Together We're Community!

KZFR Community Radio began broadcasting July 6th, 1990 after years of hard work by some very dedicated pioneers. Erik Mathisen is regarded as the prime mover who got the ball rolling. Lee Edwards and Lars Larson are among the folks we honor for putting KZFR on the air.

We're lucky they managed to pull it off, too! There just aren't many community radio stations left in the United States. Today, KZFR Community Radio operates with the support of approximately 120 community volunteers who provide a wide variety of music programming as well as local public affairs and information programs. Read more about our history here.

*This billboard is on Hwy 32 between the Little Red Hen Nursery and Pullins Cyclery... just before you cross Main Street. Pictures of KZFR programmers by local photographer (and community radio listener) Karen Laslo.

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You’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that everything you listen to on KZFR is made possible with your ongoing, sustaining support.
It stays local & supports local voices! Your donation keeps your favorite shows on air & gives our community an independent platform to share music & ideas.
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With federal funding under threat, listener support is more important than ever. When you donate, you're not just supporting the music and news you love - you're taking a stand to protect independent, local media that reflects our values and the community