WFNX (FM)
History
As WXXZ, this station along with KAOD (106.7 FM) in Babbitt, formerly simulcast KQDS-FM from Duluth. In 2017, Midwest Communications sold W288AI (Ely), WXXZ, and KAOD to Aurora Broadcasting LLC.
In 2017, WXXZ and KAOD both changed their call signs. WXXZ changed its call sign to WVVE, and KOAD changed its call sign to KZJZ.
In May 2018, after stunting, WVVE and KZJZ launched an adult album alternative format branded as "Radio North Of Ordinary".
In June 2019, Shire & Shore Communications announced that it would sell WVVE to Zoe Communications, Inc, however the transaction was never consummated.
On September 16, 2019, WVVE returned to air simulcasting WHRY, an oldies station in Hurley, Wisconsin. Its call sign was changed to WFNX on June 15, 2020.
In March 2021, the radio station, now operating as 95.3 The Otter, re-committed to its AAA format as a local, independent broadcasting company serving the Minnesota North Shore.
WFNX returned its license to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on January 23, 2024. The FCC cancelled it on January 25, 2024.
Sources
References
- ^ "Facility Technical Data for WFNX". Licensing and Management System. Federal Communications Commission.
- ^ North Shore Station Reverts to Classic Rock under New Owner. - Northpine.com
- ^ Classic Hits Station on Both Sides of Lake Superior
- ^ Only Commercial FM on Minnesota’s North Shore Returns License Northpine.com - January 27, 2024
External links
- Facility details for Facility ID 18531 (WFNX) in the FCC Licensing and Management System
- WFNX in Nielsen Audio's FM station database