Dave Ryan, one of the longest-running hosts in Twin Cities radio history and a respected industry leader, is retiring after 33 years at KDWB/101.3.
Rhythmic Adult Contemporary Format Launches in Winnipeg
Native Communications has flipped CIUR-FM/104.7 (Winnipeg) from “Now Country” to “Ziibi 104.7,” featuring a broad range of rhythmic hits.
FCC Monitor: Central Minnesota AM Station Back to Full Power
One Minnesota radio station has returned to full power while two others are at reduced power. Elsewhere, an Omaha radio group sale has been approved.
Waiver Sought to Restore Historic Three-Letter Callsign
The buyer of an Omaha radio station has requested a waiver from the FCC to restore the station’s historic three-letter callsign.
Weekly Log: Lineup Changes at Two Twin Cities Talk Stations
One Twin Cities radio station has changed its early morning schedule, while another has added a new show in late evenings. Meanwhile, a TV dispute that affected many markets is over.
Radio Group in North-Central Iowa Adds Two Stations
OnTheGoMedia, which owns two stations in north-central Iowa, has taken over operations of an additional two stations in the region.
Civic Media Station in SW Wis. Flips from Talk to Oldies
Civic Media has flipped an AM station and its FM translator in southwestern Wisconsin from News/Talk to Full-Service Oldies.
FCC Monitor: Rincon TV Sale Approved, Iowa FM Changes Frequency
The FCC has approved Community News Media’s purchase of stations from Rincon Broadcasting. Also, a southern Iowa FM station has changed frequency.
Newer Music Reaches Nebraska’s “Island” Following Sale
“107.7 The Island” (KSYZ-FM Grand Island) has switched to newer music following its recent ownership change.
Weekly Log: Twin Cities Morning Host Adds Afternoon Show
A Twin Cities morning host is now also hosting afternoons on a different station. Elsewhere, there are hints of an upcoming change in Rice Lake, Wis.