WCCO 830-AM - Minneapolis, MN
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member cldisme
N 44° 58.482 W 093° 16.219
15T E 478685 N 4980175
WCCO began broadcasting on the 830 AM frequency in 1941, but has a much earlier history.
Waymark Code: WM6EDV
Location: Minnesota, United States
Date Posted: 05/21/2009
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Jake39
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WCCO, which stands for Washburn Crosby Co., began broadcasting in October of 1924. It is a 50,000 watt clear channel broadcaster, so it can be received for 24-hours without sign-off. At night, this powerful station can be heard throughout most of the US.

WCCO originally transmitted on the 810kHz frequency, but in 1941 it switched to the current 830kHz frequency. Today's News/Talk format makes it an information staple to the local community and just as important today as it did back when it first started broadcasting.
Station Category: Commercial Radio

Genre or specialty of the station submitted: News radio

Station web-page: [Web Link]

Internet web-casting link if available.: [Web Link]

How is the signal transmitted: By "Transmission Tower"

Favourite program or on air person/announcer:
As a frequent visitor to the Twin Cities area, I like getting to know the local issues before I gossip with family. Plus the traffic and weather comes in very handy.

"SIRIUS Satellite Radio" channel number: Not listed

"XM Satellite Radio" channel number: Not listed
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