Viewers in most Upper Midwest TV markets have seen at least one channel change in the last week amid several network launches and changes.
Author: Jon Ellis
FCC Monitor: New FM Signs On in UP; South Dakota AM Returns
Recent FCC filings include a small new FM station signing on in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and a South Dakota AM station returning to the air.
“Prayz Network” Signs On Fifth Station With Four More Planned
Wisconsin’s Prayz Network has signed on a fifth station, with WEQR/100.9 (Tomahawk) extending its reach into the Northwoods.
Weekly Log: Volunteers Help Keep Radio Stations On Air During Flood
Volunteers helped fill sandbags to keep floodwaters out of the Spencer Radio Group building. Elsewhere, a mayor has honored an Iowa radio veteran who was part of recent Alpha Media cuts.
FCC Monitor: New LPFM Granted in Milwaukee Suburb
The FCC has granted a new low-power FM station in a Milwaukee suburb. In other filings, a new FM station has signed on in South Dakota.
“Boomer Radio” Expands to Lincoln
The Omaha-based “Boomer Radio” has expanded to Lincoln, where it is now heard on Walnut Radio’s K294DJ/106.7.
Minot Christian Station Boosts Power from 100 to 100,000 Watts
A Minot Christian radio station has gotten a major power boost as it moves from a low-power to a full-power license.
MeTV Signs On New TV Station in Green Bay Market
Weigel Broadcasting’s TV-49 Inc. has signed on a new full-power TV station in the Green Bay market carrying MeTV and several other Weigel networks.
Off Topic: New Surprises in the World of Hotel TV’s
I wrote about the vastly different ways hotels handle TV service a couple of years ago, and after a recent roadtrip, it’s time for an update.
Weekly Log: MeTV Toons to Have Many Affiliates at Launch
MeTV’s classic cartoons network will be seen in many Upper Midwest markets from day one. Meanwhile, multiple networks will simulcast CNN’s presidential debate.