WHBK Radio

1270 AM WLIK is owned by WLIK, Inc, a family owned business for over fifty years. Dwight Wilkerson is principal stockholder. See our history below for more information. The radio industry was just a babe compared to other media such as magazines and newspapers. It was in 1954, hardly 30 years old as an industry, when a Lenoir City lumberman, Arthur Wilkerson, requested a grant from the Federal Communication Commission to build a radio station in Newport and Cocke County. Radio was still regarded as a novelty by many people. Something that was an interesting sideline to another business. Wilkerson was one of the early pioneers of radio in East Tennessee, WLIK was his third radio venture after putting WLIL on the air in Lenoir City, his hometown and WAEW in Crossville. WLIK began broadcasting in April 1954. The first announcer on air was Ray Shirley, a local Church of Christ preacher. WLIK is unique in that radio is a volatile and changing industry and WLIK has been under the same ownership since its inception in 1954 and has had only two managers. First, the late Ira B. Crisp from 1954 through 1962 and Dwight Wilkerson from 1963 to the present. Angie Wilkerson, third generation, joined the business in 2000. WLIK began broadcasting as a 1000 watt radio station. It suffered the misfortune of a fire in 1958 and shortly thereafter went to 5, 000 watts.

WRGS Radio is a long-standing local radio station in Rogersville, TN, providing valuable radio broadcast services to the community. With a range of programs, including the popular "Tom in the Morning" show, listeners can enjoy local information, news, weather, school menus, birthdays, anniversaries, entertainment news, obituaries, and Real American Country music. The station also features the renowned "World Famous Swap Shop," where listeners can buy, sell, and trade items. WRGS Radio is dedicated to keeping its listeners informed and entertained with a variety of programming. As a proud member of the Rogersville Hawkins County Chamber of Commerce and various community associations, WRGS Radio is deeply involved in supporting local businesses, organizations, and events. With a commitment to covering the events and occasions across Hawkins County, the station offers mobile broadcasting services and is available for live broadcasts from businesses promoting special events. WRGS Radio is a trusted source for news, weather, sports, and Real American Country music, serving as a reliable radio service for the Rogersville and Hawkins County community.Generated from the website

Cooper Broadcasting Co., a prominent media company based in Morganton, NC, has been serving the community for an impressive 75 years, from 1947 to 2022. With a diverse range of radio stations including 92.1 FM, 106.3 FM, and 1430 AM, they offer a variety of programming to cater to different interests and preferences. As a trusted source of news and entertainment, Cooper Broadcasting Co. provides a platform for local voices to be heard, keeping the community informed and engaged. With their commitment to excellence and dedication to service, they continue to connect with their audience through various channels, including their website, mobile app, and social media presence.Generated from the website