KKFI
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| Broadcast area | Kansas City Metro Area |
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| Frequency | 90.1 MHz |
| First air date | 1988 |
| Format | Eclectic: Jazz, Blues, Rock music, World music, Talk, News |
| ERP | 100,000 watts |
| HAAT | 129 meters |
| Class | C1 |
| Owner | Mid-Coast Radio Project, Inc. |
| Webcast | Listen Live |
| Website | www.kkfi.org |
KKFI is an independent, non-commercial, non-profit, 501(c)(3), volunteer-based, community radio station located in Kansas City, Missouri. Formed in 1988, it broadcasts at 100,000 watts on 90.1 FM. Its mission is to provide programming to those in the Kansas City community who are otherwise un-represented or under-represented by mainstream media. Its eclectic music programming includes blues, jazz, reggae, rock, hip hop, alternative, Hispanic and world music. Its local and national public affairs programming includes shows dealing with working class, organized labor, peace, justice, LGBT, women, and alternative health issues.
History
KKFI is owned and operated by Mid-Coast Radio Project, Inc., which was founded in the late 1970s.[1][2] Historical newspaper clippings and memorabilia can be viewed at kkfistory.org.
Location
KKFI's studios are located at 3901 Main St., Kansas City, MO 64111. It is a Pacifica Radio affiliate and the area's home for Democracy Now!.
References
- ↑ "History of KKFI 90.1 FM – Mid-Coast Radio Founders Inspired by "Sex and Broadcasting"". KKFI. Retrieved 2016-09-25.
- ↑ "Mid-Coast Radio Project Inc. dba KKFI 90.1 FM". Greater Kansas City Community FoundationI. Retrieved 2016-09-25.