Roanoke Times
Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: SATURDAY, October 15, 1994 TAG: 9410170030
SECTION: CURRENT PAGE: NRV-5 EDITION: NEW RIVER VALLEY
SOURCE: RICK LINDQUIST
DATELINE: LENGTH: Long
In addition, costs to buy and maintain equipment continue to rise. And to top it all off, it's time for "Woovit" to renew its Federal Communications Commission license.
The nonprofit station depends on contributions from the community, which are its primary source of income. In making its plea for pledges this fall, the station cites a 45-year tradition of "playing the most diverse and cutting-edge music."
Listeners can call in pledges at 231-9880. Premiums are available for those donating certain amounts. To find out more, call the station, write it at 350 Squires Student Center, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. 24061-0546, or e-mail to swissvt.edu.
14-K, WKEX (1430 AM) offers a WESTERN MUSIC SPECIAL today, 10:0 a.m.-noon. Listeners can enjoy the Western Swing sounds of Bob Wills and the Texas Playboys, with tunes by Gene Autry, Rex Allen, Rex Allen Jr. and others. Then, from 12:05-12:30 p.m., WKEX airs a "Tribute to Marty Robbins," perhaps best known for his hit "El Paso."
"Nashville Record Review" with Crooke and Chase follows the Virginia Tech game broadcast.
Live Appearances:
Marcia Witt , Bob Thomas and Annie M. join the Count Pulaski Day festivities in downtown Pulaski today from 9 a.m. until noon on Classic Country, WRAD (1460 AM) and CD Country, WRIQ (101.7 FM). Visitors to the remote booth can register to win a framed, signed limited-edition print of country superstar Garth Brooks the stations are giving away Dec. 15 to one of the lucky donors to Radford's Empty Stocking Fund. The fund helps to provide toys, clothing and food for needy families during the holidays. Listeners can donate and sign up during any of the stations' remote broadcasts or send them to P.O. Box 1168, Radford 24141. 639-2461.
14-K, WKEX (1430 AM) broadcasts the annual Senior Craft Fair, Oct. 22, 9 a.m.-noon., at the National Guard Armory in Christiansburg. Bob Smith and the WKEX Happy Clown will have prizes and freebies for visitors.
Levi Garrett of KOOL Country, WBNK (100.7 FM) is the host of Country and Western nights Thursdays, 5-7 p.m., at Pizza Inn in downtown Christiansburg.
Radio Sports:
"Armchair Quarterback:" Saturdays, 9-10 a.m., on Super 710, WFNR (710 AM). Levi Garrett moderates as John Beamer, John Hale and M.J. Dougherty field listeners' questions and comments on area and regional sports.
West Virginia University football: Today, the Mountaineers are at Pittsburgh (Virginia Tech's Oct. 22 opponent). Fans can catch the game at 11:30 a.m. on WFNR (710 AM).
Virginia Tech football: Today, the Hokies visit East Carolina. The game broadcast begins at 12:30 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, the 'Skins are back home against Arizona. The game airs at noon on WFNR (710 AM).
NASCAR: Sunday, 12:45 p.m., the Advance Auto 300 airs from Martinsville 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.
"NASCAR LIVE " Tuesdays, 7 p.m., on WBNK (100.7 FM) and WFNR (710 AM).
"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). Christiansburg plays host to Blacksburg Friday, Oct. 21. John Hale and John Beamer have the play-by-play.
Blacksburg Indians: Fridays , 7 p.m., WKEX (1430 AM). The annual Blacksburg-Christiansburg matchup is Friday, Oct. 21, with Bob Smith and Mike Callahan calling the game.
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:
"Mahogany Perspective" - featuring rap, hip-hop, soul, R&B and reggae - airs Saturdays, 3-9 p.m. on Radford University's student-run WVRU (89.9 FM). "The Radio Works" - a program of audio theater - airs Sundays, 5:30 p.m. 831-5180.
14-K, WKEX (1430 AM) airs "Focus on the Family - Weekend Review" with James Dobson, Sundays, 9:45 a.m.
"It's Your Time" - the New River Valley's longest-running buy, sell and trade show - is on the air Monday through Friday, 9-10 a.m., on WFNR (710 AM). Host Bob Travis also offers community announcements and information. 382-6106.
Cablecasts:
"Strictly Seniors" premieres Monday, 10 a.m., on WTOB (Channel 2), Blacksburg public-government access television. Repeat broadcasts are Wednesday at 7:25 p.m., and Thursday at 10 a.m. This edition focuses on stress reduction and relaxation techniques. The cable station welcomes program ideas to 961-1199, e-mail to wtobbev.net, or write to WTOB, P.O. Box 90003, Blacksburg 24062-9003.
"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 drunken driving law. 831-5180.
"NRV News:" Produced by Media Studies students at Radford University, Thursdays, 7 p.m., WTOB (Channel 2), Blacksburg.
"VT News:" Produced by Communications Studies students at Virginia Tech, Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., WTOB (Channel 2), Blacksburg.
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