Fox News and Tucker Carlson, the right-wing extremist who used his prime time perch at the talk network to exert a firm grip over the Republican Party, have severed ties, the network said . KKGQ most recently had been operating as Country The Brand using 24/7 programming from SuiteRadio. [7] On November 6, Envision filed a second lawsuit against Rocking M in Sedgwick County District Court for failing to vacate the building that houses their station's studios, along with leaving behind damaged property and failing to pay rent for parking spaces. As part of the Consent Decree, the stations will all be given conditional one year license renewals as opposed to the usual seven year term. Harvey County District Court has ruled in favor of Envision Broadcast Network in its lawsuit against Rocking M Media and the Miller family that owns the company. Kansas Radio Operator Rocking M Media Files For Chapter 11. 2013-06-28. Rupert Murdoch, its founder, agreed to a massive settlement of $787.5 million, roughly two-thirds of . On July 2, 2018, KWME dropped its then-classic hits format (branded as "SuperHits 92.7") and began stunting with all-Patriotic music as "92.7 The Patriot." The Judge overseeing this case is CHRISTOPHER K. LUI. [22], During its tenure as "Q", ratings were in the upper 0smid-1 shares of the Wichita market, and often ranked as the lowest rated commercial station in the market. This story was originally published September 1, 2020, 1:33 PM. The station moved to 92.7 FM in December 2011, following KANR's move to 99.7 FM. CNN . The first song on "Kansas Country" was "Austin" by Pat Green. This website uses cookies. The completion date would be delayed a few more times, with a final scheduled completion date of October 31. [8] None of these attempts garnered any ratings success. Please enter your username or email address to reset your password. On October 11, Envision filed a lawsuit against Rocking M in Harvey County District Court, claiming that Rocking M did not meet a payment schedule related to sister station KKGQ's sale in 2017 and owed the company money (Envision sought $1.25 million plus interest, costs and attorneys' fees). The case status is Pending - Other Pending. In responding to the inquiry, Rocking M Media attributed the periods of silence to being evicted from the stations studio location, a failed multi-station sale, financial difficulties and inadvertence by its manager and a contract engineer. KKGQ - Wikipedia At a press conference on December 30, Envision announced that Brett Harris and Tracy Cassidy (formerly of KRBB) would host mornings on the station beginning January 5.[17][18]. Rocking M Media had to pay a $7,000 civil penalty by Jan. 1 for failure to meet the FCC's minimum operating requirements. KKGQ also has been on and off the air over the past year with a couple of different formats. Rocking M Media then filed requests for special temporary authority to remain silent, which the Bureau granted on Nov. 25, 2020 for a six-month period ending May 24, 2021. E. Jean Carroll's civil defamation lawsuit against Trump began Tuesday. [19] On October 31, it was announced that Pittsburg-based MyTown Media was the winning bidder for KWME and Rocking M's Wichita, Wellington and Winfield stations for $1.18 million; the company was also the winning bidder for two stations in Liberal and Pratt. Rocking M Media - Home - Facebook Rocking M Media's inability to keep its Wichita-area radio stations on the air full time has frustrated listeners, and the FCC apparently doesn't like it either. The case status is Other. In addition, Union will enter into an advertising agreement with Pinnacle to manage the station. Because of this, on September 5, 2017, at midnight, after playing "Centuries" by Fall Out Boy, KKGQ flipped to country, branded as "Kansas Country 92.3". On January 16, 2007, KMXW flipped to classic country as "Classic Country 92.3". [10] KFTI-FM, their sister radio stations in the Wichita area, and two TV stations were not included in the merger; in September, Journal filed to transfer these stations to the Journal/Scripps Divestiture Trust (with Kiel Media Group as trustee). Rocking M Media Circles Which Stations It Wants To Auction In Since then, Bob has repeatedly been on and off the air, and Sun Broadcast Group acquired Envision Networks. [35][36][37][38], On August 28, 2020, the Harvey County District Court ruled in favor of Envision, awarding the company $1.2 million plus interest for what it said was Rocking M's breach of contract. Rocking M Medias inability to keep its Wichita-area radio stations on the air full time has frustrated listeners, and the FCC apparently doesnt like it either. James D. Dillavou Vs Rocking M Media Llc, Et Al. City of San Fernando, a general law city and successor Agency To The San Fernando Redevelopment Agency, a public entity vs. Wendy L. Watanabe, in her official capacity as the Auditor-Controller of the County of Los Angeles. [26][27] A week later, Allied Media Partners announced it would cease operations, and let go all employees, putting the future of the stations in jeopardy. [19] The second go-around with the format had a playlist focused on pop and rhythmic hits from the 1990s to the current day (as well as some current pop-rock songs for balance) instead of the 1970s and 1980s focus its "Magic" predecessor had. Rocking M agreed to sell its entire Wichita cluster in 2019 to Allied Media Partners for $6,188,645, however liens placed on the stations by Envision were unable to be cleared and Envision locked Rocking M Media out of their studios located at Envisions headquarters leading to the sale collapsing. [3], On March 29, 2019, Rocking M announced they would sell KWME and its five sister stations in the Wichita/Wellington/Winfield area to Allied Media Partners, a local group owned by Matt Baty and Tommy Castor, for $6.2 million. Rocking M Media and related companies file Chapter 11 bankruptcy While the FCC did not provide any specifics, the revelation comes as the agency looks to preserve its claim of up to $990,936 as the companys chapter 11 reorganization moves forward. 5/28/2020: Notice of Case Management Conference, 5/26/2020: Notice of Case Assignment - Unlimited Civil Case, 7/23/2020: Certificate of Mailing for - CERTIFICATE OF MAILING FOR (HEARING ON EX PARTE APPLICATION TO EXTEND TIME TO SERVE COMPL) OF 07/23/2020, 7/23/2020: Minute Order - MINUTE ORDER (HEARING ON EX PARTE APPLICATION TO EXTEND TIME TO SERVE COMPL), 7/22/2020: Ex Parte Application - EX PARTE APPLICATION TO EXTEND TIME TO SERVE COMPLAINT, 7/21/2020: Proof of Mailing (Substituted Service), 9/24/2020: Minute Order - MINUTE ORDER (CASE MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE), 10/6/2020: Notice of Entry of Dismissal and Proof of Service, DocketNotice of Entry of Dismissal and Proof of Service; Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff), DocketRequest for Dismissal; Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff), Docketat 09:30 AM in Department 76, Christopher K. Lui, Presiding; Case Management Conference - Held - Continued, DocketMinute Order ( (Case Management Conference)); Filed by Clerk, Docketat 08:30 AM in Department 76, Christopher K. Lui, Presiding; Hearing on Ex Parte Application (To Extend Time to Serve Complaint) - Held - Motion Granted, DocketMinute Order ( (Hearing on Ex Parte Application To Extend Time to Serve Compl)); Filed by Clerk, DocketCertificate of Mailing for ((Hearing on Ex Parte Application To Extend Time to Serve Compl) of 07/23/2020); Filed by Clerk, DocketEx Parte Application (To Extend Time to Serve Complaint); Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff), DocketProof of Mailing (Substituted Service); Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff), DocketSummons (on Complaint); Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff), DocketNotice of Case Management Conference; Filed by Clerk, DocketNotice of Case Assignment - Unlimited Civil Case; Filed by Clerk, DocketCivil Case Cover Sheet; Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff), DocketComplaint; Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff), California Supreme Court | Other | The station is currently owned by Rocking M Media, LLC.[2]. A couple of lawsuits and a complaint to the Federal Communications Commission followed. Boeger, who heads Union Broadcasting and its Sports stations in Kansas City and Louisville, will pay Rocking M $623,000 for KKGQ. In addition, Rocking M has stated that it hopes to still sell KWME and its five sister stations. 131 N. Santa Fe Ave Ste 3, Salina KS, 67401. KWME - Wikipedia Boeger, who heads Union Broadcasting and its Sports stations in Kansas City and Louisville, will pay Rocking M $623,000 for KKGQ. Envision filed suit in a fight for control of the station after Rocking M Media defaulted on a $1.5 million promissory note. 1,276 people follow this. UniCourt uses cookies to improve your online experience, for more information please see our Privacy Policy. Her Have You Heard? That sale was approved by the FCC, but only after issuing a $7000 fine to Rocking M Media and granting conditional one year license renewals to the companys five other Wichita area stations after Rocking M admitted in its license renewal applications that all six stations were silent for periods of time without STAs filed or granted by the FCC. [33][34], On January 16, 2020, KKGQ returned to the air, this time operating from studios in Wellington, and would retain the country format, airing the syndicated "Brand" format from Envision Radio Networks (not related to the non-profit Envision; has since been renamed Sun Broadcast Group, and is now under the ownership of SuiteRadio), subsequently rebranding as "92.3 The Brand". Per the deal, the civil lawsuits between Envision and Rocking M will be jointly dismissed. By continuing to use this website, you agree to UniCourts General Disclaimer, Terms of Service, After being purchased by Journal Broadcast Group in December 1999 and focused its audience to Wichita (as well as moving studios there), on January 15, 2000, they flipped to an adult contemporary format as "Mix 92.3" and would later evolve to adult top 40. If you have a tip, please e-mail or tweet her or call 316-268-6340. reported that a deal for Wichitas new Allied Media Partners, Overland Park firm is expanding in Wichita in two big ways, In the land of the free, why cant we have mini-pickup trucks like the Taliban and ISIS? In 2020, the FCC learned some of the stations were silent and contacted Rocking M, which then requested and received permission for some stations to remain silent. Lance also advises stations, talent and brands on digital content strategies, programming integrations, and brand extensions. CNN has parted ways with longtime host Don Lemon. Rocking M Media Revives Two Of Its Wichita Stations In responding to the inquiry, Rocking M Media attributed the periods of silence to being evicted from the stations' studio location, a failed multi-station sale, financial . New Mexico St players file lawsuit alleging sexual assault It raised a total of $1,988,674. Log In Lost Password? Stations subject to the one-year license renewal include KKLE-AM Winfield, KS; KIBB-FM Haven, KS; KLEY-AM Wellington, KS; KVWF-FM Augusta, KS; KWME-FM Wellington, KS; and the Wellington-licensed translator K262CQ. Over the last three years we revamped our approach to privacy and implemented a comprehensive privacy program. They included KKGQ, KIBB, 97.1-FM, KVWF, 100.5-FM, KWME, 92.7-FM, Wellingtons KLEY, 100.3-FM and 1130-AM, and Winfields KKLE, 1550-AM. Reactions to Fox News's $787 Million Dominion Settlement - New York Times [1] Licensed to Wellington, Kansas, United States, the station serves the Wichita, Kansas area. We are here: Rocking M Media. Allied Media Partners would take over the stations via a local marketing agreement on April 1. Thats never happened. Please enter your username or email address to reset your password. Why is this public record being published online? [4] The station was the Wichita affiliate of the Dallas-based morning show Kidd Kraddick in the Morning (which moved to KFBZ in December 2005). The court awarded Envision $1.2 million plus interest for what it said was Rocking M and the Miller familys breach of contract. Rocking M Media and its associated companies that own 21 stations in central and western Kansas has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. In the petition Rocking M claims $1,307,696.75 in assets and $22,365,886.40 in liabilities owed between its four holding companies. "Journal Broadcast Group adds Newton station to its holdings. However, the stations that had significant records of silence KKLE, KLEY, KVWF, KWME and the FM translator K262CQ will be renewed for only one year instead of full renewal terms. Cancellation and Refund Policy, Privacy Policy, and Falcon Heavy launches after series of weather delays, Bidding for First Republic lasts into the night: A guide to the latest banking crisis, Investors sue Adidas for routinely ignoring Yes extreme behavior, Lightfoot sends letter to Abbott urging him not to send any more migrants, NASA found a novel way to keep Voyager 2 spacecraft going, More than 200 people died in national parks last year: These were the deadliest, Statue honoring Mamie Till-Mobley, the mother of Emmett Till, unveiled near Chicago, Deterrence, reassurance, and can kicking: The Washington Declaration. Envision filed the suit last fall against Rocking M Media LLC, Rocking M Media Wichita, Christopher D. Miller, Kristin Miller, Merle M. Miller, Doris J. Miller and Belate LLC. On April 5, 2017, Envision announced that they would merge their broadcasting division with Manhattan, Kansas-based Rocking M Media, who were also in the process of acquiring KIBB and KVWF from Connoisseur Media. (kcm) (Entered: 04/25/2023), Objection to Confirmation of Plan, with Certificate of Service. In the spring-2017 ratings period, KKGQ held a 0.7 share of the market, whereas closest competitor KFBZ held a 3.6 share, and mainstream AC rival KRBB held a 4.7 share. [3] In 1976, KJRG-FM changed its call sign to KOEZ. [23], On March 29, 2019, Rocking M announced they would sell KKGQ and its five sister stations in the Wichita/Wellington/Winfield area to Allied Media Partners, a local group owned by Matt Baty and Tommy Castor, for $6.2 million. Rocking M Media was entangled in a lawsuit with Envision Broadcast Network over Rocking M Media's 2017 $2.5 million purchase agreement for KKGQ Wichita (92.3). One year later, the station would revert to hot AC as "The New 92.3". Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. He was removed from his position as company president in 2019, at which time he acquired four stations in its Salina cluster for the assumption of a $1,755,917.55 note. Carrie Rengers, "Wichita-based group forms to buy 6 area radio stations". ArenaPointe has new tenants, one of which is going to start the party before moving in, New Revolutsia tenant will make the fourth space for the Garages retail incubator, Theres a new store coming to the former Pier 1 Imports space at NewMarket Square, A business collective is coming to Derby along with several new restaurants. The Rocking M Asset Auction Concludes | Radio & Television Business Report Rocking M CEO Monte Miller did not return a call for comment. In response, Rocking M took each station off the air that same day. The Memo: Republicans worry DeSantis has erred in Disney feud. As part of the deal, Union and Envision will conduct a one day camp for blind and visually impaired youths that includes access and engagement to produce and air radio broadcast shows. 2022-12-28, Sacramento County Superior Courts | Other | Harvey County District Court has ruled in favor of Envision Broadcast Network in its lawsuit against Rocking M Media and the Miller family that owns the company. On October 11, Envision filed a lawsuit against Rocking M in Harvey County District Court, claiming that Rocking M did not meet a payment schedule related to KKGQ's sale in 2017 and owes the company money (Envision is seeking $1.25 million plus interest, costs and attorneys' fees). Rocking M Media must pay civil penalty of $7,000 to FCC - The Wichita Eagle Filed by Sharon L Stolte on behalf of ROCKING M MEDIA, LLC . The legal battles between Rocking M and Envision dated back to the merger of KKGQ into Rocking Ms Wichita cluster in April 2017. (RE: related document(s)427 Order on Motion to Extend/Limit Exclusivity Period) Notice Date 04/30/2023. The announcement Monday came without explanation and astonished the media industry. (Luckman, Todd) (Entered: 04/24/2023). THE HILL 1625 K STREET, NW SUITE 900 WASHINGTON DC 20006 | 202-628-8500 TEL | 202-628-8503 FAX. Wolkoff is now with Sun, and on Tuesday he did not immediately return a call to comment about whats going on. Rocking M Media Company Profile: Valuation & Investors | PitchBook Rocking M had until March 14, 2021 to return KWME to air; as of February 23, 2021, KWME resumed broadcasting, this time airing an unbranded adult hits format. [2] The station was consistently in the top 10 of the Wichita market's radio ratings from the early 1980s through the 1990s.[4]. An Overland Park firm has been doing business with Wichita customers for years, but now its expanding in the city in a couple of different ways. What is now KWME officially signed on the air in 1979 as KZED, and broadcasting on 93.5 FM. Carrie Rengers on Twitter: "Rocking M Media and related companies file In addition, Envision registered several website domains with "Q" in the address, including Q92TheBeat.com, Q92TheBeat.net and Q92TheBeat.org, as well as anonymous domains for Q92Wichita.com, Q923Wichita.com, 923QFM.com and 923TheQ.com that were registered when the sale was announced (Q92Wichita.com would be picked as the official domain). Allied Media Partners would take over the stations via a local marketing agreement on April 1. By Michael M. Grynbaum. Rocking M told the FCC the silence was a result of financial problems, an eviction and a failed sale of a number of its stations among other things. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. [9][10] On August 28, 2020, the Harvey County District Court ruled in favor of Envision, awarding the company $1.2 million plus interest for what it said was Rocking M's breach of contract. In the fall of 2002, the station flipped to "92.3 the Zone" with an automated modern AC/modern rock format. FCC Tells Bankruptcy Court Rocking M Faces Near-Million Dollar Fine For April 25, 2023 at 6:56 p.m. EDT. Case number: 2:22-bk-20242 - ROCKING M MEDIA, LLC - BKalerts The combined firm would retain their broadcast properties and spin off their print assets as Journal Media Group. Basically, anyone who was a Facebook user in the U.S. between May 24, 2007, and Dec. 22, 2022. As part of the deal, Rocking M would relocate KIBB/KVWF's studios into KKGQ's space on North Main Street in downtown Wichita, as well as integrate Envision's education programs for the visually impaired into its operations in all of their Central and Western Kansas stations. ESPN Radio programming fills the remainder of the schedule. Rocking M continues to own its five other stations in the Wichita market, which have been on and off the air regularly since the sale to Allied collapsed. KKGQ's current schedule consists of local weekday programs hosted by former KFH host Shane Dennis from noon- 2p.m. and Pat Strathman from 2 p.m.-4 p.m., as well as partial simulcasts of WHB programs The Border Patrol and The Program with Brad Porter. FILE - The basketball court of the Pan American Center at New Mexico State University is seen Feb. 15, 2023, in Las Cruces, N.M. Two former New Mexico State basketball players filed a lawsuit Wednesday, April 19, alleging they were sexually assaulted by teammates and that the coaching staff and other administrators did nothing when they reported the assaults. Contact Us - KSAL.com What is now KKGQ started as KJRG-FM in 1959. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. By February 2017, KKGQ changed its slogan to "Today's Best Mix & Throwbacks", dropped much of the rhythmic component of their playlist, and dropped the "Beat" portion of their slogan, rebranding as just "Q92". We are puzzled by the debtors statements about a need to investigate the FCC says, pointing out the company can contact the Enforcement Bureau for additional information about the case at any time. KKGQ (92.3 FM) is an American 95kW radio station operating in Wichita, and licensed to Newton, Kansas. CEO Monte Miller's declaration in the bankruptcy petition tells the. And the best part of all, documents in their CrowdSourced Library are FREE! This page is not available in other languages. A suspension of operations/silent temporary authority filing was not submitted until October 2020, with Rocking M citing the aforementioned technical issues, as well as a shortage of operating funds, along with inadvertence from the company's marketing and facilities manager, as the reasons behind the request. Envision Broadcast Group prevails in Rocking M Media suit | The Wichita [5][6][3] The station would change its call sign to KMXW on October 27, 2000. Don Lemon and CNN part ways | CNN Business As part of the renewal process, Rocking M had to answer questions about its operating status and rule violations. In its declaration the company blamed Christopher Miller for rapid expansion. Heres when to fill up, Disruptive passenger forces Israel-bound United flight back to Newark after 3 hours, Saudi alfalfa sparks tension in Arizonas Sonoran Desert, Sanders: Biden could win in a landslide, The Memo: Culture wars frontlines are drawn in the states, Trump, Fox News have a new point of tension: Tucker Carlson. The lawsuit stems from accusations that Facebook allowed users personal data to be shared with third parties, the most famous being Cambridge Analytica, a consulting firm that supported Donald Trumps 2016 presidential campaign. The completion date would be delayed a few more times, with a final scheduled completion date of October 31. [16][17][18] On July 29, Rocking M announced they would partner with Patrick Communications to market and engage a sale of Rocking M's Wichita, Wellington and Winfield stations (including KWME), as well as 7 other stations in Kansas, through an auction; bids were then accepted until September 27, with the auction set to take place in October. On the surface, Fox News got pummeled. column of business scoops runs five days a week in The Eagle. FCC Tells Bankruptcy Court Rocking M Faces Near-Million Dollar Fine For EEO Violations. In a Dec. 23 consent decree, the FCC found that granting the KKGQ license to Pinnacle Media serves the public good. In its renewal applications, Rocking M said each station had been off the air for substantial periods without FCC authority in violation of its rules but that it had never been silent for 12 consecutive months. A year ago this month, six Wichita-area Rocking M Media stations went off the air, and a deal to sell the stations to the new Allied Media Partners fell apart.
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