Tuesday, October 20, 2009



Hello, KSVR Listeners!

We're on Day Two of our Fall Pledge Drive -become a member of KSVR today, and help fund projects, such as the building of KSVU, which will be the "sister station" of KSVR, located in Concrete, Washington.  Call KSVR at 416-7000 or visit our website at www.ksvr.org.  Thanks for your support!

Larsen Applauds Funds to Expand Public Radio Access in Skagit County

 
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) congratulated Skagit Valley College for recently receiving a $110,528 federal grant from the Public Telecommunications Facilities Program. Skagit Valley College will use the funds to establish a new public radio station, KSVU on 90.1 FM, bringing local communication and educational programs to currently under-served areas in the Skagit River Valley. 
 
“Skagit Valley College’s effort to provide expanded access to local radio is a great service to our community,” said Larsen. “This was a highly competitive grant processand I congratulate Skagit Valley College on their success.” 
 
KSVU General Manager Rip Robbins said, “I look forward to developing new radio programs with the residents of the upriver valley, who have expressed great interest in having a radio station in their community.” 
 
“These funds will help Skagit Valley College and KSVU to provide important programming and news about education and local service issues to our friends and neighbors in eastern Skagit County,” said Dr. Gary Tollefson, President of SVC.  “It’s an exciting opportunity for the college and the communities we serve.” 
 
Public Telecommunications Facilities Program (PTFP) is a grant program directed by an agency within U.S. Department of Commerce.  PTFP designates a portion of their funding to provide financial support to public radio stations to help bring educational and cultural broadcasts.  The PTFP grant to Skagit Valley College will supplement the purchase of equipment for the new radio station, KSVU.


Monday, October 19, 2009

Hello, Listeners!

KSVR is on Day Number One of our Fall On-Air Pledge Drive!  We've got volunteers ready to answer the phones, and would appreciate your financial support to keep KSVR on the airwaves!

If you support the concept of local, independently-produced, community radio, consider making a financial donation during the week of October 19-24th, and become a paid member of KSVR Radio!  Members receive an annual membership card, with discounts to local businesses and KSVR events, and some great KSVR gear!  

Call us today at 360-416-7000 or visit our website at www.ksvr.org

Monday, October 5, 2009

Welcome to KSVR Word Waves!

If you are a supporter of community radio -as a listener, as a member, or just new to the idea of listening to radio for local news and events...THANK  YOU for visiting this site!

KSVR is a commercial-free, public radio station.  We offer a variety of locally produced programs, in both English and Spanish, and are a network of people who believe in the power of working together:  a grassroots project that welcomes community participation!

KSVR is dependent on the financial support and volunteer work of many individuals, businesses and organizations supporting the mission of community radio.  

YOU can become involved with KSVR...

VOLUNTEER- If you live within/near Skagit County, show your support of community radio by helping with everything from program production to website design.  

MEMBERSHIP- KSVR needs your financial support to continue!  Donations are accepted at any levels or become a member for as little as $25 per year -and receive discounts to special events or KSVR merchandise.

UNDERWRITER- Do you have a business or organization seeking patrons?  Connect with KSVR listeners, as donations are acknowledged over the airwaves, and in a variety of media communications -such as our weekly e-newsletter, website and more!  

We look forward to hearing from you and thank you for being a part of the KSVR Community!