Metro Radio has acquired 97.7 W249BE Alexandria, VA from Positive Alternative Radio for $130,000.
Currently licensed with just 2 watts, the translator currently has a pending application with the FCC to relocate its transmitter to Bethesda, MD where it will cover Washington, DC on 97.5 with 250 watts.
When approved Metro Radio will utilize the translator to rebroadcast Talk 730 WTNT Alexandria, VA. WTNT operates with 8kW daytime and 25 watts at night. Its already possesses 102.9 W275BO Chantilly, VA to serve portions of Fairfax County.
Will be a great signal covering most of the area inside the Beltway when the app is approved. Surprised one of the big owners didn’t snap up 97.5 to simulcast an HD2.