KCCR (AM) explained

KCCR
City:Pierre, South Dakota
Branding:Today's KCCR
Frequency:1240 kHz
Airdate:May 1959 (on 1590)
Format:Full service Classic hits
Power:1,000 watts unlimited
Class:C
Facility Id:60858
Coordinates:44.3506°N -100.3189°W
Former Frequencies:1590 kHz (1959-1965
Affiliations:CBS News Radio
ESPN Radio
Compass Media Networks
Westwood One
Owner:Riverfront Broadcasting LLC
Sister Stations:KLXS-FM, KCCR-FM
Webcast:Listen live
Licensing Authority:FCC

KCCR (1240 kHz) is an AM radio station broadcasting a classic hits music format. Licensed to Pierre, South Dakota, United States, the station serves the Pierre area. The station is currently owned by Riverfront Broadcasting LLC.[1]

KCCR signed on in May 1959 on 1590 kHz. It moved to 1240 kHz in 1965.

Ownership

In February 2008, Riverfront Broadcasting LLC reached an agreement with NRG Media to purchase this station as part of a six station deal.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: KCCR Facility Record . United States Federal Communications Commission, audio division.
  2. News: Yankton Daily Press & Dakotan . Yankton Firm Purchases Local Radio Stations . February 22, 2008 . Nathan . Johnson .