The JPR news team gathers for a roundtable discussion of the top news stories they've been working on this week.

The Creative Way host, Vanessa Finney, visits with Paul French.

Savor host Will Smith visits with Melody Picard of the Oregon Cheese Cave.

Dr. Shireen Abu-Khader and Ethan Gans-Morse of Anima Mundi join the Exchange to discuss "Music of the Middle East" and a film produced specifically for the concert at SOU on Dec 7.

Joining the Exchange is Dr. Jerron Jorgensen, Director of Choral Studies at SOU and Music Director of the Rogue Valley Chorale.

JPR's Jane Vaughan recently spoke with The Oregonian's education reporter Julia Silverman about her coverage of this issue.

Lt. Janelle Jackson and Cedric Aaron discuss Cal Poly's Blue Envelope Program, which is visual cue for law enforcement officers, signaling the driver may benefit from specific communication or additional patience.

Laura Ahearn and Valerie Vilbig discuss the details of the annual event and the work of the historical society.

JPR food enthusiasts, Erika Bishop and Will Smith discuss holiday meals and looking forward to the new year.

Alexandra Stillman, mayor of Arcata, CA, offers insight into her city, her leadership role and her vision for the future.