Newsmakers At Noon 1/5/26

Posted on January 5, 2026

Denise and Hunter are joined by station owner Jeff Morgan for a State of the Station update, including the local business climate in Salem and Keizer, the importance of supporting KYKN sponsors, and why local radio still matters.

They cover a viral video contrasting Venezuela and U.S. protests, family fallout on social media, New York City political controversies, a bus fare hike despite campaign promises, and national political developments involving Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and reports of fraud nationwide.

Half Price Oregon
Old Mill Feed & Garden
Day Heating and Cooling
DC Electric
Home Fire Stove
Copy Cats
Larrys Locksmith
Rich Duncan Constrution