WROV-HD2 (96.3 MHz) is an all-news radio station, aimed at African-American listeners and licensed to Martinsville, Virginia. It carries the Black Information Network and is owned by iHeartMedia, Inc.[1] The HD-2 digital subchannel feeds 250-watt FM translator W244AV at 96.7 MHz in Blacksburg, Virginia.
History
On February 8, 2018, WROV-HD2 rebranded as "Alt 96".[2]
On November 18, 2020, WROV-HD2 and W244AV changed their format from alternative rock to African-American-oriented news, branded as "Roanoke's BIN 96.7." Programming comes from the Black Information Network. The alternative rock format continues on 104.9 WSTV-HD2 and W245BG.[3]
Translator
WROV-HD2 is relayed by an FM translator to widen its broadcast area.[4]
| Call sign | Frequency | City of license | FID | ERP (W) | HAAT | Class | FCC info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W244AV | 96.7 FM | Blacksburg, etc., Virginia | 37748 | 250 | 180 m (591 ft) | D | LMS |
References
- ^ "WROV Facility Record". Federal Communications Commission, audio division. Retrieved December 8, 2014.
- ^ Alt name and Woody Show Come to Roanoke Radioinsight - February 8, 2018
- ^ Black Information Network Expands To Blacksburg Radioinsight - November 18, 2020
- ^ "W244AV Facility Record". Federal Communications Commission, audio division. Retrieved December 8, 2014.
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