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		<description>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.</description>
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	<title>Newsmakers at Noon – Oregon Governor Poll, Campaign Money &#038; Oregon’s Changing Landscape 3/12/26</title>
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	<description><![CDATA[On today’s Newsmakers at Noon, Denise and Hunter welcome Mark Anderson, host of the ISpy Radio Show on KYKN and founder of PredictOregon.com, to discuss the latest online poll results in Oregon’s Republican gubernatorial primary. According to the new Predict Oregon survey conducted March 3–8 among 1,022 Oregon voters, state Rep. Ed Diehl emerges as [&#8230;]]]></description>
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	<title>Newsmakers at Noon – Candidate Deadlines, Economic Shifts &#038; Cultural Commentary 3/11/26</title>
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	<description><![CDATA[On today’s Newsmakers at Noon, Denise and Hunter note the day’s observances—National Dream Day, World Plumbing Day, and National Wash Your Nose Day—and Denise shares her thoughts after watching the Melania documentary now streaming on Amazon. The show then turns to Oregon’s 2026 election landscape, following the March 10 filing deadline for candidates. According to [&#8230;]]]></description>
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	<title>Newsmakers at Noon &#8211; Real Estate Insights – Lending, Inventory &#038; Today’s Housing Market 3/10/26</title>
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	<title>Newsmakers at Noon – History, Oregon Policy &#038; Cultural Headlines 3/9/26</title>
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	<description><![CDATA[On today’s Newsmakers at Noon, Denise and Hunter note National Napping Day, Barbie Day, and Meatball Day, and ask listeners about the perfect nap. They also highlight This Day in History, including the publication of Adam Smith’s Wealth of Nations, the debut of the Barbie doll in 1959, the first Ford Mustang rolling off the [&#8230;]]]></description>
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	<title>Newsmakers at Noon – Iran, Oregon’s 2026 Races &#038; Strategic Decisions 3/5/26</title>
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	<description><![CDATA[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 national and state politics. The conversation begins with developments involving Iran and U.S. foreign policy, examining the broader geopolitical implications and how escalating tensions could affect global [&#8230;]]]></description>
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	<title>Newsmakers at Noon – Oregon Politics, Election Shifts &#038; National Headlines 3/4/26</title>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:04:38 +0000</pubDate>
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	<title>Newsmakers at Noon – Local Elections, School Walkouts &#038; Community Action 2/26/26</title>
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	<description><![CDATA[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 [&#8230;]]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[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,]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[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 [&#8230;]]]></content:encoded>
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