The former KHRT-FM, now KHTZ, has returned to the air ahead of a new format launch. Elsewhere, Omaha’s KFAB is back to 50kW after a short-lived power reduction.
Author: Jon Ellis
Cumulus Takes Des Moines AM, FM Translator Off Air (Updated)
Cumulus Media’s KBGG/1700 (Des Moines) and its FM translator, K267CY/101.3 (Des Moines), have gone off the air.
Weekly Log: KQRS Stunting; KLTC Adds FM Translator
KQRS is running jockless and telling listeners to come back on April 3. Elsewhere, Dickinson’s KLTC has added an FM translator and the St. Paul Saints will be on broadcast TV outside of Minneapolis for the first time.
FCC/CRTC Monitor: KFAB at Reduced Nighttime Power
Omaha’s KFAB/1110, normally 50kW day and night, is operating with reduced nighttime power. Elsewhere, an Iowa FM translator has returned to the air while a Minnesota FM translator has gone silent.
Iowa “Lift FM” Signals Sold to Separate Christian Broadcasters
A pair of Christian radio stations in southern Iowa is being sold to two different broadcasters.
Iowa Catholic Radio, “La Ley” to Swap Stations in Des Moines
Several Des Moines-area radio signals will make changes on April 1, with Iowa Catholic Radio and “La Ley” changing spots on the dial.
Weekly Log: Milwaukee Morning Host Cut; Omaha GM Retiring
A Milwaukee morning host has been cut, an Omaha general manager is retiring, and a longtime Eau Claire Christian radio manager and engineer has passed away.
FCC Monitor: Keokuk FM Sold; New Nebraska FM Goes Off Air
Recent FCC filings include the sale of a non-commercial FM station in Iowa and a Nebraska station leaving the air due to an antenna issue a month after it signed on.
Weekly Log: WELY Plans, Brewers on TV, News Director Moves
Ten Milwaukee Brewers games will air on regional broadcast TV this season. Elsewhere, there are two news director changes in South Dakota and a promotion in Iowa.
Sinclair Selling TV Stations in Four Midwest Markets
Sinclair Broadcast Group is selling TV stations in four Midwestern markets, including Milwaukee, according to documents filed with the FCC.