Tag: KPLU
KNKX wins lawsuit against former owner over bequests
The station and Pacific Lutheran University disagreed over who should receive the funds.KNKX finds blessings, burdens in taking reins as independent station
After clearing a fundraising hurdle to buy its license, the Washington station found its work was just beginning.KPLU chooses new call letters
KNKX “stands for ‘Connects,’” according to the station.How did KPLU save itself? “You ask for help”
The station’s head of content shares lessons from its successful $7 million drive for survival.KUOW’s GM discusses the ‘jaw-dropping’ offer to purchase KPLU
Caryn Mathes says her hands were tied as the station faced criticism from the community.‘The Pub’ #71: Lessons from KUOW’s abortive purchase of KPLU
Other stations can learn from KPLU’s shockingly successful bid for independence.KPLU crowdsources search for new call letters
But Public McRadioface isn’t in the cards.Community group reaches deal on KPLU independence
The group raised another $1 million after reaching its initial goal in May.KPLU clears $7 million hurdle to independence
The campaign received donations from over 17,000 contributors.Emails give peek into behind-the-scenes discussions of KPLU sale
The Seattle Times shared details of how university and station officials sought to manage public reaction.Email shows KUOW saw ‘no sound business vision’ for Jazz24
KUOW was considering the fate of Jazz24 even before its purchase of KPLU was announced.Future of KPLU’s popular jazz stream hinges on fundraising campaign
The stream would continue for 90 days if acquired by KUOW, but plans are unclear beyond that date.Community group cites value of reduced staff costs in bid for KPLU
The proposal would lower the amount Friends of 88.5 FM needs to raise by June 30.KUOW plans new jazz service in advance of possible KPLU purchase
KUOW will unveil a preview of Planet Jazz next week.As KPLU seeks survival, KUOW makes plans for acquisition
KUOW shared intentions for KPLU if the Tacoma station can't raise $7 million in six months.
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