AM Digital Modifications
NIA Broadcasting’s Regional Mexican “Caliente 96.1” 1470 WMGG Egypt Lake/Tampa FL has filed to become the first station to be granted permanent authority to operate in all-digital mode. WMGG simulcasts 96.1 WTMP-FM Dade City and serves as the originating station for 101.9 W270DU Tampa. WMGG commenced digital operation on January 12 via STA forgoing the supposedly 30 day digital notification window.
FCC Actions
After issuing a $3000 fine Imani Communications Corporation’s 105.3 WBFZ Selma AL in December for failing to timely file a license renewal, the FCC has reduced the penalty to $500. The FCC mistakingly stated that in addition to not filing the renewal application on time, WBFZ had not responded to the FCC’s Notice of Liability sent to them. WSFZ had responded admitting to its failure to file on time, but sent financial documents showing its inability to pay the proposed fine leading to the FCC reducing the penalty to $500.
