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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Don't miss 'The Only Bombay Blues Man' in action at the Chico Women's Club!
Tune in Thurs 12/19 @ 5pm Radio Shorts collaboration between KZFR, the Brain Injury Coalition, and graduates from Chico State’s Communication Sciences & Disorders program.
3:59pm, 12-18-2024
From Doo-Wop to Punk from Americana to Reggae there's a holiday show that'll add a little cheer to everyone's celebrations this winter.
1:18pm, 12-16-2024
After many years on KZFR Becky & Noah retire their show that shared news & explored music from the Hmong, Thai and Lao and cultures.
11:43am, 12-12-2024
We've been nice all year so we're hoping you'll remember the Mighty Zephyr when you're shopping this holiday season.