A proposed TV station swap creating new full-power duopolies could mark another step towards big changes in FCC policy.
Off Topic: After Three Years, Resuming a “Mini-Retirement”
I consider myself very fortunate that, after more than a quarter-century in a volatile business, this is the first time that leaving a job was not my idea.
Classic Country Gets Upgrade in Western Minnesota
One western Minnesota station has flipped to Classic Country and another has switched to News/Talk following their recent sale to Lakeland Media.
FCC Monitor: Several LPTV’s Seek Upgrades; Bismarck LPTV Sold
Several low-power TV stations have applied to move their transmitters closer to large cities. Meanwhile, a LPTV station in Bismarck is being sold.
Weekly Log: Numerous Radio, TV People Moves
Numerous radio and TV people moves include the announcement of a new Wisconsin TV GM, several retirements and departures, and several new faces on TV.
Gray Media Launches “North Star Sports” in 3 Minn. Markets
Gray Media Group has launched “North Star Sports & Entertainment Network” on DTV subchannels in three Minnesota markets.
FCC Approves Sinclair’s Sale of Stations in Four Midwestern Markets
The FCC has approved Sinclair Broadcast Group’s plan to sell TV stations in four Midwestern markets to Rincon Broadcasting Group, rejecting a petition to deny filed by Frequency Forward.
Civic Media Enters Michigan’s UP with Five-Station Purchase (Updated)
Wisconsin-based Civic Media is partnering with a Michigan company to buy five radio stations in the Upper Peninsula.
FCC Monitor: Several FM Stations at Reduced Power
Several Upper Midwest FM stations reported that they are or were operating at reduced power, while a South Dakota AM station has gone off the air again.
Des Moines AM Station, FM Translator Sold to Current Operator
After completing a signal shuffle earlier this year, Iowa Catholic Radio is selling two Des Moines stations to the company that currently programs “La Ley” on the signals.