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Newsmakers at Noon is a live, locally focused talk show on KYKN that digs into the stories shaping Salem, Oregon, and the nation—with context, accountability, and straight talk.
Hosted by Denise and Hunter, the show blends local government, state and national politics, media analysis, and community issues, featuring guests who bring insight beyond the headlines. From city council decisions to national policy debates and global developments, the focus is on helping listeners think critically and stay informed.
Grounded in the belief that local radio and local businesses matter, Newsmakers at Noon delivers thoughtful conversation without the spin.
Hosted by Denise and Hunter, the show blends local government, state and national politics, media analysis, and community issues, featuring guests who bring insight beyond the headlines. From city council decisions to national policy debates and global developments, the focus is on helping listeners think critically and stay informed.
Grounded in the belief that local radio and local businesses matter, Newsmakers at Noon delivers thoughtful conversation without the spin.
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With Election Day just six days away, today’s Newsmakers at Noon featured an important conversation with Oregon Republican gubernatorial candidate Christine Drazan, along with a discussion about the future of the Polk County Fairgrounds and several issues affecting Oregon voters. Christine Drazan: Education, Accountability & Oregon’s Future Christine Drazan joined Denise and Hunter to discuss […]
Are Salem-Keizer school closure decisions being made with accurate information? And are taxpayers really going to save money? On today’s Newsmakers at Noon, Denise and Hunter welcomed back Kevin Jackson, a Cummings Elementary parent and community advocate, with significant new developments in the fight to keep the Keizer neighborhood school open. Kevin discussed a formal […]
With just eight days until Election Day, there’s plenty happening in Oregon politics—and some important lessons to consider from across the Atlantic! On today’s Newsmakers at Noon, Denise and Hunter welcomed Nick Hill of Marion and Polk First PAC to discuss the final stretch before Oregon’s November 3 election. From statewide and legislative races to […]
On today’s Newsmakers at Noon, Denise and Hunter welcomed back Jeff Reynolds, Editor at Large of Restoration News, for a wide-ranging conversation about school safety, government accountability, and the constitutional freedoms Americans value. We began with the heartbreaking shooting at Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, discussing the courage of those who intervened, new information emerging […]
Election Day is getting closer, and the decisions being made in Salem and across Oregon will have a real impact on our communities! On today’s Newsmakers at Noon, Denise and Hunter welcomed Chris Cummings, candidate for Salem City Council Ward 8, to talk about his campaign, the issues facing Salem residents, and the final push […]
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