570 WWNC has added a new FM simulcast, as the iHeartMedia Asheville news/talk station hits the FM band for the first time.
The station can now be heard on 92.9 FM in the Asheville area. Previously, that FM translator was tied to ESPN Asheville, which airs on both the 880 and 1400 AM signals.
Both the 880 AM and 570 AM signals feature 5,000 watts of power. The 1400 AM signal licensed to Waynesville, broadcasts with 1,000 watts.
The 92.9 FM signal is not a full-market signal. It features 180 watts, strong enough to cover the city of Asheville.
“After our post–Hurricane Helene broadcast, it became clear just how essential WWNC is to Western North Carolina,” said iHeartMedia Carolina Area Senior Vice President of Programming Zac Davis. “Over the past year, we’ve focused on expanding our ability to serve the community, and this next step allows us to reach even more listeners. It’s a natural extension of the incredible work our Asheville team has already done.”
“This is a huge step for WWNC, not only for our station but for our clients and especially our listeners,” added morning host Mark Starling. “This is a first for Western North Carolina in News/ Talk format and extends our ability to inform and help our community.”
The programming on 570 WWNC will remain the same. Mark Starling will continue to host morning drive, before a lineup of nationally syndicated hosts like Glenn Beck, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton, Sean Hannity, The Ramsey Show, and Jesse Kelly complete the lineup.
“Extending News Radio 570 WWNC to 92.9 FM gives Western North Carolina greater access to trusted news and talk at a time when local information matters more than ever,” said iHeartMedia Carolinas Area President Drew Salamon. “This expansion reflects our ongoing commitment to serve Asheville and the surrounding communities with credible voices, local connection and meaningful conversations.”
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