Santamaria Broadcasting’s KMNQ/1470 (Brooklyn Park), which serves the northern half of the Twin Cities metro area, has switched to “Amor.”
Author: Jon Ellis
Winnipeg’s “Power 97” Transitions to Iconic Alternative
Corus Entertainment has transitioned Winnipeg heritage Rocker “Power 97” (CJKR-FM/97.5) from mainstream Rock to Alternative Classics.
FCC Monitor: KNBN Sale Closes, Iowa FM Seeks Upgrade
Forum Communications has closed on its purchase of Rapid City’s NBC affiliate. Elsewhere, Iowa’s KDAO-FM is seeking another power boost following its recent frequency change.
Forum Sells WDAY Radio After 89 Years of Ownership
Forum Communication is selling WDAY/970 (Fargo) to Bakken Beacon Media, which already operates the station as part of its Flag Family Media business.
Weekly Log: Scripps News to Leave Air; CHSN Coming to IA, WI
One digital subchannel will leave the air while another one arrives. Meanwhile, a Minnesota radio station has switched much of its lineup to “Podcast Radio.”
FCC Monitor: Iowa FM Changes Frequency
A central Iowa FM station has changed frequency, paving the way for a Des Moines upgrade. Elsewhere, South Dakota’s KDLO-TV is back to full power after building a new tower.
Weekly Log: Four New Faces at KMSP; New WPR Associate Dir.
The Minneapolis FOX O&O has a new anchor and several new reporters. Elsewhere, a Milwaukee TV anchor is departing.
FCC Monitor: MPR Returns to Alexandria; Black Hills FM Signal Upgrades
Recent FCC filings include an Alexandria FM translator returning to the air, the grant of a new student LPFM station in Minot, and word that a Duluth LPTV station won’t operate.
Weekly Log: New Radio Hosts in Green Bay, Des Moines
There are new radio hosts in Green Bay and Des Moines and a new TV news manager in Green Bay.
Bott Radio Network Signs On New North Platte Radio Station
Bott Radio Network has signed on a new station in North Platte, Neb., according to an FCC filing.