Steve Jackson
News ReporterSteve was part of the Spokane Public Radio family for many years before he came on air in 1999. His wife, Laurie, produced Radio Ethiopia in the late 1980s through the '90s, and Steve used to “lurk in the shadowy world” of Weekend SPR. Steve has done various on air shifts at the station, including nearly 15 years as the local Morning Edition host. Currently, he is the voice of local weather and news during All Things Considerd, writing, editing, producing and/or delivering newscasts and features for both KPBX and KSFC. Aside from SPR, Steve ,who lives in the country, enjoys gardening, chickens, playing and listening to music, astronomy, photography, sports cars and camping.
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The unprecedented heat in the region this week poses some extra challenges for those with vegetable gardens. With temperatures in the triple digits for… -
Despite increasing vaccinations and relaxation of COVID-19 regulations across the state, state wildland firefighters will still need to follow strict…
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American Red Cross officials say they are urgently looking for blood donors right now.They say there's a shortage caused by an increase in demand,… -
Here's one small item that shows state officials are worried about wildfires. The Department of Natural Resources says people may, temporarily, no longer…
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Fire crews in Stevens County are urging the community to be cautious when using guns after several fires broke out at shooting ranges.Officials say the… -
Washington State University has long been known for its agricultural research. Now it’s expanding its emphasis on a crop that was once considered fringe,… -
As the Covid crisis starts to recede, more people are returning to normal activities, like fishing. A major fish release at Lake Roosevelt should make… -
Spring means there are a number of new baby animals in the great outdoors.But experts warn that it's not a good idea to try to care for any animals you… -
The wildfire season is off to an early start in the Inland Northwest. Over the weekend, local fire agencies responded to several small grass and timber… -
Researchers are looking into all kinds of quality-of-life issues for people as they age. And now that kind of work is extending into the canine…
