WKRP in Cincinnati, once TV's fictional radio station, may become real
AP News • • entertainment
Key Points:
- The call letters WKRP, made famous by the 1978-1982 CBS sitcom "WKRP in Cincinnati," have been acquired by a North Carolina nonprofit and are set to return to Cincinnati radio after 48 years.
- D.P. McIntire, who runs the nonprofit Oak City Media, launched WKRP-LP, a low-power FM station in Raleigh, North Carolina, in 2015, featuring a nostalgic format and local programming reminiscent of small-town radio from decades ago.
- McIntire's organization is auctioning the WKRP call letters for FM, AM, and television use, with proceeds going toward a new nonprofit aimed at supporting emerging broadcasters.
- Although details are confidential due to contractual obligations, McIntire confirmed that WKRP will be back on Cincinnati radio, continuing the legacy of the beloved fictional station.
- The WKRP call sign holds sentimental value for fans due to the show's character-driven appeal, and McIntire hopes the new users will honor the spirit of the original series.
