The CHQ Chamber hosted Republican Congressman Nick Langworthy for a “State of the District” event on August 5, 2026 that was only open to Chamber members. We bring you his remarks here.

Democratic Candidate for the 23rd Congressional District Aaron Gies held an open town hall on August 6, 2026 to give his version of a “State of the District” report. More than 125 people attended the event at the Prendergast Library.

Jamestown Mayor Kim Ecklund shares thoughts on the passing of City Council member Tony Dolce while also giving us an update on the Downtown Revitalization Initiative.

We bring you the forum hosted by State Senator George Borrello on nuclear energy that discusses the benefits of that form of energy as well as why the City of Dunkirk could be a good location to place a nuclear energy power plant. The forum was held at SUNY Fredonia on June 30, 2026.

The monthly interviews with the Chautauqua County Humane Society have become much anticipated now that furry friends are joining humans in our WRFA studios. You can learn who the special guest is this month as well as all the August activities in our conversation here.

WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley speaks with National Comedy Center Executive Director Journey Gunderson about all the events and activities happening as part of the Lucille Ball Comedy Fest taking place in Jamestown, NY the week of August 6 through 9, 2026.

Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel shares his thoughts on the passing of Jamestown City Council member Tony Dolce and discusses the newly passed lease agreement for the County to move County Departments in the South County into the former Lynn Building in Jamestown.

Robert H. Jackson Center President Kristan McMahon discusses activities planned at the Center and at Chautauqua Institution over the next week.

The Fenton History Center is applying for a grant to help replace the deteriorating roof on the historic mansion. Center Executive Director Joni Blackman gives more details and tells us about Vision 2030.

Jamestown Mayor Kim Ecklund joins us to talk about the second round of Downtown Revitalization funding the city is receiving, how the newly approved Comprehensive Plan will affect how that funding is spent, as well as how the plan informs how the Zoning Code is updated.