Following guidance from the California Department of Public Health, the DJUSD school board announced an end to the indoor mask mandate on March 3rd. Plus we take a look at teenagers and video games. Packages by Maria Anderson and Julian Dunn. Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Music by- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez Transcript available at bluedevilhub.com
Community Boy Scout troops are stuggling to recruit members during the pandemic. Next, families around Davis are finding pros and cons in raising chickens. Finally, Russell Boulevard is undergoing changes from the city. Packages by: Ayisi Ni, Grace Kishiyama & Maria Anderson Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Music by- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez
Since the Russian invasion last Thursday, Davis has expressed its solidarity with Ukraine and its sister city there, Uman. The News Cycle checks in on the situation in Uman and then looks at a candlelight vigil that was held Saturday to demonstrate support for Ukrainians. Interview by Max Davis-Housefield. Package by Shira Kalish. Producers- Max Davis Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez
Local musicians across California share a deep love for the guitar explored in different ways. Next, Davis High hosts Davis Idol in order to give high school students an opportunity to demonstrate their own musical talent. Packages by: Maria Anderson & Declan Fee Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Music- ‘Memories’ by LOLAH
Davis High students have made many plans for how to spend the perfect holiday with their friends, and we dive into the world of astrology with a look at trending star signs and horoscopes. Plus we have a second episode in our series chronicling people who have experienced prejudice in Davis. Packages by Maria Anderson, Bridget Nagle, and Leyla Bolkan. Producers- Max Davis Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez
After a covid hiatus, like most local shops, game and comic book haven Bizarro World is back in business. Next, we talk with local farmers, vendors and shoppers about farm-to-fork eating. Packages by Elliot DeJong & Maria Anderson. Producers- Max Davis Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez
Community organizers, including Davis High's Black Student Union, have planned events for the entire month. But, they argue, Black History should really be taught and appreciated all year round. Plus, we visit the Mondavi Center where the show goes on. Packages by Xochitl Armien and Lewis Herring-Tillman. Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez
A high school student council formed in order to petition the enacting of a new bell schedule. Next, plans are solidifying surrounding the construction of a new Career Technical Education building on the Davis High School campus. Finally, we begin a series of interviews with individuals from minority groups in the community on their experiences in the town of Davis. Packages by Leyla Bolkan, Grace Kishiyama & Jihan Moon. For more information on DHS Petitions, contact dhspetitions@gmail.com P...
This week, we see how local businesses are having to modify their hours of operation due to increased risk and decreased demand. We also take a look at COVID testing at elementary schools and DHS's new musical production. We round the show off with a remembrance of Martin Luther King Jr. Packages by Alex Miyamoto, Julian Dunn, and Bridget Nagle. "We Shall Overcome" Melody after Charles Albert Tindley; setting & sound file by Peter Gerloff. Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, T...
Increasing demand for COVID testing drew long lines last week. But the story of the delays is really a story about worker burnout. Plus, a rememberance of the January 6th insurrection one year on and a call for voting rights legislation. Packages by Max Davis-Housefield and Genna Olavarri. Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez
Amid a pandemic (again) individuals from the community shared their methods of holiday celebration this year. The New Year inevitably produced new hopes and new worries for everyone and we talked to a few people about their feelings going into 2022. Next, high school seniors share what they will miss most about their high school experience as it comes to an end. Finally, a brief update on the omicron variant in Yolo County. Packages by Ayisi Ni, Maria Anderson and Cole Wittkop. Producers- Max Da...
The classic winter tale of a haunted miser concludes in part two of A Christmas Carol. Will Scrooge change his ways after a visit from the ghosts of Christmases Present and Yet to Come? The story was adapted and directed by Max Davis-Housefield. Scrooge was played by Max Davis-Housefield, Bob Cratchit was played by Elliot DeJong, Marley and Mr. Fezziwig were played by Daniel Jebri, The Ghost of Christmas Past, Skye Adams, the Ghost of Christmas Present, Lewis Herring-Tillman, the caroler, Kelly ...
Marley was dead to begin with. The HUB presents an adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol . Starring reporters and editors as Victorian Londoners and some ghastly ghosts, this holiday offering is sure to make you smile. The story will conclude in part two next week. Producers: Stella Maze and Max Davis-Housefield; Theme Music: Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez; Sound Effects: Zapsplat.com Executive Producer: Jihan Moon
The winter time can cause a lot of stress in the community for different reasons. Sleep or lack-there-of can heavily contribute to these feelings, especially within young people. Next, opinions vary surrounding the decision to buy a real tree for Christmas versus an artificial one. Finally, some high school students have noticed problems in adherence to safety precautions regarding COVID-19 at school. Packages by: Bridget Nagle, Julian Dunn, Leyla Bolkan & Xochitl Armien Funk. Producers- Max...
Usage of gas-powered leaf blowers could become banned in the community due to their negative impact on the environment. Next, high school seniors are thinking about their future plans as they move into adulthood. Packages by Genna Olavarri, Elliot DeJong & Stella Maze Producers- Max Davis-Housfield & Stella Maze, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez
A new variant of SARS-COV 2 with an increased number of mutations was detected in South Africa on November 24. We speak with Dr. David Kimberlin, a Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and Co-Director of their Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases about the new variant. Dr. Kimberlin also is one of two liaisons from the American Academy of Pediatrics to the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, where COVID vaccine recommendations are crafted. Prod...
Davis's turkey population is a perpetual annoyance for some but today we investigate the reason for the ubiquitous flocks. Also, Thanksgiving is right around the corner and the Davis Community has a variety of plans and views on the holiday. Finally, a look into this year's pardoned turkeys, Peanut Butter and Jelly. Packages by- Max Davis-Housefield and Xochitl Armien Funk. Producers- Max Davis Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez
In the third and final part of our series on homelessness, we investigate the solution to the homeless crisis. Then, we look at the feminine hygiene product stations in the girls' bathrooms at Davis High. Packages by Max Davis-Housefield and Rachel Wong Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez
High school fall sports seasons are coming to a close and student athletes are moving forward. Next, some high school students have been altering COVID test results in order to fake negative statuses. Meanwhile, as COVID restrictions loosen, the Mondavi Center is reopening to the public. And finally, high school seniors are working on their college applications with help from school counselors. Packages by- Colette Quaas, Julia Lindburg, Julian Dunn & Maria Anderson Producers- Max Davis-Ho...
A meteor has crashed into Arroyo Park, but with releases of energy from the Martian surface earlier this morning, the object could be more than it seems. The News Cycle presents HG Wells' The War of the Worlds, adapted by Max Davis-Housefield. Cast: Max Davis-Housefield as himself, Stella Maze as herself, Elliot DeJong as Professor Svyatoslovovich, Skye Adams as Professor Petronov, Mattias RowenBale as Reporter 1, Daniel Jebri as Reporter 3, Alex Miyamoto as Ramon Raquello, Bridget Nagle as Repo...
In part two of the homelessness series, we focus on community solutions to growing poverty. Next, crossing guards face hostility from drivers while keeping students safe. Finally, Davis High students took part in the Oct. 22 Global Climate Strike on Friday afternoon, pressuring those in power to take action for the planet. Packages by Max Davis-Housefield, Sophia Young & Mattias RowenBale Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez
Halloween draws near, and pumpkin patches are ready to welcome guests for the spooky season. Also, we look at the different styles of masks people are wearing and investigate the extended closure of G Street. Packages by: Genna Olavarri, Alex Miyamoto, and Declan Fee. Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez
The homeless population is growing in Davis as a result of lack of housing and accessible mental health and substance abuse resources. Next, Davis High adopted the Hispanic-Serving Institution early college program as explained by the grant director from Sac City, Rosana Chavez-Hernandez. Finally, an update on the plans for Davis High's Homecoming Dance amid a pandemic. Packages by: Max Davis-Housefield, Jihan Moon & Francesca Fanucchi Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme...
After more than a year of reduced activity and virtual meetings, student clubs and community activists are taking action again. Plus, we talk to Interim Superintendent Matt Best about ventilation and COVID testing. Packages by Ayisi Ni and Leyla Bolkan. Interviews by Cole Wittkop and Daniel Jebri. Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez
After a dormant year of Covid-19, the Davis community is slowly coming back to life. With such rebirth comes the adjustment to new systems and the updates of old. Packages by: Stella Maze, Elliot DeJong, & Bridget Nagle Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez
California is seeing a surge in cases of COVID-19 driven by the highly infectious delta variant. We talk with Dr. Monica Gandhi, an infectious disease expert at UCSF, about what this means for students and the community. Interview conducted by Max Davis-Housefield. Producers- Stella Maze & Max Davis-Housefield, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez
Twenty years after the tragic events of September 11th, 2001, members of the Davis community share their memories from that devastating day. This episode deals with mature topics. Interviews conducted by Max Davis-Housefield and Stella Maze. Producers- Stella Maze & Max Davis-Housefield, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez , Additional Music: Bensound.com
After more than a year of trying to socialize, learn, and un-mute through computer screens, students and teachers are back on the Davis Senior High School campus to begin the in-person school year. With such a change, comes nerves, mistakes and excitement for both students and staff. Packages: Stella Maze and Max Davis-Housefield. Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez
Davis’ annual Grad Night is cancelled, however parents and volunteers created a safe, new event this year to celebrate the class of 2021, Senior Sunday. Package by: Jihan Moon Producers- Katrina Haws & Jihan Moon, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez
Local summer camps adjust to new COVID regulations for their second year running during the pandemic.
