This semester, we have five wonderful KU students interning at KPR and Audio-Reader: Gracie Hughes, Caroline Blanke, Tyler Burkett, Kacie Fuller, and Anna Campbell. They have all been an asset to our organizations, and have used their individual education, experience, and personalities to bring something new to our team.

Bob McWilliams has been awarded the Governor's Arts Award for Excellence in Artistic Achievement, for his many years of supporting the music scene in Kansas.

While we know fundraising breaks may not be your favorite part of listening to KPR, we hope you’ll stick with us and—most importantly—support the service you rely on. Let’s take a closer look at why we do this, why it matters, and how your contribution makes a difference.

The Lied Center and KPR invite you to an evening of true stories, told live on April 25 at 7:30 p.m.

At Kansas Public Radio, we're not just a radio station – we're a reflection of the community we serve. Every show, every conversation, every song is shaped by you and for you. We believe in the power of local stories, local music, and local voices to bring us closer together, especially in times when it feels like the world is pulling us apart.

Support Kansas Public Radio as we attempt to fund a brand-new, reliable vehicle during One Day One KU, the University of Kansas's 24-hour giving campaign, February 20-21, noon to noon. Your gift will go directly to helping KPR purchase new station transportation.

The smooth (and strange) sounds of KPR's Retro Cocktail Hour are coming to Manhattan, Kan.! Join us for an evening of craft cocktails and easy listening at the Little Apple's Arrow Cocktail Lounge on March 20.

For the first time ever during One Day One KU, documenting your planned giving commitment will give KPR the opportunity to compete for a share of $10,000 in bonus dollars.

Last year we launched a new program to help spread the word about local community organizations, and we're happy to announce its return for 2025! KPR’s Community Spotlight gives these organizations an opportunity to spread awareness using KPR’s airwaves each month. Spotlight recipients will also have a small feature on-air, in our monthly enewsletter and on the KPR website at kansaspublicradio.org.

It’s the start of a new year and programming changes are afoot at Kansas Public Radio. We’re thrilled to announce new local jazz and classical programming!