Lance also advises stations, talent and brands on digital content strategies, programming integrations, and brand extensions. Had Raleigh-area radio stars like Jimmy Capps, Bill Jackson, Bob Farrington, or Wally Ausley touched this very board? I started out applying for a weekend job, and it was filled. Copyright 2014 Brand Exponents All Rights Reserved, City of License: Raleigh, NC Ritner moved to news in 1980. [43] This deal also made WPTF the new flagship station for the network.[44]. Listen Live. WPTF's transmitter site is a three-tower facility off East Chatham Street, near Maynard Road NE, in Cary, North Carolina. The kitchen is a retro-collector's dream. 201, Raleigh, NC 27604 Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Advertising Advertise with us! Bart Ritner went to work at WPTF in 1966, staying for 39 years. As a Class A station, WBT has more protections from other radio stations, while WPTF enjoys Class B status. The loss of long-time staples Limbaugh and Sean Hannity proved challenging for WPTF, and the station's ratings declined. Kearney settles into his swivel chair and throws a set of headphones around his neck, all the while talking non-stop in his eastern North Carolina drawl, distracting his guest from the realization that she is seconds away from going live around the world. But work keeps me busy, so there are no plans right now.". As of September 15, 2008, WPTF began streaming its local and syndicated line up. Bart Ritner went to work at WPTF in 1966, staying for 39 years. Authorization is only required to store your personal settings. This town in the Sandhills calls to the greats. From helicopters over Texas, to national voice work, to morning show host, Mary Kennedy has been heard and seen all over America. WPTF's format was, in effect, split on March 13, 2012, when much of its talk programming moved to sister station WPTK, which was branded as TalkRadio 850 WPTF. When the talk occasionally veers into the controversial and a caller oversteps the boundary of civility, Kearney loads on his trademark sweetness: Thank you for your thoughts, and I believe youve had an adequate chance to express them, hell say. We celebrate the people and places that make this state great. Her ability to connect with the audience with her unique presentation, provided the opportunity to move to Phoenix and join the Johnjay & Rich Show on 104.7 KISSFM. that post, LuMaye described the dismissal as liberating,, Six Triangle Harris Teeter grocery stores receive anonymous bomb threats, police say. But when she does catch her breath, you may find her on one of her social channels where you can connect with her. WPTF has historically provided hurricane coverage to residents of the Carolinas. After the September 2008 death of Jack Boston, Scott Fitzgerald took over North Carolina Morning News (5:309:00 am). His first taste of broadcasting came when he earned an amateur radio license and began tapping out messages in Morse code to distant strangers. All Rights Reserved. Long-time staple "The Weekend Gardener," hosted by Mike Raley and Ann Clapp, is heard for three hours on Saturday mornings. [37] NC State athletic officials cited their desire to be on an FM signal with a multi-year contract and the ability to collect more local advertising revenue, conditions that Curtis Media was unwilling to provide. Ritner returned to "Open Line" in 1986 and moved it from evenings to afternoons. [19] On December 1, 1927 the station moved to 550kHz,[20][21] which was followed by a power increase to 1,000 watts. The stations also will broadcast coaches' shows for Football and Men's Basketball, and the weekly show "Primetime in the ACC". Lady La is genuinely part of the fabric that makes Phoenix such a great city. Rick Parkes is the owner of Diversified Estate Solutions, a financial planning firm in Raleigh, N.C. Shes feisty and fearless without being abrasive and shrill. Priscilla is a proud Arizona native and loves being involved in organizations that impact her community like The Million Dollar Teacher Project and Adelante Mami. He taught part-time at N.C. State through most of the 1970s before a friend mentioned WPTF needed an engineer/producer to fill in on weekends. One Line Job Description. She uses her connections in Nashville and electric personality to introduce the hottest new acts to Valley country music fans on the #1 rated Country radio station, 102.5 KNIX. WPTF will carry all games for each team, plus coaches shows and the weekly Primetime in the ACC. Weekends feature shows on health, money, gardening and home improvement, some of which are paid brokered programming. Dusty metal stairs curl in a steep spiral as we head into a deep basement that Michels describes as a "Frankenstein Laboratory.". However, it is somewhat spotty in parts of Virginia, only 50 miles north. In addition to radio, Kyleis an accomplished TV host, seen on Your Life Arizona and can be seen around town donating her time to charity. Curtis Media News/Talk 680 WPTF Raleigh/98.5 W253CY Cary NC will be the new home for University of North Carolina mens basketball and football starting in September. Im just the radio guy. WPTF had served as the flagship station for the NC State Wolfpack sports network for more than 40 years until Wolfpack Sports Marketing announced it had signed a ten-year deal to move its flagship to Capitol Broadcasting Company's WRAL-FM. Luckily, no matter which side of this delicious rivalry you fall on, barbecue is a food that brings people together. The show moved to Clear Channel Communications (now iHeartMedia's) new FM talk radio station, 106.1 WRDU (now WTKK), which competes now is now with WPTF. Research Triangle, September22,1924(1924-09-22) (as WFBQ), Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Research Triangle. His most popular show was "Open Line", an hour-long call-in-show started in 1966 and expanded to two hours in 1973. Hear her on 99.9 KEZ from 10 A.M. to 3 P.M. Connect with Melissa On Facebook & Twitter. With rounded windows and curved edges, the building looks tiny on the outside, but cuts deep underground into a shelter that allowed announcers to broadcast through wars and hurricanes. Most of coastal South Carolina, including the city of Charleston was without power, so local radio stations were knocked off the air. A collection of unique vintage radios decorates his office. Well right here! This brought Bill LuMaye back to 680-AM from 9am-Noon, Clark Howard 1pm-3pm, with LuMaye again from 8pm-9pm. I'd love to do that. There's also a well-preserved First Aid pamphlet, printed in 1960. something out of nothing !!!!!! Old equipment spills out over shelves and fills overflowing boxes - who knows what classic radio treasures might be found inside? Cue is our states signature sustenance, but with two distinct styles eastern and Lexington thats typically where our agreement ends. Arizona born Suzette has a love for music and a dedicated work ethic that has helped launch her career in radio before graduating the University of Arizona. [23], In the early 1930s, WPTF was a pioneer in educational radio. Kearney turns 70 this month and could retire, but he loves his evening forays too much. In August 2015, WPTK dropped its talk show programs. If it happened today, lets talk about it tonight on The Jim Bohannon Show. She was born and raised in North Carolina, worked on a Top 40 morning show until her sense of adventure brought her to Phoenix two years ago. I tried to imagine what it might be like to live in this building, producing live shows 24 hours a day during the Golden Age of Radio. [46] This station is now WRDC Channel 28. In 1996, the opening images of the music video for the Squirrel Nut Zippers song Hell included still photographs of the WPTF transmitter site in Cary, in order to establish the video's 1940s theme. WPTF is the Raleigh/Durham affiliate of the University of North Carolina Tar Heel Sports Network, sharing flagship status with WCHL in Chapel Hill. $1 million lottery ticket sold in NC but winner hasnt come forward. Brooke is an adventurous, 20-something, navigating her way around The Valley. The Retirement Income Show with Rick Parkes. Sherrill laughs, "If the world was ending and Raleigh citizens were all trapped in their houses, you'd be listening to this music a lot. The Flagstaff City Council will be discussing and taking public comment on two ordinances pertaining to phase one of the NAH Health Village Tuesday afternoon. Its call letters date back to the former longtime owner of the station, Durham Life Insurance Company, whose motto was "We Protect The Family." Many of these on-air figures go on to larger markets, or become long-time Raleigh-Durham favorites. 919-790-9392. We know that Carolina fans are excited about the year to come, and Curtis Medias wide reach will help us connect and stay connected with our supporters.. However, this enticing building has been closed to the public, mostly forgotten, for decades. Melissa believes life needs a soundtrack, and to her, it's the biggest honor to get to narrate that soundtrack! WPTF aired NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and Nationwide Series racing, starting with the 2011 Daytona 500.[41]. Double-L, or Lois Lewis, is an Arizona native who graduated at the top of her class (High School Valedictorian; Magna Cum Laude at Arizona State University). Our first one in 2023! Beth became one of the first women in the country to host a major market morning show. Almost a year later on a late spring evening, listeners heard these words from the announcer on duty: "Ladies and Gentlemen, there will be a few moments of silence while engineers switch from WPTF's 5,000 watts transmitter unit and begin operation for the first time with its new 50,000 watts transmitter." Priscilla isa proud Arizona nativeand loves beinginvolved in organizations that impact her community like The Million Dollar Teacher Project and Adelante Mami. Today, shes the Assistant Producer where she writes copy, produces segments and is a regular performer on the show. Below are some of a few. Before you start your next project, call Dave Alexander at Making Your Home Great and get advice on a wide range of topics including home design, renovation, and more from Triangles home improvement experts. When shes not on the air, you can find her podcast on iHeartRadio, called Raw Talks with Suzette. Mary is the Producer and co-host of the morning show on Mix 96.9 and is heard in Tucson on KMIY. Address: 3012 Highwoods Blvd. [13][14] Operations were moved to the Sir Walter Hotel, with the station's transmitting antenna strung between two towers constructed on the roof. Since then, hes built up a loyal audience of regular listeners. "Station WPTF On The Sir Walter Hotel" (advertisement). Please enter your username or email address to reset your password. Many of these on-air figures go on to larger markets, or become long-time Raleigh-Durham favorites. WPTF 98.5 FM 680 AM is your home for News, Talk, and Traffic. [16], In the summer of 1927, WRCO was purchased by the Durham Life Insurance Company, which moved the station to 720 kHz, now with 500 watts, and changed the call letters to WPTF,[18] reflecting the new owner's motto of "We Protect The Family". All campgrounds on the Flagstaff, Northern Arizona University announced Thursday that four people will receive honorary doctorates during spring commencement. Students in area schools that had radio were able to listen to a daily broadcast, with topics that included "Citizenship", "Science", "Social Studies" and "Art, Music and Literature". 5:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. As of 1948, WPTF was an affiliate of NBC Radio. She began her radio career as an intern at 104.7 KISSFM and quickly fell in love with the art of radio. WPTF-FM later moved to 94.7 and today is Country music station WQDR, still co-owned by Curtis Media. These days, much of the programming is syndicated and full of political vitriol, left and right. For his 6th birthday, the only present he wanted was to be allowed to turn on the family radio all by himself. Don Curtis, whose company later bought the station called the show "one of the nation's first daily two-way talk programs". [9] The original call letters were randomly assigned from a sequential roster of available call signs. Her anything goes style, mixed with her easy to relate to home life, makes Priscilla a fixture in Phoenix radio. "There's where we used to load in all the massive equipment required to make this place run." As well, when she moved to Phoenix in 2013, she became the very first female sports radio personality in the entire state of Arizona. The stations also will broadcast coaches shows for Football and Mens Basketball, and the weekly show Primetime in the ACC. 98.7W254AS (Rolesville)107.5W298DB (Smithfield), WPTF (680 AM) is a commercial radio station broadcasting a news/talk radio format. Although many attempts were made over the next several years, it was not until 1933 that the station increased its power to 5,000 watts. Sports can be controversial, but as a morning man, Maury usually left that to Dornburg. The loss of long-time staples Rush Limbaugh and [Sean Hannity]] has proved challenging for WPTF. Think of me as your Ed McMahon. He hosted the morning show "Ask Your Neighbor", with people giving advice or recipes. Some Wolfpack fans around the East Coast were unhappy with the move because it cut the audience of Wolfpack sports, especially at night, because of the reduced power. Online Radio Box uses cookies in order to provide the best service for our users. I stepped into the room with the 360-degree view, approaching the soundboard. Men in dated clothes are setting up some of the original equipment. [10], William Wynne had long been a local technical leader. She received her degree from Arizona State University and was a member of the ASU Spirit Squad. The station played classical music before switching to album rock and the new call letters WQDR-FM in 1973, and later became a Country music station, still co-owned by Curtis Media. With completely unmarred photos, pamphlets, and equipment dating back to the 1930's and 40's, it makes one wonder how long it's been since anyone's really touched the WPTF building. Olson laughs and tears up as callers congratulate and thank her for years of nurturing authors and promoting good books. Record number of inmates died in North Carolina jails. "This is the bomb shelter," says Sherrill. By the 1970s, the AM station offered a "full service format with news, talk, and adult contemporary music," and the FM was playing classical music before switching to album rock and the call letters WQDR-FM in 1973. News/talk radio station in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, This article is about the AM radio station. The basement of WPTF is more like a disaster shelter, but I guess it could have been used for bombs, too.". Following the move of the conservative programs to the new FM Talk Radio station, WPTF's ratings were significantly impacted. On a recent night, Kearney arrives 30 minutes ahead of airtime and ambles into the studio with his guest in tow. In addition, the station also hosts local talk shows with Bill LuMaye and Tom Kearney. They introduce you to new songs, artists and the biggest music events in America, like our iHeartRadio Music Festival. In 1922, at the age of 55, Wynne sold his telephone company and opened the radio equipment store. support@gcmaz.com (928) 774-5231. Bake for 25-35 minutes, until puffed and golden. [11] As of June 30, 1924, he held a license for amateur station 4RU, located at 323 Hillsboro Street in Raleigh.[12]. Connect with Ashley On Twitter & Instagram. The hour flies by. Read more of her work on her blog . This is only the start of something so much bigger than I could have imagined only a few days ago. They both run at 50,000 watts with a non-directional signal in the daytime and a directional signal at night to protect other radio stations on their frequency. Officials say at around 6:45 p.m. Saturday, deputies responded, The pause on recycling in the City of Flagstaff will remain in place until further notice. Its studios are located in Raleigh, and the transmitter tower is in Cary, North Carolina. Programming: News/Talk. Delaney is an Arizona native and fresh to the radio scene! [40] The show moved to Clear Channel Communications (now iHeartMedia's) FM talk radio station, 106.1 WRDU (now WTKK). Ritner returned to "Open Line" in 1986 and moved it from evenings to afternoons. The show, Beth & Friends continues to dominate the market in her 32nd year and is the official kickoff to Christmas music each holiday season on 99.9 KEZ. In December 2009, Brian Freeman, program director of sister station WSJS in Winston-Salem, North Carolina took over the same duties at WPTF and became the host of North Carolina's Morning News. NC State athletic officials cited their desire to be on an FM signal with a multi-year contract and the ability to collect more local advertising revenue, conditions that Curtis Media was unwilling to provide. We are very pleased to welcome Carolina alumni and fans to listen to Tar Heel football and basketball on WPTF this fall.. Connect with Kyle On Instagram, Twitter & Facebook. https://rss.com/podcasts/wptf-morning-show/916230/" It's the end-of-week news magazine show you can take with you wherever you go. . Join Dr. Brian Forrest each week for a new health topic. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. About KAFF News; Contact Us; Weather; Advertise with GCMAZ; Careers at GCMAZ; Stations. WPTF's format was split on March 13, 2012, when much of its talk programming moved to sister station WPTK, which was branded as TalkRadio 850 WPTF. Dusty amps, soundboards, and equipment date back to another era. Bob Kwesell, whose conservative views offended a number of listeners but attracted many newcomer and increased advertising, was dropped on November 17, 1986. WPTF On-air Staff WPTF has a storied history developing ultra-conservative personalities. The station is owned by Curtis Media Group. How do we use Cookies. On August 19, 1926 the station was authorized to increase its power to 100 watts. Connect With Mary on Twitter and Instagram. He has helped individuals not outlive their money in retirement as a financial advisor for more than four decades. "North Carolina State College of Agriculture and Engineering of the University of North Carolina" entry. Sports, music, news, audiobooks, and podcasts. As of 1948, WPTF became an affiliate of the NBC Red Network. In addition to broadcasting up and down the East Coast, the show will stream on the Internet. "Oh," he says, "I've dreamed of it. Connect with Beth on Instagram & Facebook. Starting with the 2011 Daytona 500, WPTF began airing NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and Nationwide Series racing. [24], Although many attempts were made over the next several years, it was not until 1933 that the station was authorized to increase its power to 5,000 watts. The agreement also included broadcasts of men's basketball, along with the coaches' shows for both sports, and the weekly Primetime In The ACC show. | Website by Web Publisher PRO, A Year-Round Guide to Franklin and Nantahala, Judges of the 2022 Made in NC Awards: Style, Year of the Trail: 3 Paved Greenways in the Piedmont, A Locals Guide to Downtown Southern Pines. Hope you like it!". "Want to go see the bomb shelter?" His regular guests include an economist, a pharmacist, a stamp-and-coin expert, and the director of the North Carolina Center for Public Policy Research. One of the four is Bill Gates, who will deliver, Flagstaffs Pulliam Airport will temporarily close its runway in July due to pavement maintenance. Program Director: Kristine Bellino, Current Employees "But back in the 50's, it was staffed round the clock. It is owned by the Curtis Media Group, with studios located on Highwoods Boulevard in Raleigh. Station Location WPTF, 3012 Highwoods Blvd., Ste. Its nighttime signal is primarily required to protect the dominant Class A station on 680 kHz, KNBR in San Francisco, and also must avoid interfering with several stations to the north on 680 kHz, including WCBM in Baltimore, WRKO in Boston and CFTR in Toronto. The multi-year agreement kicks off with the 2021-22 college athletics season, and the first gameday broadcast on WPTF 98.5 FM and 680 AM will be Sept. 3, when Carolina Football plays at Virginia Tech. He was the only reporter at a 1982 hostage incident at Central Prison, helping to negotiate and end the standoff. WPTF Radio (680 AM) - www.wptf.com WCMC Radio (99.9 FM) - www.wralsportsfan.com Television Stations Please click "I agree" to ensure that you'll have the best experience of using our website. As we head back out, I linger a moment to look at a vintage WPTF sign and a black-and-white photo of the basement when it was decades younger. CBS Sunday Morning is the top-rated Sunday morning news program in all the key demos, and features stories on the arts, music, nature, entertainment, sports, history, science, Americana, and highlights unique human accomplishments and achievements. The station and transmitter site ran on generator power, allowing residents in the Triangle and beyond to call in for storm and damage information and find out where to get needed supplies, such as ice, water, and food. [42] On July 28, 2021, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's Tar Heel Sports Network switched its Raleigh/Durham affiliate from WTKK to WPTF beginning with the 2021 football season. [32] On May 24, 1941, WPTF began operating with a replacement 50,000 watt transmitter. Because of WPTF's directional nighttime signal, the station assisted the residents of Charleston, South Carolina after Hurricane Hugo hit the state in 1989. She was partnered with Bill Austin for the Beth and Bill show that enjoyed a 20 year run until Bills death in 2010. RALEIGH, NC (WTVD) -- The distinct Art Deco style clearly defines the WPTF radio station as a 1940's classic. WPTF succeeds iHeartMedias 106.1 FM Talk WTKK Knightdale, which has carried the games since 2005. There are no limits for this adventure seeking, former Sun Devil and current food truck owner. See actions taken by the people who manage and post content. Things moved rather rapidly for the new owners. Drawn to thehealing power of music, witha passion for helping people, and a thirst to master the business, Kyle moved up quickly and found herself co-hosting nights on 104.7 KISSFM. Its daytime signal gives AM 680 at least grade B coverage as far west as Charlotte, as far east as Wilmington and as far north as the Roanoke suburbs. "String Telephone 60 Years Ago Started Will Wynne on Communications Career". The Financial Safari began as a radio show on one station in North Carolina in 2007 when Peter J. DArruda was offered a chance to share his financial expertise on the air. Kearney, who joined the station in 1982, told listeners Thursday that he no. WPTF (680 AM) is a commercial radio station broadcasting a news/talk radio format. He hosted the morning show "Ask Your Neighbor", with people giving advice or recipes. Enjoy a variety of news talk and music programming on WPTF, the Triangle's home for News Talk that Matters. WPTF 680 AM Georgann Eubanks has been a guest on "The Tom Kearney Show" three times (so far). WPTF is a member of the Curtis Media Group. Suite 201, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 Parent Company Curtis Media announced in August, 2009 the acquisiiton of The North Carolina News Network from Capitol Broadcasting Company of Raleigh. The majority of our shows can be reached by dialing the WPTF Studio Line at (919) 860-WPTF (9783). Her anything goes style, mixed with her easy to relate to home life, makes Priscilla a fixture in Phoenix radio. Visit our, UNC Football & Mens Basketball Moves To WPTF, Ramona Halloway To Move From WLNK Mornings to Radio One Charlotte Community Affairs Manager, Cort Johnson Joins 98.1 The Breeze For Mornings As Jack Kulp Retires, Christen Limon Rises To KYSR Music Coordinator, WKHX Launches Amanda & Garrett In Middays. Like his role model, Carl Goerch, hes come to think of himself as a professional North Carolinian. Danas original brand of young, punk-rock, conservative irreverence has found a fast-growing multi-media audience. The station continued to air The Dave Ramsey Show in the late morning hours until it was picked up by WTKK on June 15, 2013. After a year of successful operation, the station had its call letters changed to WRCO, for Wynne Radio Company. Raleigh-based conservative radio host Bill LuMaye was fired from his post at WPTF News Radio 680 earlier this month, but that doesn't mean you can't still hear his show. Licensed to Raleigh, the station serves the Research Triangle area of North Carolina. Early in 1927 the station requested from the government 500 watts of power. Members of garden clubs across the state know that the secret to a beautiful backyard is hard work, patience, and a passion for plants. News Radio 680 WPTF invites listeners to call in and ask their health-related questions to Cardiologist and Internal Medicine Specialist Dr. Franklin Wefald. Her electric and one-of-a-kind personalitygot the attention of the syndicated JOHNJAY AND RICH SHOW, who asked her to join the team. "Each show reresents months and even years of research offering thought-rovoking, non-denominational rogramming on current events in light of Gods biblical timetable.Candace exlains, These are not normal times. Necessary cookies are responsible for the basic functionality of Online Radio Box. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. 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I have tried to do something different.. She left radio for a couple years to start a family before Beth becoming the co-host on 99.9 KEZ. Fax: 919-882-1746 I was in high school and I thought it would make girls like me. Known for her voice of reason and warm energy, Lady La has built a career off of one simple philosophy, live every moment with gratitude. With a flexible spatula, remove strata to, Drive after sunset on any rural road in eastern North Carolina, and you can pick up AM radio stations as far away as St. Louis, Chicago, and New Orleans. Faded brick-red and metal, it dwarves modern-day extinguishers, appearing instead like a miniature cannon, propped up on a rusted metal contraption with wide-spoke wheels. is wamsutta going out of business, keller williams realty complaints,
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