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Special LPFM Window for Kilgore, Texas

Jan 31, 2007 1:45 PM

Kilgore, Texas.  A noncommercial station there was providing classical music, but the licensee proposed to assign the station to a group that was not likely to continue to offer classical programming.   263 of the good citizens of Kilgore – objected to the assignment application, pointing out that the loss of the classical music format would be contrary to the public interest.

While the FCC has for over 30 years stated that they will not dictate format choices by the buyer of a broadcast station, the FCC found in this case that the community interest in classical service justified the immediate opening of a filing window for a new LPFM station.The staff announced that, for the next 90 days, it would accept applications for new LPFM stations in Kilgore.  It noted that at least one channel (Channel 246) would work at specified coordinates  – but the invitation to file new applications was not restricted to that suggested channel, so it’s possible that more than one new operation may be proposed.

The FCC decision implies that the window would be for listeners of the station to provide a replacement service, though the details have not been made clear as to whether the only applicants that will be allowed must be former listeners, or whether only applicants proposing classical music will be permitted. 

The decision also seems to set a precedent that could cause future issues.  If a party doesn't like a sale and potential format change, will an LPFM always be available to provide alternate service?  And could an entity that wants to file for an LPFM station, but cannot because their is no open window in which to file, find a local sale of a station to protest in an attempt to convince the Commission to open a special window for that community?

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