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KZFR 90.1 FM

KZFR Community Radio "THE MIGHTY ZEPHYR" serves northern California at 90.1 FM & beyond at kzfr.org We are guided by the spirit of the First Amendment.
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It is the Mission of KZFR to enlighten, entertain, inform and educate our listeners in support of community since 1990. In order to do this, we will:

Train members of the community in best broadcasting practices and the use of the radio medium

Provide alternative news and information Promote the expression of ideas without close creative control or commercial consideration

Maintain an o

rganization that reflects the diversity of interests in the station’s broadcast area

Develop working relationships with other community organizations

Cultivate a respectful and collaborative working environment

Develop adequate financial support from the listeners we serve

KZFR Community Radio is a noncommercial, nonprofit, public service organization dedicated to playing music and disseminating news and information. Our purpose is to entertain, educate, and to contribute to cultural appreciation and enlightenment. KZFR's programming reflects the needs of the Northern Sacramento Valley Communities. Most Programming is produced by members of our community and is community oriented. Programming produced outside our community provides information on issues affecting the Northern Sacramento Valley. 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, and who assist a small paid management staff with fundraising, outreach and events for the northern Sacramento Valley and beyond. Agreement with the principles and goals of KZFR is the sole criteria for participation. KZFR Community Radio is open to everyone. We are united in our diversity.

10/14/2024

Join them to make a difference! Sign Up for the Community Climate Action Day on Sat, Oct 19th in Cedar Groove.

Improving ecosystem health and wildfire safety are paramount to building a resilient Butte County. Learn more and sign up at: bit.ly/ButteCCAD2024

More info at californiavolunteers.ca.gov/climateactioncorps/

10/13/2024

Safe Space Chico benefit "Nancy's 85th Adventure" - A special celebration and fundraiser in honor of Nancy Wirtz's 85th birthday! Thursday, October 17th at the Chico Women's Club.

Celebrate a local legend, enjoy great company, and support a cause that makes a real difference in our community. Don’t miss out! Let’s make this night unforgettable for Nancy and for Safe Space!

Event details at: https://ow.ly/cspI50TGgcB

10/12/2024

Two-sided 78 recordings from the 30s and 40s today on Swing City! Tune in 90.1 FM at 3pm or stream live at KZFR.ORG

Among the platters being spun will be Kay Keyser, "The Wise Old Owl" and "Tell it to the Marines; Jimmy Dorsey, "When the Sun Comes Out" and "Quiereme Mucho" (Yours); and Glenn Miller, "Moonlight Serenade" and "Moonlight Mood."

If you miss it listen back in the Archive after the broadcast.

10/12/2024

Music, events, wine and more going on this week in Butte County. Read here to learn more!

10/12/2024

Join us for Fall Concerts in the Park! 🎶 The Mobile Library will be at the concert featuring Soul Posse this Sunday! Stop by, check out some books, and take a spin on our prize wheel for a chance to win awesome goodies! 📚

🗓️ Sunday, October 13th
⏰ 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
📍 Concert in the Park – Riverbend Park, 50 Montgomery St, Oroville

Come for the tunes, stay for the library fun! 🎸🎤

10/12/2024

10/11/2024

Moving to Fridays! Tune in today at 3pm for Caribbean Dance Radio in its new time slot. Caribbean Dance Radio host Grant Djphg Parks always brings you the best and latest in Dancehall and Reggae music... now on Fridays!

Tune in 90.1 FM, stream at KZFR.ORG or listen back in the Archive after the broadcast.

10/11/2024

Today two of the strongest Peace Activists in the U.S. Kathy Kelly, a Nobel Prize nominee & founder of Voices for Creative Nonviolence AND Kevin Martin, Executive Director of Peace Action, the largest peace organization in the country on KZFR Peace and Social Justice Show with host Chris Nelson.

Tune in 90.1 FM at Noon, stream at KZFR.ORG or listen back in the Archive after the broadcast.

10/11/2024

Ampla Health present the XXIV Binational Health Fair on Sunday, October 13th, 2024. Richland Housing Complex in Yuba City, CA.

Health Screenings at no-cost-Resource & Information Booths-Food & Beverages - Free Raffle Prizes - Family Entertainment!

Examenes De Salud Sin Costo - Puestos Informativos - Comida Y Bebidas - Rifas Gratuitas - Entretenimento Para La Familia

10/10/2024

"Vote-by-mail ballot envelopes & return envelopes have a unique barcode scannable by election officials—it’s how we make sure your ballot gets to you and safely returns to us!" - Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D. , California Secretary of State

Info on how to track your ballot at: https://bit.ly/4eWltUp.

More info at www.facebook.com/CaliforniaSOS & www.instagram.com/CaliforniaSOS_/

10/10/2024

Volunteers Needed for the Community Climate Action Day on Sat, Oct 19th in Cedar Groove.

Improving ecosystem health and wildfire safety are paramount to building a resilient Butte County. Join them to make a difference. Learn more and sign up at: bit.ly/ButteCCAD2024

More info at californiavolunteers.ca.gov/climateactioncorps/

10/09/2024

You can join the CAB! Our Community Advisory Board helps guide the station and assists us in being more responsive to community needs.

The CAB meets quarterly to discuss how the station can serve the community. Details & Application at: kzfr.org/pages/cab

10/08/2024

Nancy's 85th Adventure: A Benefit for Safe Space Chico - A special celebration and fundraiser in honor of Nancy Wirtz's 85th birthday! Thursday, October 17th at the Chico Women's Club.

Celebrate a local legend, enjoy great company, and support a cause that makes a real difference in our community. Don’t miss out! Let’s make this night unforgettable for Nancy and for Safe Space Chico.

Event details at: https://ow.ly/sbJ650TGgcA

10/08/2024

Ballots are on the way! Yesterday October 7th was the last day for counties to begin mailing ballots so yours should arrive soon.

More info at: www.facebook.com/CaliforniaSOS/ or

10/08/2024

For the third year in a row, Oroville's Museum Mile will be hosting Museum Trick-or-Treat! 🍬
Come join us at the CF Lott Home, the Pioneer History Museum, the Oroville Chinese Temple, Bolt's Antique Tool Museum, Feather River Nature Center, and the Ehmann House for fun, safe, and unique trick-or-treat experience! Learn more about the history of Oroville with FREE entry to all 6 museums while celebrating Halloween! 🍫🍭🍬
For more information about the event check out our website: 🔗https://www.cityoforoville.org/services/parks-trees-department/city-museums -image-6

10/08/2024

Lost dog...

Update: We have made contact with owner

Are you missing this dog?
This cattledog was found over the weekend and we are concerned he may have made his way into Chico from the outskirts of town or one of our neighboring communities. If you think you recognize him, please call the shelter at 530-894-5630.

10/07/2024

We had a blast at the farmers market on Saturday! Big THANK YOU to everyone who stopped at our booth to talk about community radio and meet station programmers Kevin, Jim & Amaya.

Continued community support and participation is what makes KZFR the strong, independent, valued resource that it is. It's not just radio, it's Community Radio!

10/07/2024

We'll turn that old car into the community radio shows you love. Call 888.593.7288 or click careasy.org/nonprofit/kzfr-community-radio to arrange a free pick-up.

It's easy & tax-deductible, too. The car does not need to be running but does need an engine, wheels and a valid pink slip.

10/06/2024

Call For Applications for our new Technology Advisory Committee!

KZFR desires to optimize and expand digital ways to listen to our programs & explore new and emerging technologies that we might adopt in the future.

Who are we looking for? Technology experts and laypersons with a range of insight, experience, and engagement with the station. Including experts in software technology, IT, graphic design, cyber-security, and online media. Details & application at kzfr.org/pages/tac

KZFR values diversity and welcomes applications from all members of the community.

10/06/2024

Tune in live at 7:30pm or listen back in the Archive at KZFR.org

Tonight on The Bone Conductors! Frankie and the Witch Fingers, Lord Diabolik, The Knight Shades, Bat Hearse, The Rope, ACTORS, Deus Ex Lumina, and Dead Cool!! Plus a new song from Aursjoen, with members of Octavian Winters!! 7:30 to 10 pm on KZFR 90.1 FM Live stream at www.kzfr.org

10/06/2024

Volunteers Needed! For the Community Climate Action Day on Sat, Oct 19th in Cedar Groove.

Improving ecosystem health and wildfire safety are paramount to building a resilient Butte County. Join them to make a difference. Learn more and sign up at: bit.ly/ButteCCAD2024

Address

341 Broadway, Suite 411
Chico, CA
95928

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 2pm
Tuesday	10am - 2pm
Wednesday	10am - 2pm
Thursday	10am - 2pm
Friday	10am - 2pm

Telephone

(530) 895-0706

Website

http://www.kzfr.org/

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Videos

Touch of chico happening now at the Nature Center

Rambling blues rocker Paul Thorn returns to Paradise for a night of Southern American rock July 30th! Ticket Info at KZFR.ORG @thornpage All funds raised at this event support KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio. Serving the Sacramento Valley, the foothills, and beyond since 1990. #livemusic #rockmusic #countrymusic

A message from Shirley, KZFR Office Manager in regards to pledge gifts!

Americana Duo The Rough & Tumble in Chico this Thurs, March 28th! Event details at KZFR.ORG Don't delay get your tickets now! (is it thursday yet????)

New Thank You Gift! Pledge to KZFR Community Radio and get a thank you gift like this cool turntable slipmat! 4 Ways to Pledge: Click KZFR.org Text 'pledgekzfr' to 44321 Call 530.895.0131 Venmo @kzfr901