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New talk radio station enters market


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NAPLES — Beasley Broadcast Group launched a new radio station for Southwest Florida, WJBX News Talk and More.

The station, according to a release, will be broadcast on 104.3 FM, 101.5 FM and 770 AM in Fort Myers, Naples and Marco Island. It will also be available online.

“We're ready to deliver thought-provoking topics that inform, educate and inspire our audience,” Southwest Florida Market Manager Brad Beasley says in the statement. “Our listeners will hear from a top selection of influential national voices.

Topics the programs will cover include news, financial advice, politics and pop culture. The weekday entry program, at 6 a.m., is “This Morning, America's First News” with Gordon Deal. After that specific shows and hosts include Kilmeade & Friends, John Gibson, Dave Ramsey, Tom Sullivan and Alan Colmes, the company adds. Other features include CBS News at the top of every hour and the “Daily Dose” with Dr. Oz.

Naples-based Beasley owns and operates 52 stations (34 FM and 18 AM) located in twelve large- and mid-size U.S. markets. The company's stock is publicly traded (symbol: BBGI; recent price: $4.79).

 

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