Oregon Public Broadcasting was founded in 1922 as KFDJ, a radio station operated by Oregon Agricultural College (now Oregon State University). The idea was to provide educational programming and information to the local community. Over the years, it evolved into a public broadcasting network, becoming Oregon Public Broadcasting in 1981. The transition to public broadcasting was driven by the desire to offer diverse, high-quality programming to all Oregonians. Today, OPB is an independent, non-profit organization governed by a Board of Directors and supported by its members, donors, and sponsors. Based in Portland, Oregon, OPB covers a wide range of topics relevant to the Pacific Northwest region. This includes local and state politics, environmental issues, education, arts and culture, and community events. OPB also produces and broadcasts national programs in partnership with NPR and PBS. While not primarily focused on sports, OPB does cover significant sporting events and their impact on the community. The organization operates multiple TV and radio stations across Oregon, providing news and programming to both urban and rural areas of the state. One interesting fact: OPB has a unique connection to the world of animation. The popular animated series “Curious George“ is produced by Universal 1440 Entertainment in collaboration with WGBH and Imagine Entertainment, but OPB plays a crucial role in its distribution. OPB is the presenting station for “Curious George“ on PBS, meaning it's responsible for bringing the show to public television stations across the country. This unexpected link between a regional public broadcaster and a beloved children's cartoon demonstrates OPB's reach and influence beyond its local market.