Carrie Rengers, "Brett Harris, Tracy Cassidy to reunite on new station". Contact Us - KSAL.com What is now KKGQ started as KJRG-FM in 1959. The lawsuit stems from accusations that Facebook allowed users personal data to be shared with third parties, the most famous being Cambridge Analytica, a consulting firm that supported Donald Trumps 2016 presidential campaign. Because of this, on September 5, 2017, at midnight, after playing "Centuries" by Fall Out Boy, KKGQ flipped to country, branded as "Kansas Country 92.3". Abby Grossberg worked for shows that spread conspiracy theories. The legal battles between Rocking M and Envision dated back to the merger of KKGQ into Rocking Ms Wichita cluster in April 2017. 131 N. Santa Fe Ave Ste 3, Salina KS, 67401. KZED changed call letters to KWME in 1990. See more. What is now KWME officially signed on the air in 1979 as KZED, and broadcasting on 93.5 FM. 1 country songs is now taking the stage, Kansas reports more than 500 new COVID cases. [28][29] KKGQ would occasionally return to the air to broadcast Kansas State Wildcats football games as part of the station's agreement with Learfield Sports to carry the games as the Wichita affiliate. "[12][13] A month later, on March 15, KWME fell silent again due to technical issues with their studio-to-transmitter link. Notice of Case Assignment - Unlimited Civil Case, Certificate of Mailing for - CERTIFICATE OF MAILING FOR (HEARING ON EX PARTE APPLICATION TO EXTEND TIME TO SERVE COMPL) OF 07/23/2020, Minute Order - MINUTE ORDER (HEARING ON EX PARTE APPLICATION TO EXTEND TIME TO SERVE COMPL), Ex Parte Application - EX PARTE APPLICATION TO EXTEND TIME TO SERVE COMPLAINT, Minute Order - MINUTE ORDER (CASE MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE), Notice of Entry of Dismissal and Proof of Service, Cases involving other agreements or torts not classified elsewhere, 190, 1190, 2190, 3190, 4190, 4194, 5190, 5196. Meta has agreed to settle the claim for $725 million, but denies any wrongdoing. Bill Wachters My Town Media was the big winner in the auction, as it had the top bid for six of the 12 Rocking M stations, including two in the Wichita, KS market. Now, after she sued Fox and Carlson, the tables have turned . Boeger, who heads Union Broadcasting and its Sports stations in Kansas City and Louisville, will pay Rocking M $623,000 for KKGQ. In its renewal applications, Rocking M said each station had been off the air for substantial periods without FCC authority in violation of its rules but that it had never been silent for 12 consecutive months. Harvey County District Court has ruled in favor of Envision Broadcast Network in its lawsuit against Rocking M Media and the Miller family that owns the company. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. April 29, 2023 at 6:00 a.m. EDT. ET. [2] For four decades, the station aired a beautiful music/easy listening format. This page is not available in other languages. One county is at a medium community level, Man found dead in the passenger seat of an SUV in north Wichita, police say, Longtime building at Douglas and Rock Road demolished; heres whats taking its place. Cohn says First Republic sale will be a much faster process than Silicon Judge tentatively OKs $725M Facebook settlement: How to apply for a payout, Watch live: White House monkeypox response team holds briefing, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Carrie Rengers on Twitter: "Rocking M Media and related companies file column of business scoops runs five days a week in The Eagle. This story was originally published September 1, 2020, 1:33 PM. [4] The station was the Wichita affiliate of the Dallas-based morning show Kidd Kraddick in the Morning (which moved to KFBZ in December 2005). This case was filed in U.S. Bankruptcy Courts, Kansas Bankruptcy. Log In Lost Password? Rocking M says the dollar figure is a theoretical total were it to be found in violation of EEO rules. (RE: related document(s)427 Order on Motion to Extend/Limit Exclusivity Period) Notice Date 04/30/2023. That sale was approved by the FCC, but only after issuing a $7000 fine to Rocking M Media and granting conditional one year license renewals to the companys five other Wichita area stations after Rocking M admitted in its license renewal applications that all six stations were silent for periods of time without STAs filed or granted by the FCC. [40][41] The sale was approved by the FCC on January 4, 2022, and was consummated on February 7. Filed by Sharon L Stolte on behalf of ROCKING M MEDIA, LLC (RE: related document(s)387 Third Motion to Extend Exclusivity Period for Filing a Chapter 11 Plan and Disclosure Statement Filed on behalf of Debtor ROCKING M MEDIA, LLC, with Certificate of Service.) April 25, 2023 at 6:56 p.m. EDT. By February 2017, KKGQ changed its slogan to "Today's Best Mix & Throwbacks", dropped much of the rhythmic component of their playlist, and dropped the "Beat" portion of their slogan, rebranding as just "Q92". We pursued a settlement as its in the best interest of our community and shareholders, the company said in a statement sent to Nexstar. The announcement Monday came without explanation and astonished the media industry. The flip marked the return of an adult-oriented rhythmic format to the market for the first time since now-former sister station KKGQ shifted from Rhythmic to Hot AC in October 2015. Donald Trump's legal cases and investigations, in one place - USA Today Envision Broadcast Group prevails in Rocking M Media suit | The Wichita On 03/26/2022 ROCKING M MEDIA, LLC was filed as a Bankruptcy - Chapter 11 lawsuit. Rocking M had until March 14, 2021 to return KWME to air; as of February 23, 2021, KWME resumed broadcasting, this time airing an unbranded adult hits format. [3], On March 29, 2019, Rocking M announced they would sell KWME and its five sister stations in the Wichita/Wellington/Winfield area to Allied Media Partners, a local group owned by Matt Baty and Tommy Castor, for $6.2 million. It points out the FCC does not offer any details on its investigation, including when it began, what is the focus, and when it might be completed. Right-wing media attacks former Tucker Carlson producer over lawsuit. The Memo: Republicans worry DeSantis has erred in Disney feud. Envision filed suit in a fight for control of the station after Rocking M Media defaulted on a $1.5 million promissory note. Rocking M Media had to pay a $7,000 civil penalty by Jan. 1 for failure to meet the FCC's minimum operating requirements. https://t.co/BgyVzyIisz" Trustee U.S. Rocking M Media Investments & Acquisitions (2) Company Name Deal Date Deal Type Deal Size Industry Lead Partner; 000000000: 02-Mar-2023: 0000000000: Media and Information Services (B2B) Alpha Media (5 Radio Stations in Salina, Kansas) 14-Oct-2016: Corporate Asset Purchase: Buildings and Property: At 6a.m. on December 26, the stunting shifted towards playing a wide variety of music from multiple genres (while leaving hints of a possible contemporary music direction based on the stunting), now utilizing the station's intended moniker "Q92". (785) 565-0406. [9][7] Almost instantly, the station jumped back into the top 10 in the ratings. Rocking M Media then filed requests for special temporary authority to remain silent, which the Bureau granted on Nov. 25, 2020 for a six-month period ending May 24, 2021. [31] On November 6, Envision filed a second lawsuit against Rocking M in Sedgwick County District Court for failing to vacate the building that houses their stations' studios, along with leaving behind damaged property and failing to pay rent for parking spaces. [19] The second go-around with the format had a playlist focused on pop and rhythmic hits from the 1990s to the current day (as well as some current pop-rock songs for balance) instead of the 1970s and 1980s focus its "Magic" predecessor had. ArenaPointe has new tenants, one of which is going to start the party before moving in, New Revolutsia tenant will make the fourth space for the Garages retail incubator, Theres a new store coming to the former Pier 1 Imports space at NewMarket Square, A business collective is coming to Derby along with several new restaurants. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Dec 13, 2022 The Federal Communications Commission has told a federal bankruptcy court in Kansas City that it is investigating Rocking M Media for several alleged violations of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations. [3] In 1976, KJRG-FM changed its call sign to KOEZ. You have permission to edit this article. On October 11, Envision filed a lawsuit against Rocking M in Harvey County District Court, claiming that Rocking M did not meet a payment schedule related to KKGQ's sale in 2017 and owes the company money (Envision is seeking $1.25 million plus interest, costs and attorneys' fees). Bankruptcy attorney Sharon Stolte of Sandberg Phoenix & von Gontard, who is representing the company, told the Wichita Eagle that We filed on Saturday, and we are hoping to reorganize. An Overland Park firm has been doing business with Wichita customers for years, but now its expanding in the city in a couple of different ways. [1][2] It was a sister station to Newton-licensed KJRG and had its studios there; both stations were owned by George Basil Anderson. Last modified on Sun 30 Apr 2023 14.19 EDT. At midnight on January 1, 2015, KKGQ began airing a six-hour program of smooth jazz music titled The Oasis, which aired in overnights for a brief period. One suit alleges Rocking M failed to meet a payment schedule to buy KKGQ and its assets, and. While the bankruptcy court has approved the purchases, the sale was officially filed with the FCC on February 2, 2023. Boeger, who heads Union Broadcasting and its Sports stations in Kansas City and Louisville, will pay Rocking M $623,000 for KKGQ. Rocking M may be cooperating with the Enforcement Bureau, but the company is asking Judge Dale Somers to discharge the unspecified claim against it as part of the bankruptcy proceeding. UniCourt uses cookies to improve your online experience, for more information please see our Privacy Policy. A year ago this month, six Wichita-area Rocking M Media stations went off the air, and a deal to sell the stations to the new Allied Media Partners fell apart. (kmm) (Entered: 04/28/2023), Hearing Set (RE: related document(s)424 Objection to Confirmation of the Plan filed by Creditor Christopher Miller, Creditor Meridian Media, LLC, 425 Objection filed by U.S. Her Have You Heard? Tucker Carlson leaving Fox News | CNN Business The FCC says that Rocking M is well aware of the ongoing investigation and the company has provided some information to the agency in response to its enforcement inquiries. The Rocking M Asset Auction Concludes | Radio & Television Business Report We will sell some of the stations that we find are not profitable, and we will reorganize the debt with the remaining stations.. Please enter your username or email address to reset your password. Since then, Bob has repeatedly been on and off the air, and Sun Broadcast Group acquired Envision Networks. It also says that while Rocking M does not know when the EEO investigation will be completely, timely and fulsome responses from the radio group to FCC questions will help speed things along. THE HILL 1625 K STREET, NW SUITE 900 WASHINGTON DC 20006 | 202-628-8500 TEL | 202-628-8503 FAX. (Luckman, Todd) (Entered: 04/24/2023). Rocking M CEO Monte Miller did not return a call for comment. KKLE - Wikipedia Envision has since filed a pair of lawsuits against Rocking M Media. The completion date would be delayed a few more times, with a final scheduled completion date of October 31. Why is this public record being published online? By Michael M. Grynbaum. KKGQ airs a sports talk format, branded as "ESPN Wichita 92.3." He was removed from his position as company president in 2019, at which time he acquired four stations in its Salina cluster for the assumption of a $1,755,917.55 note. Rocking M Puts Properties On The Market With BK Emergence Sought Real-time updates and all local stories you want right in the palm of your hand. Rocking M Medias inability to keep its Wichita-area radio stations on the air full time has frustrated listeners, and the FCC apparently doesnt like it either. On January 16, 2007, KMXW flipped to classic country as "Classic Country 92.3". (NEXSTAR) If you havent submitted your claim for a piece of the $725 million Facebook has agreed to pay in a class action privacy lawsuit, you still have time. FCC Tells Bankruptcy Court Rocking M Faces Near-Million Dollar Fine For EEO Violations. Rocking M continues to own its five other stations in the Wichita market, which have been on and off the air regularly since the sale to Allied collapsed. Tucker Carlson hired Los Angeles-based attorney Bryan Freedman after parting ways with Fox News. Lance also advises stations, talent and brands on digital content strategies, programming integrations, and brand extensions. The lawsuit stems from accusations that Facebook allowed users' personal data to be shared with third parties, the most famous being Cambridge Analytica, a consulting firm that supported Donald . In November, Envision filed the suit, which contains several allegations related to leases Rocking M had at Envisions headquarters at 610 N. Main St. Envision alleged Rocking M failed to vacate the building at the end of its lease and that once locked out it left behind damaged property. On October 11, Envision filed a lawsuit against Rocking M in Harvey County District Court, claiming that Rocking M did not meet a payment schedule related to sister station KKGQ's sale in 2017 and owed the company money (Envision sought $1.25 million plus interest, costs and attorneys' fees). (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A - Invoice) (Stolte, Sharon) (Entered: 04/18/2023) 04/17/2023: 416: Notice of Monthly Statement of Services Rendered and Expenses Incurred by Sandberg Phoenix & von Gontard P.C. At 6a.m. on the 15th, the station shifted its stunting to Christmas music, now using the moniker "Santa Q92". [35][36][37][38], On August 28, 2020, the Harvey County District Court ruled in favor of Envision, awarding the company $1.2 million plus interest for what it said was Rocking M's breach of contract. Filed by Sharon L Stolte on behalf of ROCKING M MEDIA, LLC . If you have a tip, please e-mail or tweet her or call 316-268-6340. ruled in favor of Envision Broadcast Network in its lawsuit, six Wichita-area Rocking M Media stations went off the air, has been on and off the air over the past year, Overland Park firm is expanding in Wichita in two big ways, In the land of the free, why cant we have mini-pickup trucks like the Taliban and ISIS? In addition, Rocking M had stated that it hoped to still sell KKGQ and its five sister stations. Lance also advises stations, talent and brands on digital content strategies, programming integrations, and brand extensions. Stations subject to the one-year license renewal include KKLE-AM Winfield, KS; KIBB-FM Haven, KS; KLEY-AM Wellington, KS; KVWF-FM Augusta, KS; KWME-FM Wellington, KS; and the Wellington-licensed translator K262CQ. It also wanted a sheriff's sale of property related to the station and demanded that Rocking M deliver all collateral to Envision. It's out $787.5m and top host Tucker Carlson. What's next for Fox News? [11], On February 11, 2020, KWME returned to the air, operating from studios in Wellington, and picked up the syndicated "Jammin' Radio" rhythmic oldies format from Envision Radio Networks (not related to the non-profit Envision), rebranding as "Jammin' 92.7. This case was filed in Los Angeles County Superior Courts, Stanley Mosk Courthouse located in Los Angeles, California. One Wichita-area Rocking M Media station is back on, but what about the others? Lance Venta is Owner and Publisher of RadioInsight.com. Case number: 2:22-bk-20242 - ROCKING M MEDIA, LLC - Kansas Bankruptcy Court Rocking M Media and related companies file Chapter 11 bankruptcy - MSN And the best part of all, documents in their CrowdSourced Library are FREE! Former KKGQ owner Envision Broadcast Group (unrelated to the syndicator), had placed liens on Rocking M Media forcing the lockout of the studios that took the stations off the air in September and then the collapse of the sale. A second Envision Broadcast Network lawsuit, this one in Sedgwick County District Court, is still pending. CEO Monte Miller's declaration in the bankruptcy petition tells the. The feud between Gov. Previously, Wolkoff said his company also would return KVWF, 100.5-FM, the short-lived but popular former Flight, to the air. Facebook agrees to pay $725M settlement: Whats the deadline to file a claim? In the fall of 2002, the station flipped to "92.3 the Zone" with an automated modern AC/modern rock format. Copyright 2023 RadioInsight / RadioBB Networks. The station moved to 92.7 FM in December 2011, following KANR's move to 99.7 FM. KKGQ also has been on and off the air over the past year with a couple of different formats. [39], On April 6, 2021, Rocking M announced it would sell KKGQ to Overland Park-based Pinnacle Media (owned by Chad Boeger, who is the president of Union Broadcasting, owner of Kansas City sports talk stations WHB and KCTE, as well as three sports stations (WHBE (AM)/FM and WLCL) in the Louisville, Kentucky, market) for $623,000. | Opinion, Undrafted Kansas State football players sign with NFL teams as priority free agents, Kansas native who has written several No. Visit our, KKGQ Sale To Lead To Legal Settlement In Wichita, FCC Report 4/30: Another Attempt At Inland Empire Upgrade, VP/Rock Programming & WKQX PD Troy Hanson Exits Cumulus Media, Laura Steele Moves Up To Afternoons At WJJK, SummitMedia Takes Awesome 99.5 To The Streetz, This Weekend, All My Friends Are on the Radio, Key Peninsula News: KGHPs Future is Up in the Air as Station Manager is Laid Off, Jennifer Grullon Joins Kevin Begley In Afternoons At Star 99.9. The Federal Communications Commission has told a federal bankruptcy court in Kansas City that it is investigating Rocking M Media for several alleged violations of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations. Envision filed the suit last fall against Rocking M Media LLC, Rocking M Media Wichita, Christopher D. Miller, Kristin Miller, Merle M. Miller, Doris J. Miller and Belate LLC. Right-wing media attacks former Tucker Carlson producer over lawsuit Bankruptcy attorney Sharon Stolte of Sandberg Phoenix & von Gontard, who is representing the company, told The Wichita Eagle that, We filed on Saturday, and we are hoping to reorganize. April 19, 2023, 12:13 p.m. We will sell some of the stations that we find are not profitable, and we will reorganize the debt with the remaining stations. In addition, the lawsuit between Rocking M and Allied Media Partners will go to trial in June 2022. FCC Tells Bankruptcy Court Rocking M Faces Near-Million Dollar Fine For EEO Violations. CNN has parted ways with longtime host Don Lemon. (RE: related document(s)428 Order on Generic Motion) Notice Date 04/30/2023. A hearing has been scheduled for Thursday (Dec. 15) in order for both sides to make their case to the judge. Facebook users have just about four months until the claim deadline on Aug. 25, 2023, to submit an application online or by mail. KWME (92.7 FM) is a radio station. Rocking M Media must pay civil penalty of $7,000 to FCC - The Wichita Eagle Cancellation and Refund Policy, Privacy Policy, and [5] A week later, Allied Media Partners announced it would cease operations, and let go all employees, putting the future of the stations in jeopardy. The combined firm would retain their broadcast properties and spin off their print assets as Journal Media Group. On July 4, at Noon, KWME flipped to Rhythmic AC as "92.7 The Blast", launching with "Jump Around" by House of Pain. for the Period March 1, 2023 Through March 31, 2023. On September 23, 2019, Envision, who owns the building that housed the station's studios, would lock the doors, denying staff members access to the station and offices; the non-profit organization claims that Rocking M was behind in their lease agreement. (Admin.) Note the Allied Media lawsuit trial date. [7] On November 6, Envision filed a second lawsuit against Rocking M in Sedgwick County District Court for failing to vacate the building that houses their station's studios, along with leaving behind damaged property and failing to pay rent for parking spaces. At a press conference on December 30, Envision announced that Brett Harris and Tracy Cassidy (formerly of KRBB) would host mornings on the station beginning January 5.[17][18]. [16], At midnight on December 13, 2014, the station, now under the KKGQ call sign, broke from the simulcast, and began stunting with music from blind musicians, as well as construction sound effects and greeting messages from Envision employees. One county is at a medium community level, Man found dead in the passenger seat of an SUV in north Wichita, police say, Longtime building at Douglas and Rock Road demolished; heres whats taking its place. 2013-06-28. (kmm) (Entered: 04/28/2023), Order Granting Third Motion to Extend/Limit Exclusivity Period for Filing a Chapter 11 Plan and Disclosure Statement (Related Doc # 387) Signed on 4/28/2023. Rocking M Media had to pay a $7,000 civil penalty by Jan. 1 for failure to meet the FCC's minimum operating requirements. It also wanted a sheriff's sale of property related to the station and demanded that Rocking M deliver all collateral to Envision. By continuing to use this website, you agree to UniCourts General Disclaimer, Terms of Service, James D. Dillavou Vs Rocking M Media Llc, Et Al. Those stations are the former Rhythmic Hot AC 92.7 The Blast KWME Wellington, Variety Hits 97.1 Bob-FM KIBB Haven, AAA Flight 100.5 KVWF Augusta, AC 100.3 The Wave 1130 KLEY/100.3 K262CQ Wellington, and Talk 1550 KKLE Winfield. If you have a tip, please e-mail or tweet her or call 316-268-6340. reported that a deal for Wichitas new Allied Media Partners, Overland Park firm is expanding in Wichita in two big ways, In the land of the free, why cant we have mini-pickup trucks like the Taliban and ISIS? "Don will forever be a part of the CNN . On July 2, 2018, KWME dropped its then-classic hits format (branded as "SuperHits 92.7") and began stunting with all-Patriotic music as "92.7 The Patriot." To be more specific, not all Facebook users are eligible but more than 100 million are. With the merger, the grandfathered ownership clause that Journal had was voided, forcing a sale of one of the Journal stations to satisfy ownership limits.

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