to follow around 6 p.m. Then, on September 1 in Kneeland Park in Shelton, over 60 booths will be set up with various resources for the community.To learn more, follow this Facebook link, https://www.facebook.com/events/132148139902551/

Fire District 17 is having a Summer Market, on August 26th from 9-4. MCFD 17 is an all-volunteer department with a small tax base.The location is, 34571 N. HWY 101, Lilliwaup, @ Jorstad CreekBake sale, raffles, and boot donation for the kids save the Teddy Bear obstacle course. Also, T-shirts, Face painting, Smoothy bike, Olympic Mountain ice cream, root beer floats, Pop Corn, Corn Hole game, 3 try’s for $1, win free popcorn. Christmas Kids donation box.Food: Breakfast: biscuits & gravy - Donation / Lunch: chili dogs $10Vendors: Local author Hal Burton, will have his latest novels, Sun Rising over Lopez, Barn Storm, Against All Odds, and his first and best seller, Cave of Secrets. Very nicely done & cleaver Men’s shirt aprons, great Wooden toys, Kieth Visser & son amazing chain saw art, Antique & collectibles from our local store Pickers Corner, High Tied with amazing tie dye clothes, Our local hair stylist with her line of hair care products, three wonderful handcrafted jewelry vendors, handcrafted leather bags, knitted items, John Hixon will be there with what I’m sure will be very interesting items ( prior owner of Hicksonville Oddities & Collectibles) several flea market tables & more.Raffle Items: Beautiful wood coffee table, wine sign + $35.00 Hoodsport Winery gift card, wood carved mirror, 2 beautiful photos 1 a George Stenberg. Items donated by Integrated Construction. 2 kid’s baskets, 2 replicates vintage Oyster shucking T-shirts, Dive snorkel package, value $213, donated by YSS dive shop, really cute bear sculpture & wind chime, Bowl cozies w/ apron more to be added.There will also be a food Drive for the Hoodsport Food Bank.Their donation objective is to pay their match for Heart Monitors/AED units. They've applied and received the grant for 3 units. They are approximately $50,000 each. 5% match would be $7500.

Listen in to learn about, National non-profit America Can! Cars for Kids' with CEO, Colin Weatherwax. The organization has surpassed its fundraising goals with over 190 cars donated in Washington and, as a result, will be expanding services in the state.Cars for Kids, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization operating nationally in all 50 states, seeks a Washington youth-focused organization to partner with to disperse contributions to groups that support youth mental health programs. Naming rights for the new partnership are also granted to the local partnering philanthropy.

Maddie Allred speaks about Turning Pointe Survivor Advocacy Center and how they were able to help her and her mother, Jenna, who passed away last October. August 12 is the First Annual 5k Resilience Run/Walk. https://www.facebook.com/events/253591910385486From the Facebook event: The idea was brought to our attention by the daughter of Jenna Kelly, who sadly passed away last year. She was a passionate runner and had supported Turning Pointe over the years. Jenna had shared that she wanted to have a run benefiting Turning Pointe and to bring awareness to domestic and sexual abuse. As soon as we heard this news, we started planning with her daughter. What an incredible way to honor Jenna's life and unite our community!

Kelli, Shannon and Megan talked with Jeff Slakey about Hoodstock, which is coming up the weekend of August 19. Listen in and learn more about the kids' camp the week leading up to it, the performers, and more.https://www.hoodstock.org/