We took Newsmakers at Noon on the road today, broadcasting LIVE from the Polk County Fair—and what a great day to be at the fair! We were joined by an outstanding lineup of guests, including HD 23 State Rep. Anna Scharf, Les from S.A.L.T., Suzanne from the Polk County Republicans, and Ryan Gail from Fentanyl […]

We took Newsmakers at Noon on the road today, broadcasting LIVE from the Polk County Fair—and what a great day to be at the fair! We were joined by an outstanding lineup of guests, including HD 23 State Rep. Anna Scharf, Les from S.A.L.T., Suzanne from the Polk County Republicans, and Ryan Gail from Fentanyl […]

Today’s Newsmakers at Noon covered everything from community events to contentious politics, beginning with Jane Lowery and Daylee Howard from Willamette Valley Bank’s Community Calendar. They highlighted dozens of family-friendly events happening throughout August and encouraged listeners to check KYKN.com for the full calendar and details. The second half of the show focused on the […]

Today’s Newsmakers at Noon welcomed back Solomon Yue and Kerry McQuisten for a heartfelt and engaging conversation about Solomon’s new book, Counterscript: A Personal and Political Memoir. While deeply personal, the memoir is also a reflection on freedom, faith, perseverance, and the enduring promise of the American Dream. Solomon shared powerful memories of growing up […]

Today’s Newsmakers at Noon covered two very different but equally important conversations: the future of economic development in Salem and the growing importance of personal responsibility in an increasingly uncertain world. Our first guest, TJ Sullivan of Hagan Hamilton Insurance, joined us for our Community Champions segment and shared his perspective on the proposed Verrus […]

Today’s Newsmakers at Noon focused on leadership, accountability, and the consequences of public policy—from pandemic decisions and public safety to economic development and Oregon’s future. We revisited Oregon’s COVID-era response and Governor Tina Kotek’s role during the pandemic as Dr. Anthony Fauci’s appearance before Congress renewed questions about transparency and accountability. We also discussed the […]

Today’s Newsmakers at Noon covered a wide range of stories spanning local government, national politics, and the ongoing debate over fairness in women’s athletics. We began with a recap of the Salem City Council’s data center meeting, where much of the public discussion focused less on the project itself and more on the tone of […]

Today’s Real Estate Insights with Amy McLeod of The McLeod Group/Keller Williams focused on what today’s housing market is telling both buyers and sellers—and why preparation has never been more important. We started by reviewing the latest local market statistics, looking at inventory levels, buyer activity, and what current trends mean for anyone thinking about […]

Today’s Newsmakers at Noon tackled a wide range of stories highlighting public policy, public safety, and accountability across the Pacific Northwest. Wildfire smoke started the conversation as massive fires burning across Oregon and Washington blanketed much of the western United States. We talked about the growing impact of another intense fire season and the staggering […]

On today’s Newsmakers at Noon, Jeff Reynolds, Senior Editor of Restoration News, joined us to examine the stories driving today’s headlines—from artificial intelligence and Hollywood to women’s sports, surveillance technology, and the challenges facing the Pacific Northwest. One of our biggest conversations centered on the rapid expansion of AI data centers. Are the growing “grassroots” […]