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From heritage Gravenstein apples to new processing facilities, discover how Sonoma County is saving its apple legacy. photo credit: Northern California Public Media Gravenstein apples growing in Sonoma County. Sonoma County’s iconic apple industry is at a critical turning point. In this special feature episode, host Michelle Marques takes an in-depth look at how local growers, activists, and leaders are stepping up to safeguard the region's agricultural heritage. First, Michelle sits down with Slow Food Russian River to explore grassroots efforts protecting the iconic Gravenstein apple and…
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The 707
Michelle Marques & the KRCB News Team · News · English
The 707 is an all-new half-hour weekly radio show and podcast airing Fridays at 6:00 PM on KRCB 104.9 FM. Hosted by Michelle Marques with contributions from the KRCB News Team, the show offers compelling interviews and stories from Sonoma County and beyond. Expect rich soundscapes, moving stories, a
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25 Sep 2026
REPLAY: Bound Together: The Book Drive That Lifted a Community
Find out what happens when a school book drive skips the retail giants and shops local instead. photo credit: Michelle Marques Christie George and Michael Rex at Russian River Books and Letters in Guerneville. It’s the little book drive that could! In today’s encore episode, host Michelle Marques heads to Russian River Books and Letters, an independent bookstore in Guerneville to talk about literacy, schools, community, and the things that connect us. Parent Christie George wanted to help Monte Rio School, so she reached out to Principal Liza Eichert with an innovative idea. This book drive…
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19 Sep 2026
Investing in Safety: Measure H is Reshaping Sonoma County Wildfire Defense
Each year, Measure H generates about $60 million dollars for fire protection, including vegetation mitigation projects like the ones featured in this episode. photo credit: Michelle Marques Crews work on creating fuel breaks along Cross Creek Road in Sonoma County. Since Sonoma County voters approved Measure H in 2024, approximately $60 million has been generated annually to safeguard local communities from wildfires. But how is that money being put to work on the ground? Host Michelle Marques joins Fire Inspector Dan Russo for a comprehensive field tour across the Sonoma County Fire…
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11 Sep 2026
REPLAY: From the Streets of Mexico to Sonoma County: Compassion Without Borders
Hear the exact moment a whole new life begins for these rescues. photo credit: Victoria Von Thal, courtesy of Compassion Without Borders Puppies rescued from Mexico arrive at Compassion Without Borders on June, 10th, 2026. Over 40 dogs, two cats, and a whole lot of love! In this encore presentation, host Michelle Marques is on-site at the Compassion Without Borders facility in Santa Rosa to witness the joyous chaos of a cross-border rescue arrival. Tune in as we tour the rehabilitation center, meet the pups waiting for their second chance, and bring you the incredible sounds of the Van…
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4 Sep 2026
It Takes a Village to Build a Skatepark: Forestville Skatespot
From board members and county supervisors to kids landing their very first tricks—hear how Forestville is coming together to build a community skatepark. photo credit: Michelle Marques Competitive skateboarder Katelyn West at the Laguna Skate Garden in Sebastopol. Twelve years ago, Jacque Brazieal had a vision: to build a safe, dedicated space for her son and local youth to skate, connect, and thrive in Forestville. Today, that vision is closer than ever to becoming concrete reality. Host Michelle Marques talks with Brazieal to reflect on a decade-plus of grassroots determination, local…
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29 Aug 2026
Tools For Success: Crafting Tomorrow's Workforce with The LIME Foundation
Building careers and changing lives—free trade training with The LIME Foundation’s Letitia Hanke. photo credit: Jake Komisar/The LIME Foundation Letitia Hanke, founder and Executive Director of The LIME Foundation, with a student from The NextGen Trades Academy. In a region where skilled labor is in high demand, The LIME Foundation is providing young adults with a zero-cost path into the workforce. Founder and Executive Director Letitia Hanke breaks down the mission of the NextGen Trades Academy, detailing how direct mentorship from working professionals helps students enter the trades, from…
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15 Aug 2026
Branching Out: Nature's Role in Gang Prevention
As youth gang participation rises in Santa Rosa, local non-profit LandPaths is turning to an unexpected sanctuary: the outdoors. photo credit: Shandra Back Danny Chaparro, New Audiences Manager at LandPaths, displays his ROSELAND tattoos. As gang activity in Santa Rosa rises, local youth are facing unprecedented pressures on the street, in their schools, and in their neighborhoods. But on the trails and under the trees, a different kind of intervention is taking root. In this episode, host Michelle Marques turns things over to KRCB’s Shandra Back to explore how LandPaths is using nature as a…
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8 Aug 2026
Two Generations, One Planet: An Intergenerational Chat About the Environment
Laughs, hard truths, and radical hope: Hannah Lee and Gail Yamamoto Seymour talk climate action on The 707. photo credit: Hannah Lee Gail Yamamoto Seymour and Hannah Lee at Roberts Lake in Sonoma County. Two generations, one urgent mission, and a whole lot of heart. In this episode of The 707, host Michelle Marques invites NorCal Public Media producer Hannah Lee to share her conversation with long-time environmentalist Gail Yamamoto Seymour. It’s a candid, witty, and hopeful conversation on the reality of climate activism. From Emmy-winning storytelling (Hannah) to decades of experience in…
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1 Aug 2026
Bound Together: The Book Drive That Lifted a Community
Find out what happens when a school book drive skips the retail giants and shops local instead. photo credit: Michelle Marques Christie George and Michael Rex at Russian River Books and Letters in Guerneville, California. It’s the little book drive that could! In today’s episode, host Michelle Marques heads to Russian River Books and Letters, an independent bookstore in Guerneville to talk about literacy, schools, community, and the things that connect us. Parent Christie George wanted to help Monte Rio School, so she reached out to Principal Liza Eichert with an innovative idea. This book…
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18 Jul 2026
Advancing Equality: The Sonoma County Human Rights Summit
What does it take to ensure Sonoma County remains a welcoming place for everyone? photo credit: Michelle Marques Dr. Nas Mohamed (center) delivered the Keynote Address at the inaugural Sonoma County Human Rights Summit in June 2026. A thriving community is built on the foundation of human rights. In today’s episode, host Michelle Marques recaps the highlights, powerful stories, and key resources from the inaugural Sonoma County Human Rights Summit and Immigration/Consumer Resource Fair. The event gathered multiple organizations representing immigrants, women, BIPOC communities, and LGBTQ…
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10 Jul 2026
The 707 Live!
Filmed live before a studio audience at NorCal Public Media, this unique episode explores how artists and community leaders use their work to inspire connection, spark conversation, and shape the places we call home. What happens when art, community, and creativity collide? This special live episode of The 707 brings together three inspiring guests for a conversation about public art, storytelling, and the power of creative expression in Northern California. Filmed live before a studio audience at NorCal Public Media, this unique episode explores how artists and community leaders use their…
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