Recent FCC filings include a channel plan for the launch of NextGen TV in the Quad Cities and a disclosure that two Minnesota radio stations are now being operated under a time brokerage agreement.
Category: Iowa
FCC Orders Time-Shared LPFM’s in 4 Wisconsin, Iowa Cities
The FCC has determined that low-power FM applicants for four frequencies in the Upper Midwest are tied and started the process of creating schedules for time-sharing.
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.
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: 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.
FCC Monitor: Wis. FM Station Upgrades Weeks After Sign-On
Less than a month after signing on, a new northern Wisconsin station has increased its power. Elsewhere, a North Dakota and Montana radio sale has closed.
Weekly Log: New Morning Host in Madison
A Madison radio station has announced a new morning host, while a well-known manager has departed a Minneapolis radio station. Meanwhile, there are two new TV journalists in Minneapolis.
FCC Monitor: Sioux Falls FM Station at Reduced Power
Recent FCC filings include a Sioux Falls FM station operating at reduced power due to an antenna problem and two Upper Peninsula FM stations seeking an extension to operate at reduced power.
FCC Monitor: New LPFM Granted in MN; Omaha LPFM Canceled
Recent FCC activity includes the grant of a new low-power FM station in Marshall, Minn., and cancellation of an Omaha low-power FM station that had reported going off the air last year.