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Author: Jon Ellis

Newsroom Notes: The Future of Local TV is Already Streaming

Posted on July 22, 2025July 22, 2025 by Jon Ellis

After decades of audience erosion, the model for how legacy TV operates is changing quickly. One thing is clear: the only future for local media is local content.

Duluth FM Station Switches Christian Programming (Updated)

Posted on July 21, 2025July 21, 2025 by Jon Ellis

WJRF/89.5 (Duluth) has switched to the “Voice of the Master” following the network’s purchase of the station.

FCC Monitor: Independence, Iowa, FM Station to Return Soon

Posted on July 21, 2025July 19, 2025 by Jon Ellis

A filing indicates a silent FM radio station in Independence, Iowa, could return within weeks. Meanwhile, two Wisconsin FM stations continue transmitter repairs.

Fundraiser’s Minnesota Drama Highlights YouTube’s Success

Posted on July 19, 2025July 23, 2025 by Jon Ellis

In an era when we’re concerned about spending too much time on social media, Ryan Trahan is turning social media back into real life.

NRG Media Spins Off Omaha AM and FM Translator

Posted on July 19, 2025July 19, 2025 by Jon Ellis

NRG Media is selling its Spanish-language radio station in the Omaha market.

Weekly Log: Two Milwaukee Radio Vets Return

Posted on July 18, 2025July 18, 2025 by Jon Ellis

Two Milwaukee radio hosts let go from their previous stations have found new homes on the dial. Elsewhere, Spirit Catholic Radio is planning to expand outside of Nebraska.

American Family Radio Buys Des Moines FM Station

Posted on July 16, 2025July 17, 2025 by Jon Ellis

The parent organization of American Family Radio is buying an FM station in Des Moines.

Why the 39% TV Ownership Cap Is Really Already 78%

Posted on July 16, 2025July 16, 2025 by Jon Ellis

Discussion of raising the 39% ownership cap ignores the fact that it’s really already 78%.

Townsquare Returns Licenses of Davenport AM, FM Translator

Posted on July 15, 2025 by Jon Ellis

Three months after taking them off the air, Townsquare Media has returned the licenses of KBOB/1170 (Davenport) and FM translator K281DB/104.1 (Davenport).

FCC Monitor: Storm Rotates Antenna Atop IDS Center

Posted on July 14, 2025August 2, 2025 by Jon Ellis

A storm has moved an antenna atop the IDS Center in Minneapolis, forcing an FM translator to reduce power. Elsewhere, an AM station has gone silent and two FM stations are at reduced power.

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