KOPN Mid-Missouri's Independent Community Radio 🇺🇸

KOPN, broadcasting on 89.5 FM in Columbia, Missouri, stands as Mid-Missouri's dedicated independent community radio station, embodying the slogan "Your Community Radio Station." Unlike commercial stations, KOPN thrives as a non-commercial, listener-supported entity, fueled by donations, grants, and local sponsorships, enabling its independent operation free from major media corporations. The station's heartbeat is its volunteer-driven ethos, with community members managing programming, reporting news, and serving as board members. KOPN distinguishes itself through eclectic programming, broadcasting local music, indie rock, blues, jazz, folk, world music, electronic music, and classical. Beyond music, KOPN airs local news, public affairs programs, interviews with community leaders and artists, educational programs, and specialty shows. The station prioritizes local content, covering Mid-Missouri news and events, promoting local musicians, and providing a platform for local organizations. Listener support is vital to KOPN's operation. Regular pledge drives are conducted to solicit donations from the audience, ensuring the station's continued broadcasting. Furthermore, KOPN plays an educational role, providing training and opportunities in radio broadcasting, journalism, and media production. Community engagement is fostered through hosting events and concerts, participating in local festivals, and providing a platform for community announcements.