A new voice is joining the morning lineup on KLDR 98.3 FM, and it comes with a mission rooted in community awareness and student safety. Beginning this month, listeners can tune in every other Thursday for a new segment titled On Duty and On Air with D.K. and Cassy, airing from 8:40 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
The segment is hosted by School Resource Officer Robby Koniezny of the Josephine County Sheriff’s Office, alongside DJ Cassy, bringing together law enforcement insight and local radio familiarity in a format designed to connect directly with families, students, and residents across the region.
The program is built around a straightforward goal: keeping kids safe by keeping the public informed. Through regular conversations, the segment is expected to address a wide range of topics that impact youth both inside and outside the classroom. These may include school safety practices, digital awareness, bullying prevention, and real-world situations that students and parents may encounter in Josephine County.
By placing a School Resource Officer behind the microphone, the segment offers something that is often missing from public safety discussions: direct access. Rather than relying on secondhand information or occasional updates, listeners will hear directly from someone working within the school system and law enforcement community. That perspective is intended to provide clarity, answer common questions, and help bridge the gap between public safety officials and the families they serve.
For KLDR, the addition reflects a continued effort to keep local programming relevant and community-focused. Morning radio has long been a gathering place for information, and this segment adds a practical layer to that tradition by focusing on issues that affect households across Southern Oregon on a daily basis.
For the Josephine County Sheriff’s Office, the segment represents an opportunity to extend its presence beyond school campuses and into the broader community. School Resource Officers already serve as a visible point of contact for students, often acting as both safety personnel and mentors. This radio platform expands that role, allowing important conversations to reach parents, guardians, and residents who may not otherwise have direct interaction with an S.R.O.
The timing of the segment, positioned during morning routines, is intentional. As families prepare for the day, the program aims to deliver concise, useful information that can be easily understood and applied. Whether it is a reminder about online safety, an explanation of school procedures, or insight into current concerns affecting youth, the segment is designed to be both accessible and actionable.
As it rolls out, On Duty and On Air with D.K. and Cassy is expected to become a consistent touchpoint for community engagement. In a region where local connection still matters, the combination of radio and real-world experience offers a simple but effective way to keep important conversations front and center.
Listeners across Josephine County can catch the segment every other Thursday on KLDR 98.3 FM, adding a new layer of local insight to the morning airwaves.