KBLY (100.5 MHz)[1] is a radio station licensed to Newcastle, Texas broadcasting a new Christian radio format containing both Contemporary Christian Praise and Country Gospel music. The station is owned by Positive Radio Network, LLC and has offices and a studio in Graham, Texas.
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| Frequency | 100.5 |
| Branding | Y100.5FM |
| Programming | |
| Format | Christian |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | Positive Radio Network, LLC |
| History | |
First air date | December 11, 2016 |
| Technical information | |
| Facility ID | 198777 |
| Class | A |
| ERP | 4.5 kW |
| HAAT | 115 meters (377 ft) |
Transmitter coordinates | 33°6′1.42″N 98°38′46.22″W / 33.1003944°N 98.6461722°W |
| Links | |
| Webcast | Listen live |
| Website | https://www.positiveradio.net/ |
History edit
KBLY came on the air early in December 2016 playing ad-free Christmas music. On December 26, 2016 KBLY flipped to its full-time format of Contemporary Christian Praise and Country Gospel. In 2018, the station was sold to Positive Radio Network, LLC, along with the permit for KCKB, for $87,000.[2][3][4] The sale price represented forgiveness of an outstanding debt owed to Positive Radio Network by previous owners Two Way Communications, LLC; the sale was consummated on January 3, 2019.
Programming edit
KBLY plays a unique mix of music and also provides long-form talk and public service programs.
Music edit
The music format, a mix of Contemporary Christian Praise and Country Gospel, is new to the Christian Radio industry and could be likened to a secular Bob or Jack FM format popular in larger markets.
Long-form talk and public service programs edit
KBLY provides air-time to several churches within its listening area, as well as rebroadcasting the radio show Pathway to Victory with Robert Jefress.
Sports edit
KBLY also provides seasonal sports to its listening area; including the Texas Rangers[5] and Dallas Cowboys.
References edit
- ^ "KBLY Facility Record".
- ^ "Deal Digest", Inside Radio. November 8, 2018. Retrieved July 9, 2019.
- ^ "Sold: Texas FM Pair, Florida AM, Tennessee College Station", All Access Music Group. November 2, 2018. Retrieved July 9, 2019.
- ^ Jacobson, Adam. "Ferris Wheels In A Sunshine State AM", Radio & Television Business Report. November 2, 2018. Retrieved July 9, 2019.
- ^ "Texas Rangers Radio Affiliates".
External links edit
- KBLY in the FCC FM station database
- KBLY in Nielsen Audio's FM station database