KVNV began broadcasting under the callsign KXNV, branded as Radio Free Reno and was owned by Open Sky Media.
KVNV was acquired by Nevada Public Radio for $550,000 in November 2016;[5] the purchase was consummated on February 17, 2017.
The Fine 89 changed their branding to JiveRadio and continues to operate online with content aimed for the Reno area.
[6] Subsequently broadcasting an adult album alternative format under the branding "NV-89", KVNV flipped to a full simulcast of KNPR on September 6, 2019.
The change was necessitated due to funding shortfalls at Nevada Public Radio that forced the organization to lay off its Reno-based staffers.