Civic Media has launched an `80s and `90s-based Classic Hits format on WCFW/105.7 (Chippewa Falls-Eau Claire) with “105 days of summer fun.”
FCC Monitor: FM Translator Seeks HD; Iowa, SD Stations Face Fines
A Minnesota FM translator is seeking permission to activate an HD Radio signal. Meanwhile, Iowa and South Dakota stations face fines for failing to submit required filings.
Weekly Log: Most from Shuttered Newsroom Land Across Town
At least seven people who worked in a now-shuttered Sioux City newsroom have landed at a former competitor. Meanwhile, Pioneer PBS provided an update on its outage.
FCC/CRTC Monitor: New Neb. FM Signing On; McCook Station Returns
A Nebraska radio station has returned to the air, while a new Nebraska FM is signing on. Meanwhile, Canadian regulators have approved a Brandon radio sale.
Pirate Overtakes Clipper in Sturgeon Bay
A Classic Rock “Pirate” has overtaken a Classic Country “Clipper” in Sturgeon Bay.
Iowa Catholic Radio Buys Southern Iowa FM Station
The parent organization of Iowa Catholic Radio is buying a station in the southern part of the state to add to its growing network.
Weekly Log: Minneapolis ND Promoted, New Channels in Mankato
A Minneapolis news director is getting a new role. Meanwhile, Twin Cities TV stations are planning tower work this summer and there are more channels coming to Mankato.
End of “Takeaway” Means Changes to MPR, WPR Schedules
Public radio services are adjusting their schedules due to the impending end of “The Takeaway,” an hourlong weekday news magazine from WNYC.
FCC Denies Applications for New Minneapolis FM Stations
The FCC has denied applications for two new non-commercial stations in Minneapolis, saying the applicant failed to make the case for necessary waivers.
FCC Monitor: Western Minn. PBS Station Remains Off the Air
Recent FCC filings include Civic Media closing on its purchase of eight Magnum stations, as well as an Iowa college FM station saying it’s not yet ready to return to the air.