97.5 FM Double K Country/Sunny 99.9
Podcast for Radio Stations 97.5 FM KNMO & Sunny 99.9 FM in Nevada, MO. Features various interviews from public affairs and sports programming. Visit us online at knemknmo.com.
Episodes
Today on Update, I am talking with Heather Haddix, President of Schell City Community Betterment. We will be talking about the Schell City Fall Festival happening September 5th and 6th. Heather will tell us all about the plethora of activities scheduled for the 154th Annual Shell City Fall Festival. For more information, check out the social media pages of Schell City Community Betterment.
Today on Update, I am talking with Jessica Sloniker, Director of the Nevada Vernon County Chamber of Commerce. Jessica will be talking about the Chamber's first-ever Golf Tournament on Friday, September 5th at the Frank E Peters Golf Course. We will find out that Octoberfest and the Fall Festival have combined into one event on October Saturday, October 11th at the Vernon County Fairgrounds. Finally, we will talk about Holiday...
The first Nevada (MO) "Tiger Talk" program of the season features the initial weekly visit between Mike Harbit and Nevada head football coach Wes Beachler as the Tigers prepare for their season opener at the Monett Cubs. Also on the program is an interview with Athletic Director David Hawks.
Due to a technical glitch, the first half of the program did not make the air on the live program. We apologize for that issue. Th...
Today on Update, I am talking with Dr. Stephanie Niles, President of Cottey College in Nevada. Dr. Niles will be highlighting several exciting changes to Cottey this Fall. First, they will be implementing a four-term academic year. Fall Semester consists of a two-week mini term, followed by a seven-week course. This schedule is repeated during the Spring Semester. Another change, coming to Cottey, is the introduction of online cour...
Update with Patty Cantrell, of New Growth, and Jennifer Caldwell with Missouri's Office of Childhood
Today on Update, I am talking with Patty Cantrell, Project Manager at New Growth, and Jennifer Caldwell, Southwest Missouri Community Leader for Missouri's Office of Childhood. We will be discussing the fact that Vernon and Cedar Counties are being called a "Childcare Desert" because there isn't enough available childcare for working parents. Patty and Jennifer say this is especially true for zero to 2-year-old ...
Today on City Beat, I am talking with Carol Branham, the Mayor of Nevada. We will be talking about her role as the new mayor of Nevada and how her civic life has changed. The Mayor says she is glad she does not work full-time, so she can devote her days to the City of Nevada. We will discuss hot topics like the Animal Shelter and the Pool. Carol mentions that the 2023 City Audit is almost finished, allowing the city to pursue pool ...
Today on Update, I am talking with Edwin Moore, one of the organizers of the Lamar Free Fair, the largest Free Fair in Missouri. Edwin will tell us how he and his brother, Terry, have been organizing the Lamar Free Fair for 58 years. This is the 82nd year of the Lamar Free Fair. It starts Saturday, August 16th and runs until Saturday, August 23rd. With free parking and admission, the Lamar Free Fair offers family-friendly fun and t...
Today on Update, I will be talking with Christina Dedick, the Promotions Director for the Nevada Mainstreet Alliance. Christina will be discussing all the projects the alliance is involved with this autumn. One of their big projects is the painting of the caboose at Earp Park. If you would like to know more about the Nevada Mainstreet Alliance, please visit their website at nevadamomainstreet.com or check out their social media pag...
Nevada Regional Medical Center Physical Therapist Coordinator, Hannah Cramer, talks with Mike Harbit about new legislation that allows patients to visit a PT without a doctor referral. Cramer also discusses the variety of services they provide. The program originally aired on 97.5 FM, KNMO in Nevada, MO on August 13, 2025.
Today on Update, I will be chatting with Jim Liley, Vice President of the Western Missouri Beekeeper's Association. We will be talking about the Bee Festival coming up on Saturday, August 16th, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Nevada Vernon County Youth Fairgrounds, Centennial Hall and Pavilion. Jim knows all things about bees and beekeeping and he answers all the questions I have (and you might have) about bees. He'll even...
Today on Update, I will be talking with Jeanne Buehler. Jeanne is a veterinary assistant for Nevada Veterinary Clinic and owner of B.B. K9 School. Jeanne is also the owner of Franklin, a 68-pound, American Bully dog. Jeanne trained Franklin to be a human remains/cadaver dog. She talks about the training process and how Franklin became certified. We will also talk about her B.B. K9 school and how it can help your dog be better behav...
On today's City Beat, I am talking with Nevada City Manager Gary Edwards. We will be going over all the stories in the City's August Newsletter. We will talk about the new, high-tech planning tools used by the Building Inspection Department. We will find out how the City Survey is going. We will discuss the Updated Budget Calendar and its timeline. There will be information on recent FEMA meetings with the CIty of Nevada....
Nevada R-5 Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Tyson Beshore, visits with Mike Harbit before the start of the 2025-26 school year. Dr. Beshore covers funding issues, flooding issues in district buildings caused by spring rains, Senate Bill 68 which bans cell phone usage by students during the school day and other topics.
Today on Update, I am talking with Perry Fowler, President of the 121st Sheldon Old Settler's Picnic. This year's picnic is Thursday, August 14th through Saturday, August 16th in Sheldon, Missouri. Perry talks about all the fun activities during this 3-day festival. We also discuss the history behind the Old Settler's Picnic and how to get more information.
Nevada Regional Medical Center Interim CEO joins Mike Harbit for a discussion on the impact of the new federal budget on rural health care. McCormick talks about the bill's impact on rural health care and what they will need to do in the future. This program originally aired on Wednesday, July 30th on 97.5 FM, KNMO.
Today on Update, I am talking with Jodi Lavin-Tompkins, Diabetes Care and Education Specialist with adces.org. That stands for Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists. Jodi will define diabetes and how it affects your body. She will talk about risk factors and what you can do to lower your glucose levels. Finally, we will discuss how diabetics need to be extra careful in excessive heat by drinking extra water.
Today on Update, I will be talking with Trooper Anthony Calderon of the Kansas Highway Patrol. Kansas traffic deaths are up 30% from last year. Trooper Calderon will explain why there are more fatalities this year. He says it is due to more motorists looking at screens, instead of paying attention to the road. He also says impaired driving has contributed to the 207 deaths already this year in Kansas. Driving impaired can be due to...
On today's City Beat, I will be talking with Mary Wilson, Executive Assistant to City Management for the City of Nevada. We will be discussing the City's budget process. Mary will explain that the budget process will take five to six months to complete. Mary says this year's budget process will differ from last year. We will also talk about the importance of a city's budget. Mary will define a capital improvemen...
Today on Update, I am talking with Karen Irwin, Secretary of the 82nd Annual Hume Fair and Rodeo. The Fair and Rodeo is happening Monday, July 28th through Saturday, August 2nd. Karen talks about all the interesting contests going on at the event like goat roping, draft horse pull, Kiddie Pedal Pull, Hume Olympics, wild horse race and even a washer tournament. There will be a Rodeo on Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00 pm. For more...
Today on Update, I am talking with Abigail Dutoit, Breastfeeding Care Counselor with the Barton-Dade County WIC Office. Abigail will be discussing two events happening during Breastfeeding Week, which is the first week in August. The first Carnival event is scheduled for Friday, August 1st, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Lamar First Christian Church Gym, 1208 Walnut Street. The second event is happening on Wednesday, August 6th, ...
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