DXGG explained

Happy FM
Callsign:DXGG
City:Malaybalay
Area:Bukidnon
Branding:Happy FM 107.1
Airdate:2013
Frequency:107.1 MHz
Format:Contemporary MOR, News, Talk
Language:Cebuano, Filipino
Licensing Authority:NTC
Power:5,000 watts
Callsign Meaning:Gino Garcia
Owner:Iddes Broadcast Group
Sister Stations:Radyo Abante Maramag

DXGG (107.1 FM), broadcasting as Happy FM 107.1, is a radio station owned and operated by Iddes Broadcast Group. Its studios is located at the 2nd Floor, Montana Bldg., Moreno St. cor. San Isidro St., Brgy. 1, Malaybalay, and its transmitter is located in Brgy. Magsaysay, Malaybalay.[1] [2] [3]

History

DXGG was established in February 2013 by engineer Gino Armstrong Garcia, while its application was approved by the National Telecommunications Commission through its order in September. The station was initially located at a rented place in Brgy. Magsaysay, where its transmitter is located to this day. In 2014, the station transferred its studios its present location in Brgy. 1. Studio transmitter link is used for broadcasts.

The station produces local programming. Unlike other FM stations that usually air music, its format also includes news, commentary, and public affairs.[4]

One of the personnel was involved in a libel complaint filed by provincial governor Jose Maria Zubiri Jr. in 2014, stemming from his comments on certain issues in the province.[5]

Notes and References

  1. https://www.bukidnononline.com/pcso-bukidnon-mayors-small-town-lottery-zubiri/ PCSO: Bikidnon Mayos Support Small Town Lottery
  2. https://www.sunstar.com.ph/article/13614 Komentarista gipriso
  3. https://cmfr-phil.org/press-freedom-protection/press-freedom/radio-blocktimer-arrested-on-libel-charge/ Radio blocktimer arrested on libel charge
  4. Book: Angela Mae Inson . Meshelle Rivera . August 28, 2019 . Radio Broadcasting in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon: Its History and Influence (1970–2018) . Asia Pacific Society for Public Affairs . 299–314 . December 17, 2023 . Social Science Research Network.
  5. News: June 17, 2015 . Radio journalist charged with libel in the Philippines . . December 21, 2023.