KZMX (AM)
KZMX (580 AM) is a radio station licensed to Hot Springs, South Dakota, United States, the station is owned by Mt. Rushmore Broadcasting, Inc.[1]
| Simulcasting KZMX-FM Hot Springs | |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 580 kHz |
| Branding | 96 The Mix |
| Programming | |
| Format | Classic rock |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | Mt. Rushmore Broadcasting, Inc. |
| KZMX-FM, KFCR | |
| History | |
First air date | November 21, 1988 |
| Technical information | |
| Facility ID | 46713 |
| Class | B |
| Power | 2,300 watts day 310 watts night |
Transmitter coordinates | 43°27′24″N 103°28′34″W |
| Translator(s) | 98.3 K252GD (Hot Springs) |
History
On May 18, 2012, the Federal Communications Commission fined KZMX AM and its sister station, KZMX-FM, a combined $21,500 fine for various violations, including operation of the stations without any staff present, and inability to reach the station's staff.[2]
The station along with others owned by Mt. Rushmore Broadcasting filed for an extension of the special temporary authority in early 2015, due to staffing issues. It was reported that staff had unexpectedly resigned, and there was difficulty finding new employees.[3]
In late 2016, the station returned to the air from its licensed facility, but on exciter power which is significantly less than the licensed effective radiated power. It was reported to be running a classic rock format, however has stunted with CCM in summer 2020.[4]
References
- "KZMX Facility Record". United States Federal Communications Commission, audio division.
- FCC Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture, In the Matter of Mount Rushmore Broadcasting, Inc., Licensee of Station KZMX(AM), Hot Springs, SD and Station KZMX-FM, Hot Springs, SD, May 18, 2012.
- "Report: WGPA/Bethlehem, PA Sold".
- "Resumption of operations". Federal Communications Commission. Retrieved May 13, 2017.