Record #:

22039

Author(s):

Porter, Jane

Abstract:

They are called LPFM, or Low Power FM stations, and they are relatively rare. Only two exist in the Raleigh area--WCOM, 103.5 in Carrboro, and WRLY, 93.5, which covers a small section of northeastern Raleigh. These stations are small and can broadcast no further than 3.5 miles on 100 watts. Yet, these small frequencies on the FM dial are highly coveted. Kelly Reid and Jacob Downey have a station, Little Raleigh Radio (LRR), and they have requested the 105.6 position. However, they have competition from four religious groups, one as far away as Texas. Porter explains what the process involves.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 31 Issue 1, Jan 2014, p17-20, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Radio broadcasting--Raleigh; Lower power radio stations--Raleigh; LRR-FM (Proposed radio station: Raleigh)

Record #:

22194

Author(s):

Meltzer, Ashley

Abstract:

They are called LPFM, or Low Power FM stations, and they are relatively rare. They are small and can broadcast no further than 3.5 miles on 100 watts. Yet, these small frequencies on the FM dial are highly coveted. After five years of dreaming and planning, at 4 pm on Monday, February 17, 2014, Kelly Reid and Jacob Downey achieved their dream when Little Raleigh Radio (LRR) went on the air for the first time. At the moment the broadcast is online, but the ultimate aim is to have an LPFM signal. The station broadcasts local news, music and things of interest to the Raleigh community.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 31 Issue 10, Mar 2014, p29, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Radio broadcasting--Raleigh; Lower power radio stations--Raleigh; LRR-FM (Proposed radio station: Raleigh)