Roanoke Times
Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: SATURDAY, October 1, 1994 TAG: 9411020029
SECTION: CURRENT PAGE: NRV-6 EDITION: NEW RIVER VALLEY
SOURCE: RICK LINDQUIST
DATELINE: LENGTH: Long
But wait, there's more! The album rocker will do it again next weekend, Oct. 7-9, during Virginia Tech's homecoming.
Listeners can win only once each weekend by calling 381-0111 or (800) 768-9888 (WVVV) when they hear the cue, which "will be obvious," a station spokesman said.
Speaking of freebies: During recent WRAD (1460 AM) and WRIQ (101.7 FM) remote broadcasts, fans of GARTH BROOKS have had a chance to see the framed, signed limited-edition print of the country superstar the stations plan to give away to one of the lucky donors to Radford's Empty Stocking Fund. Entries also are taken by mail at P.O. Box 1168, Radford 24141.
The drawing is set for Dec. 15. The Empty Stocking Fund raises money for distribution through the Department of Social Services to provide toys, clothing and food for needy families during the holidays.
For details, call the station at 639-2461.
Live Appearances:
Levi Garrett of KOOL Country, WBNK (100.7 FM) broadcasts live, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. today, from A1 Amoco in Christiansburg. Visitors can register for free oil changes, brake jobs and tuneups.
"Dr. Mike" Deltrui of KOOL Country, WBNK (100.7 FM) is on the air live from the sixth annual Narrows Fall Festival throughout the day today.
KOOL Country's Levi Garrett is the host of Country and Western nights Thursdays, 5-7, at Pizza Inn in downtown Christiansburg.
14-K, WKEX (1430 AM) broadcasts from the Craig County Fall Festival in New Castle Oct. 8, 9 a.m.-noon., with Bob Smith, Becky Hutchison and the WKEX Happy Clown on hand with freebies.
Radio Sports:
"Armchair Quarterback:" Saturdays, 9-10 a.m., WFNR (710 AM).
West Virginia football: Today, the Mountaineers play Missouri. The broadcast begins at 1:30 p.m. on WFNR (710 AM).
Virginia Tech football: Today, the Hokies are at Syracuse and the broadcast airs at 2:30 p.m. on WNRV (990 AM), WJJJ (1260 AM), WKEX (1430 AM), WRAD (1460 AM), WRIQ (101.7 FM) and WVVV (104.9 FM). "The Point After" call-in show follows on many Tech sports network affiliates.
Washington Redskins: Sunday, noon, WFNR (710 AM), the 'Skins meet the Dallas Cowboys at RFK Stadium.
NASCAR: Sunday at 12:45 p.m., The Tyson Holly Farms 400 gets under way from North Wilkesboro Speedway on WBNK (100.7 FM), WPSK (107.1 FM) and WNRV (990 AM).
"Virginia Tech Update:" Monday through Friday, 7 a.m., WVVV (104.9 FM) and WJJJ (1260 AM). "Hokie Hotline" coach's show: Mondays, 7 p.m.
"New River Race Weekly:" Tuesdays, 6:30-7 p.m., WBNK (100.7 FM) and WFNR (710 AM). Listeners can call in at 382-1887. "NASCAR Live" follows at 7.
"New River Valley Speedway Review:" Brian O'Donnell takes listeners' calls Thursdays, 5:45 p.m., WRAD (1460 AM) and WRIQ (101.7 FM). The number is 639-2461.
"RU Sports Update:" Dave Hunziker, the sports voice of the Highlanders, reports Fridays during newscasts at 7:45 a.m., 12:05 p.m. and 4 p.m. on WRAD (1460 AM).
"Hudson's Huddle:" New River Valley high school football preview, Fridays, 5:40-6 p.m., WRAD (1460 AM) and WRIQ (101.7 FM).
Christiansburg Blue Demons: Fridays, 7 p.m., WBNK (100.7 FM).
Blacksburg Indians: Fridays , 7 p.m., WKEX (1430 AM).
Radford Bobcats: Fridays, WRAD (1460 AM) at 7:15 p.m.
Pulaski County Cougars: Fridays, 7:15 p.m., WRIQ (101.7 FM).
Radio Shorts:
14-K, WKEX (1430 AM) reprises the International Bluegrass Music Awards show broadcast today, 10 a.m.-noon. The program, which features top bluegrass talent, originally was broadcast from Owensboro, Ky., on Sept. 22.
The great frequency swap and power increase involving Blacksburg's Rock 105, WVVV (104.9 FM) and Roanoke's DJ 105, WRDJ (105.3 FM) should happen by the end of this year or early next year, a station spokesman said. Both stations are poised to increase power to 25,000 watts. Rock 105 is still researching a possible change of music format.
Virginia Tech's student-run WUVT (90.7 FM) airs "The Bayou Breakdown," a zydeco music program, with host Audrey Anne Sukacz, Sundays, 8-10 p.m. Requests are welcome at 231-9888 (WUVT).
The later years and the demise of Creedence Clearwater Revival are chronicled on "Long Live Rock" at 8 p.m. Tuesday on Radford University's student-run WVRU (89.9 FM). This second part of two also tracks John Fogerty's solo career and what former CCR members are doing these days.
"Consumer Update," a new series of radio features from the Radford University economics department, is heard Fridays during news broadcasts at 7:45 a.m., 12:05 p.m. and 4 p.m. on WRAD (1460 AM).
"With Good Reason," Wednesday, 1:30 p.m., on WVRU (89.9 FM), Radford University: Virginia Commonwealth University historian Melvin Urofsky and William and Mary law Professor Rod Smolia examine the 1954 Brown vs. Board of Education decision and its impact on civil rights in the South then and now.
Cablecasts:
"Spotlight on Blacksburg:" Tuesday, 7 p.m., on WTOB (Channel 2), Blacksburg public-government access television. Larry Hoyle of Blacksburg Cable TV addresses frequently asked questions about the cable industry. Other segments focus on the Blacksburg Rugby Club, the aquatics center and Halloween activities for kids. Call in program ideas to 961-1199, e-mail to wtobbev.net, or write to WTOB, P.O. Box 90003, Blacksburg 24062-9003.
"Krafty Kids," a new crafts show for children, is broadcast Monday at 4:30 p.m. and Wednesday at 7 p.m. on WTOB (Channel 2). The cable outlet also offers "After-School Book Break," a series of stories for young children, Mondays at 4 p.m. 961-1199.
"Community Speaking:" Sundays at 6 p.m., Tuesdays at 5 p.m., Wednesdays at noon, and Thursdays at 7 p.m. on American Cable Entertainment Channel 9. Host Bill Yerrick welcomes two members of the Radford Police Department to discuss changes in Virginia's drunk driving law. 831-5180.
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