Here’s the latest news on the road leading to HCR broadcasting on 101.5 on your FM dial.
– On Tuesday, September 23, Huntley Radio’s low power FM (LPFM) antenna was hoisted and installed atop of the Huntley Water Tower, located on the corner of Haligus and Kreutzer Roads.
– On Wednesday, September 24, all necessary LPFM equipment was installed in equipment racks at the station’s location in Deicke Park and also inside the base of the water tower. The transmitter will be installed before September 30.
– By Friday, September 26, high-speed Internet service between the station and the water tower will be tested.
– In early October, HCR will conduct extensive testing of its LPFM equipment and FM signal to validate the integrity of the equipment; the validity of is data and the compliance of its LPFM signal strength with the FCC requirements.
– Anticipating that the installation and testing period goes as planned, the FCC is expected to issue HCR its LPFM license by the end of October.
– Upon receipt of its FCC license, HCR will officially begin broadcasting its full line-up programming 24 hours per day, 365 days per year with the call sign WHRU-LP a 101.5.
It’s a very exciting time for the Village of Huntley and all our friends.
As we prepare for our new simulcasting – Internet streaming and FM broadcasting – we are continuing to add new shows and features.
One of the brand-new shows “Pondering our Paws” features Dr. Debra Junkins and her Technician Jeanette Hansen from the Pet Vet Animal Clinic. This show is dedicated to enhancing the lives of all animals and each broadcast, Dr. Deb and Jeanette will share information and answer questions all about our furry friends. They will touch on everything from veterinary medicine and upcoming pet events, breed profiles, and heartwarming stories.
And we urge you join us as we learn all about the McHenry Conservation District on their new show “Wide Open Spaces.” There will be programs on wildlife, sustainability, ecological restoration, conservation at home, backyard birding, butterfly gardening, outdoor recreation (horseback riding, hiking, canoeing, kayaking,, bicycling, fishing, and more). Learn all about this award-winning agency and what it offers to all the residents of McHenry County.
Go to our website, huntleyradio.org to get the schedule of our newest shows and to get the latest news about WHRU-LP.
