Description
In 2013 the FCC opened a window for applications for new FM radio stations. A group of residents in Placitas met and decided to apply for a license. The result is KUPR: a low-power, FM radio station transmitting a multi-cultural format from Placitas. In a world corporate media ownership, KUPR operates on a different wavelength with an all volunteer staff who know the music, and many of the artists, featured on the station. KUPR is an example of how communities can make a difference.
Joan Fenicle is the manager and one of the founders of KUPR. KUPR serves communities near Placitas at 99.9 FM, and worldwide at www.kupr.org. KUPR has been on the air since May 4, 2015.