WLAQ
Encyclopedia
WLAQ is a radio station
broadcasting a News Talk Information format. Licensed to Rome, Georgia
, USA, the station serves the Rome GA area. The station is currently owned by Cripple Creek Broadcasting Company and features programing from CBS Radio
.
WLAQ currently provides a locally-produced morning news/talk/sports program, as well as a great deal of local varsity sports coverage. WLAQ and its sister station WATG 95.7 FM The Ridge are flagship stations for coverage of the Rome Braves, Class A affiliate of the major league Atlanta Braves. Son of legendary Braves voice Skip Caray, Josh Caray, provided the play-by-play for the 2007 and 2008 seasons. Other sports coverage is provided by station principals Randy Davis, Jim Bojo, and numerous other local sports watchers.
WLAQ's daily syndicated programming includes the Glenn Beck Program
, Rush Limbaugh
, Dave Ramsey
, and continuous coverage through the night from the ESPN Radio Network. The station also carries NASCAR
coverage from the MRN Radio Network and Atlanta Thrashers
coverage on a limited basis.
Glenn Beck premiered on WLAQ in the 9 AM to Noon time slot in September 2008 after decades of that time slot being filled by regionally syndicated talkradio mainstay Ludlow Porch
.
Radio station
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broadcasting a News Talk Information format. Licensed to Rome, Georgia
Rome, Georgia
Located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Rome is the largest city and the county seat of Floyd County, Georgia, United States. It is the principal city of the Rome, Georgia Metropolitan Statistical Area which encompasses all of Floyd County...
, USA, the station serves the Rome GA area. The station is currently owned by Cripple Creek Broadcasting Company and features programing from CBS Radio
CBS Radio
CBS Radio, Inc., formerly known as Infinity Broadcasting Corporation, is one of the largest owners and operators of radio stations in the United States, third behind main rival Clear Channel Communications and Cumulus Media. CBS Radio owns around 130 radio stations across the country...
.
WLAQ currently provides a locally-produced morning news/talk/sports program, as well as a great deal of local varsity sports coverage. WLAQ and its sister station WATG 95.7 FM The Ridge are flagship stations for coverage of the Rome Braves, Class A affiliate of the major league Atlanta Braves. Son of legendary Braves voice Skip Caray, Josh Caray, provided the play-by-play for the 2007 and 2008 seasons. Other sports coverage is provided by station principals Randy Davis, Jim Bojo, and numerous other local sports watchers.
WLAQ's daily syndicated programming includes the Glenn Beck Program
Glenn Beck Program
The Glenn Beck Program is an American talk radio show hosted by commentator Glenn Beck on Premiere Radio Networks. Since its inception as a nationally syndicated show in 2002, the program has become one of the highest rated radio programs...
, Rush Limbaugh
Rush Limbaugh
Rush Hudson Limbaugh III is an American radio talk show host, conservative political commentator, and an opinion leader in American conservatism. He hosts The Rush Limbaugh Show which is aired throughout the U.S. on Premiere Radio Networks and is the highest-rated talk-radio program in the United...
, Dave Ramsey
Dave Ramsey
David L. Ramsey III is an American financial author, radio host, television personality, and motivational speaker.Ramsey's syndicated radio program The Dave Ramsey Show is promoted with a tagline that "It's about your life and your money," and it is heard on over 450 radio stations throughout the...
, and continuous coverage through the night from the ESPN Radio Network. The station also carries NASCAR
NASCAR
The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing is a family-owned and -operated business venture that sanctions and governs multiple auto racing sports events. It was founded by Bill France Sr. in 1947–48. As of 2009, the CEO for the company is Brian France, grandson of the late Bill France Sr...
coverage from the MRN Radio Network and Atlanta Thrashers
Atlanta Thrashers
The Atlanta Thrashers were a professional ice hockey team based in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. Atlanta was granted a franchise in the National Hockey League on June 25, 1997, and became the league's 28th franchise when it began play in the 1999–2000 NHL season...
coverage on a limited basis.
Glenn Beck premiered on WLAQ in the 9 AM to Noon time slot in September 2008 after decades of that time slot being filled by regionally syndicated talkradio mainstay Ludlow Porch
Ludlow Porch
Ludlow Porch , born Bobby Crawford Hanson, was an American radio humorist popular in the southern United States. He was the author of many humor books including,"Fat White Guys Cookbook" and "Who Cares about Apathy"...
.