On today’s Newsmakers at Noon, Denise and Hunter welcome Greg Roach to promote the upcoming Salem Roadster Show, highlighting one of the region’s favorite automotive traditions. The show then turns to a lively breakdown of the State of the Union address, including audience reactions, media polling, and moments that sparked national conversation. The hosts discuss […]

On today’s Real Estate Insights, Amy McLeod of The McLeod Group at Keller Williams breaks down the latest housing market stats and what they signal for buyers and sellers heading into the busy spring season. Amy explores whether spring really is the best time to buy, weighing market timing, inventory trends, and buyer competition. She […]

On today’s Newsmakers at Noon, Denise and Hunter celebrate a strong showing by Team USA at the Olympics, reacting to the wins, standout performances, and national pride moments. The hosts also discuss President Trump’s invitation for the team to attend the State of the Union and the symbolism of honoring American athletes on a national […]

Welcome to the first-ever Newsmakers After Party Show — streaming exclusively online! Jeff Reynolds sticks around after the main program for a deeper dive into something you don’t hear every day: online betting markets weighing in on Oregon’s 2026 Governor’s race. The team breaks down the current odds posted on platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi, […]

On today’s Newsmakers at Noon, Denise and Hunter welcome Jeff Reynolds, Senior Editor at Restoration-News.com and Senior Investigative Researcher with Restoration of America, for a wide-ranging discussion on Oregon politics, national issues, and economic trends. The show highlights growing concern over SB 1507, a proposed Oregon tax measure that critics say could reduce tax breaks […]

On today’s Newsmakers at Noon, Denise and Hunter note Ash Wednesday and a few lighter observances before highlighting notable moments from history, including the publication of Huckleberry Finn, the discovery of Pluto, the Battle of Iwo Jima, and other cultural milestones. The conversation then shifts to Oregon politics, focusing on controversy surrounding the HB 4145 gun bill vote and a formal complaint […]

On today’s Newsmakers at Noon, Denise and Hunter kick things off with a little winter weather talk as snow arrives in the region. At noon, Glenda Dunaway from Bambinos joins the show with exciting news about an upcoming benefit concert on February 20 featuring Brandon Heath, who will be traveling from Nashville to perform. The event will also include a “Fill the […]

On today’s Newsmakers at Noon, Denise and Hunter welcome Nick Hill of the Marion & Polk PAC for updates on upcoming 2026 local races, including Salem mayoral and city council contests in the even-numbered wards. Nick also highlights upcoming community events and encourages listeners to learn more about local civic involvement at MarionPolkFirst.com. At 12:30, Deborah Butler joins the show to promote […]

On today’s Newsmakers at Noon, Denise and Hunter welcome Phil Kerpen, president of American Commitment, for a practical conversation about proposals affecting credit cards, interest rates, and consumer lending. The discussion focuses on how potential policy changes could impact everyday Americans, access to credit, and the broader economy. Read Phil’s column. The show also turns to a local education […]