97.5 FM Double K Country/Sunny 99.9

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

June 17, 2025 8 mins

On today's Update program, I am talking with the Presiding Commissioner of Vernon County, Joe Wilson. Joe will discuss all the activities that are going on in Vernon County this summer. Topics include a new radio communication system for first responders, senior tax relief sign-ups and working with SEMA. Joe also talks about the Vernon County Fair.

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Today on Update, I am talking to Dr. Russell Kemm form Cedar County Memorial Health. June is Men's Health Month and Dr. Kemm will be talking about the importance of men having regular checkups and early detection screenings. We will discuss some of the special health concerns that men face. These include heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity. Finally, we will try to understand why men are more reluctant than...

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Today we are talking with Bill Denman, the Treasurer for the City of Nevada. Bill will be talking about the main sources of tax revenue for Nevada. Bill will discuss how these taxes are performing, especially the Sales Tax and Property Tax. Finally, Bill will tell us if the City's Use Tax is performing above or below expectations.

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Today on Update, I will be talking with Brent Mendenhall. Brent is the Master of Ceremonies for the 2025 Bushwhacker Dog Show Contest happening on Saturday, June 14th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at the Franklin P. Norman Community Center's North Gymnasium, 200 North Ash Street. Come enjoy dog races, category judging and prizes! Plus, there's no entry fee and there are free goody bags for the dogs. We will also discuss the two mu...

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On today's Update program, I have a very special guest. It's Representative Dane Diehl, member of the Missouri House of Representatives, representing the 125th District, which includes Bates, Vernon, and Cedar Counties. Rep. Diehl will be talking about the state's most recent legislative session. We will touch on push and pull between Kansas and Missouri to acquire the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals. Rep. Diehl will d...

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Today on Update, I will be speaking with Mark Bergmann of the Bourbon County Community Theatre. The Theatre is producing a melodrama titled "Beauty and the Bull: Or Chaos in Fort Scott". The show is written by Mark Bergmann and the performance happens during Fort Scott's Good Ol' Days, June 6th and 7th at 123 South Main Street in Fort Scott, Kansas. We will talk about the tradition of melodramas in Fort Scott. M...

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On this Update Program, I am talking with Mike Brown who is the Flag Chairman for the Rotary Club of Nevada. Mike is the Flag Chairman and he discusses his club's Flag Project. He explains that for $40, a rotarian will come to your house five mornings a year to install a flag and then remove it that evening. Those days are Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, Labor Day and Veterans Day.

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On today's City Beat, I am talking with Sharon Baker, Human Resources Director for the City of Nevada. Sharon and I will be discussing the pay study that is underway at Nevada City Hall. Sharon explains why the study is necessary to attract quality employees to the City. We will also touch on what it's like to be a Human Resources Director. Finally, we will mention how often the city does a study to determine which insura...

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On today's Update program, I am talking with Kalli Gober, Marketing and Community Relations Director for On My Own in Nevada. On My Own is an organization that helps people in our area take care of themselves when they need help. Kalli will be talking about the upcoming Craft Fair on June 7th. We will also discuss how On My Own is always in need of new caregivers. Finally, we will talk about how you can help out On My Own, eit...

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Today, on Update, I am speaking with the Pastor of First Christian Church in Nevada, Jeff Robinson. He is accompanied by Elder Greg Barneburg. We will be discussing the dedication of their new worship building at 2247 North Osage Boulevard on June 1st. We will also talk about the fire that destroyed their old church at the corner of Austin and Washington Streets. Finally, we will mention new events happening with First Christian Ch...

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Today I am talking with Carl Brenner, Park Ranger for Fort Scott National Historic Site in Fort Scott, Kansas. Carl will be discussing upcoming events at the Fort. There will be 8,500 flags placed on the site for the "Symbols of Sacrifice" Field of Honor Friday morning, May 23rd and will stay in place through Memorial Day week. There will also be a guest speaker on Saturday, May 24th. Dr. Michelle M. Martin is known for h...

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May 16, 2025 21 mins
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Today on City Beat, I am talking with Joe Tipper, Water Treatment Plant Manager for the City of Nevada. Joe will talk about renovations coming to the water treatment plant, as well as costs and timelines. Joe will also discuss his work to achieve grant money for the project. We will talk about what happens to well water at the plant, how the water is treated and eventually makes it to your faucet.

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Today I will be talking with two guests from the West Central Missouri Community Action Agency. They are Amy Anderson, Housing Assistance Program Chief Officer, and Mendy Neider, Housing Assistance Director. They will be discussing the Housing Choice Voucher Program that helps underprivileged people bridge the gap between their rental cost and what they can afford to pay. We will talk about how the program works and how their scree...

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In this edition of Update, I talk with Dr. Stephanie Niles, President of Cottey College in Nevada. We will talk about the college in general, including the history of its beautiful campus buildings. I will then ask about the status of the international students at Cottey. Finally, we will discuss Cottey's Commencement Weekend, starting on Friday, May 16th with a Blue and Yellow Dinner and a "Capping" in the main hall...

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Today we talk with the Director of the Nevada Animal Shelter, Lori Baldwin. Lori will be discussing the upcoming Low Cost Vaccine Clinic on Saturday, May 10th from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Marmaduke Park Community Building, 600 West Highland Avenue in Nevada. We will also talk about the importance of spaying and neutering your pets and making sure they are on heartworm prevention medicine and flea and tick prevention medicine. Lor...

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On today's edition of Update, you will hear from Vernon County Sheriff, Mike Buehler. We will be talking about the sheriff's first 100 days in office. Topics include drug enforcement, inter-agency collaboration and emergency response. Sheriff Buehler will also talk about the importance of ongoing community service and having a good relationship with the media.

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April 30, 2025 15 mins

On today's City Beat, you'll hear from newly-elected Mayor of Nevada, Carol Branham. Carol will be talking about what is on the agenda for the Work Session scheduled for Wednesday, April 30th at 7 pm at the City Council Chambers, 120 South Ash Street in Nevada. Mayor Branham will discuss storm sirens, small homes in Nevada and the position of a new Nevada-Vernon County Economic Development Director. Carol will also talk a...

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On today's edition of Update, I am talking to Dr. Ganga Fernando. She is the treasurer for the Nevada Band Boosters and a professor of Chemistry at Cottey College. Dr. Fernando will be talking about the Nevada Band Boosters Pickleball Tournament happening on Friday and Saturday, May 2nd and 3rd. All proceeds will benefit the Nevada Band Boosters and go toward the band's trip to Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida. Ganga...

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In today's Update Program on 97.5 FM, Double K Country, I'll be talking with Tina Cochran Joy, the President of the Nevada Main Street Alliance. Tina will be talking about their first ever Small Town Business Days, happening Saturday and Sunday, May 9th and 10th. She'll discuss the agenda for both days and how it's a great way for new entrepreneurs to establish a successful business in Nevada.

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