Abby Grossberg worked for shows that spread conspiracy theories. [16], At midnight on December 13, 2014, the station, now under the KKGQ call sign, broke from the simulcast, and began stunting with music from blind musicians, as well as construction sound effects and greeting messages from Envision employees. On the surface, Fox News got pummeled. The firm harvested the data of as many as 87 million Facebook users,the Associated Press reported. On October 11, Envision filed a lawsuit against Rocking M in Harvey County District Court, claiming that Rocking M did not meet a payment schedule related to sister station KKGQ's sale in 2017 and owed the company money (Envision sought $1.25 million plus interest, costs and attorneys' fees). [8] In return, Rocking M filed a complaint with the FCC, hoping that the agency would force Envision to allow access back to the stations' studios, as well as to fine the company. Envision applied to change KFTI-FM's call sign to KKGQ upon the closing of the sale. As part of the deal, Union and Envision will conduct a one day camp for blind and visually impaired youths that includes access and engagement to produce and air radio broadcast shows. The suit also alleges that some property is missing and that Rocking M failed to pay all of the rent it owed on parking spaces. It raised a total of $1,988,674. A couple of lawsuits and a complaint to the Federal Communications Commission followed. Former Vice President Mike Pence . [3] In 1976, KJRG-FM changed its call sign to KOEZ. In the spring-2017 ratings period, KKGQ held a 0.7 share of the market, whereas closest competitor KFBZ held a 3.6 share, and mainstream AC rival KRBB held a 4.7 share. 131 N. Santa Fe Ave Ste 3, Salina KS, 67401. Rocking M Media and its associated companies that own 21 stations in central and western Kansas has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Carrie Rengers, "Brett Harris, Tracy Cassidy to reunite on new station". On October 11, Envision filed a lawsuit against Rocking M in Harvey County District Court, claiming that Rocking M did not meet a payment schedule related to sister station KKGQ's sale in 2017 and owed the company money (Envision sought $1.25 million plus interest, costs and attorneys' fees). Why is this public record being published online? After being purchased by Journal Broadcast Group in December 1999 and focused its audience to Wichita (as well as moving studios there), on January 15, 2000, they flipped to an adult contemporary format as "Mix 92.3" and would later evolve to adult top 40. 2022-12-28, Sacramento County Superior Courts | Other | October 28, 2022 0 On August 1, RBR+TVBR first reported that a group of radio stations licensed to the company led by Monte and Doris Miller would be placed up for sale in a court-administered. Nor has Miller responded to numerous requests for information throughout the year about whats happening with Rocking M stations in Wichita. Notice of Entry of Dismissal and Proof of Service; Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff), Request for Dismissal; Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff), at 09:30 AM in Department 76, Christopher K. Lui, Presiding; Case Management Conference - Held - Continued, Minute Order ( (Case Management Conference)); Filed by Clerk, at 08:30 AM in Department 76, Christopher K. Lui, Presiding; Hearing on Ex Parte Application (To Extend Time to Serve Complaint) - Held - Motion Granted, Minute Order ( (Hearing on Ex Parte Application To Extend Time to Serve Compl)); Filed by Clerk, Certificate of Mailing for ((Hearing on Ex Parte Application To Extend Time to Serve Compl) of 07/23/2020); Filed by Clerk, Ex Parte Application (To Extend Time to Serve Complaint); Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff), Proof of Mailing (Substituted Service); Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff), Summons (on Complaint); Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff), Notice of Case Management Conference; Filed by Clerk, Notice of Case Assignment - Unlimited Civil Case; Filed by Clerk, Civil Case Cover Sheet; Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff), Complaint; Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff). [24][25] The FCC approved the sale in late May; however, the sale was not consummated due to Allied Media Partners condition that Rocking M would clear all liens and outstanding debt on the stations in order for the sale to be completed. (RE: related document(s)428 Order on Generic Motion) Notice Date 04/30/2023. The legal battles between Rocking M and Envision dated back to the merger of KKGQ into Rocking Ms Wichita cluster in April 2017. On July 4, at Noon, KWME flipped to Rhythmic AC as "92.7 The Blast", launching with "Jump Around" by House of Pain. The feud between Gov. Rocking M Media's inability to keep its Wichita-area radio stations on the air full time has frustrated listeners, and the FCC apparently doesn't like it either. It points out the FCC does not offer any details on its investigation, including when it began, what is the focus, and when it might be completed. Over the last three years we revamped our approach to privacy and implemented a comprehensive privacy program. Thats never happened. [9][10] On August 28, 2020, the Harvey County District Court ruled in favor of Envision, awarding the company $1.2 million plus interest for what it said was Rocking M's breach of contract. The Commission says it learned in 2020 that the stations might be silent without proper authority and sent Rocking M Media a letter to inquire about their operational status. Phone: 785-823-1111. The court awarded Envision $1.2 million plus interest for what it said was Rocking M and the Miller familys breach of contract. [10] KFTI-FM, their sister radio stations in the Wichita area, and two TV stations were not included in the merger; in September, Journal filed to transfer these stations to the Journal/Scripps Divestiture Trust (with Kiel Media Group as trustee). [20][21][22][23], (KWME's logo under previous 93.5 frequency). The legal fight ended with a $20,000 settlement paid by Rocking M. Then Rocking M Media was entangled in a lawsuit with Envision Broadcast Network over Rocking M Media's 2017 purchase agreement for KKGQ Wichita (92.3) that ended in a $1.2 million judgment against the company. In 2019, The Eagle reported that a deal for Wichitas new Allied Media Partners to acquire Rocking M Medias six Wichita-area radio stations fell apart and the stations went off the air. The flip marked the return of an adult-oriented rhythmic format to the market for the first time since now-former sister station KKGQ shifted from Rhythmic to Hot AC in October 2015. KWME (92.7 FM) is a radio station. The simulcast continued until the approval of the sale on December 12, 2014. ESPN Radio programming fills the remainder of the schedule. [15] On March 26, 2022, Rocking M filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, claiming $1,307,696.75 in assets and $22,365,886.40 in liabilities owed between its four holding companies. Hunters collapsing world: Why a criminal plea could now be the best option Scalise: Americans expect Biden to sit in a room with Speaker McCarthy and Ted Cruz decries political smear job against Clarence Thomas for ethics Rices departure brings relief to immigration advocates. [1] Licensed to Wellington, Kansas, United States, the station serves the Wichita, Kansas area. Rocking M told the FCC the silence was a result of financial problems, an eviction and a failed sale of a number of its stations among other things. See more. Fox News and Tucker Carlson, the right-wing extremist who used his prime time perch at the talk network to exert a firm grip over the Republican Party, have severed ties, the network said . The lawsuit stems from accusations that Facebook allowed users' personal data to be shared with third parties, the most famous being Cambridge Analytica, a consulting firm that supported Donald . [2] The station was consistently in the top 10 of the Wichita market's radio ratings from the early 1980s through the 1990s.[4]. Rocking M Media Investments & Acquisitions (2) Company Name Deal Date Deal Type Deal Size Industry Lead Partner; 000000000: 02-Mar-2023: 0000000000: Media and Information Services (B2B) Alpha Media (5 Radio Stations in Salina, Kansas) 14-Oct-2016: Corporate Asset Purchase: Buildings and Property: Heres when to fill up, Disruptive passenger forces Israel-bound United flight back to Newark after 3 hours, Saudi alfalfa sparks tension in Arizonas Sonoran Desert, Sanders: Biden could win in a landslide, The Memo: Culture wars frontlines are drawn in the states, Trump, Fox News have a new point of tension: Tucker Carlson. The legal battles between the groups dates to the merger of KKGQ into Rocking Ms Wichita cluster in April 2017. The 22-station Kansas group held an auction this summer to sell a dozen stations in order to raise cash. Rocking M sold 92.3 KKGQ Newton/Wichita to Chad Boegers Pinnacle Media for $623,000 last year as part of a deal to settle the legal battle between it and Envision Broadcast Network. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. Rocking M founder Monte Miller didnt return a call for comment. As with many class action lawsuits, the size of each individuals payout depends on how many claims come in. In a Dec. 23 consent decree, the FCC found that granting the KKGQ license to Pinnacle Media serves the public good. [16][17][18] On July 29, Rocking M announced they would partner with Patrick Communications to market and engage a sale of Rocking M's Wichita, Wellington and Winfield stations (including KWME), as well as 7 other stations in Kansas, through an auction; bids were then accepted until September 27, with the auction set to take place in October. In the petition Rocking M claims $1,307,696.75 in assets and $22,365,886.40 in liabilities owed between its four holding companies. [28][29] KKGQ would occasionally return to the air to broadcast Kansas State Wildcats football games as part of the station's agreement with Learfield Sports to carry the games as the Wichita affiliate. (kmm) (Entered: 04/28/2023), Order Granting Third Motion to Extend/Limit Exclusivity Period for Filing a Chapter 11 Plan and Disclosure Statement (Related Doc # 387) Signed on 4/28/2023. The playlist included a wide range of hip hop, R&B and dance hits from the late 1970s to the early 2010s, with no currents. Union Broadcasting will enter into an Advertising Agreement with Pinnacle to manage the station. (Double check you meet the criteria here.). Former KKGQ owner Envision Broadcast Group (unrelated to the syndicator), had placed liens on Rocking M Media forcing the lockout of the studios that took the stations off the air in September and then the collapse of the sale. Allied Media Partners would take over the stations via a local marketing agreement on April 1. Other winners included fellow Kansas broadcaster White Communications, Ad Astra Per Aspera Broadcasting, and Great Plains Christian Radio. [19] The second go-around with the format had a playlist focused on pop and rhythmic hits from the 1990s to the current day (as well as some current pop-rock songs for balance) instead of the 1970s and 1980s focus its "Magic" predecessor had. On July 30, 2014, it was announced that the E. W. Scripps Company would acquire Journal Communications in an all-stock transaction. | Opinion, Undrafted Kansas State football players sign with NFL teams as priority free agents, Kansas native who has written several No. Collapsed sale, silence, legal issues, 'The Brand'. Rocking M Medias inability to keep its Wichita-area radio stations on the air full time has frustrated listeners, and the FCC apparently doesnt like it either. With the merger, the grandfathered ownership clause that Journal had was voided, forcing a sale of one of the Journal stations to satisfy ownership limits. A suspension of operations/silent temporary authority filing was not submitted until October 2020, with Rocking M citing the aforementioned technical issues, as well as a shortage of operating funds, along with inadvertence from the company's marketing and facilities manager, as the reasons behind the request. The fine and consent decree are for violations of the agencys minimum operating requirements. Carrie Rengers has been a reporter for more than three decades, including almost 20 years at The Wichita Eagle. "Rocking M Media and related companies file Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Bankruptcy attorney Sharon Stolte of Sandberg Phoenix & von Gontard, who is representing the company, told The Wichita Eagle that, We filed on Saturday, and we are hoping to reorganize. KKGQ also has been on and off the air over the past year with a couple of different formats. for the Period March 1, 2023 Through March 31, 2023. One county is at a medium community level, Man found dead in the passenger seat of an SUV in north Wichita, police say, Longtime building at Douglas and Rock Road demolished; heres whats taking its place. [5][6][3] The station would change its call sign to KMXW on October 27, 2000. (Jason Koerner/Getty Images) 5 min. The legal battle between Envision Broadcast Network and Rocking M Media will be settled following the sale of 92.3 KKGQ Newton/Wichita KS to Chad Boegers Pinnacle Media. ET. Harvey County District Court has ruled in favor of Envision Broadcast Network in its lawsuit against Rocking M Media and the Miller family that owns the company. Rocking M may be cooperating with the Enforcement Bureau, but the company is asking Judge Dale Somers to discharge the unspecified claim against it as part of the bankruptcy proceeding. Bankruptcy attorney Sharon Stolte of Sandberg Phoenix & von Gontard, who is representing the company, told the Wichita Eagle that We filed on Saturday, and we are hoping to reorganize. 1 country songs is now taking the stage, Kansas reports more than 500 new COVID cases. The company must pay a $7,000 civil penalty by Jan. 1 for failure to meet the FCCs minimum operating requirements. (RE: related document(s)427 Order on Motion to Extend/Limit Exclusivity Period) Notice Date 04/30/2023. [11][12], On October 10, 2014, Journal announced that KFTI-FM would be sold to Wichita-based Envision, a non-profit blind advocacy group, under their newly formed broadcasting division, for a price of $1.55 million. Her Have You Heard? I n less than a week, Fox News has agreed to pay out $787.5m in a huge legal settlement and fired its most popular host, in an unprecedented crisis for . If you have a tip, please e-mail or tweet her or call 316-268-6340. ruled in favor of Envision Broadcast Network in its lawsuit, six Wichita-area Rocking M Media stations went off the air, has been on and off the air over the past year, Overland Park firm is expanding in Wichita in two big ways, In the land of the free, why cant we have mini-pickup trucks like the Taliban and ISIS? And before any money lands in your bank account, attorneys fees and administrative expenses will be deducted from the $725 million pot. Rocking M Media then filed requests for special temporary authority to remain silent, which the Bureau granted on Nov. 25, 2020 for a six-month period ending May 24, 2021. Right-wing media attacks former Tucker Carlson producer over lawsuit. However, the stations that had significant records of silence KKLE, KLEY, KVWF, KWME and the FM translator K262CQ will be renewed for only one year instead of full renewal terms. In addition, Rocking M had stated that it hoped to still sell KKGQ and its five sister stations. Rocking M agreed to sell its entire cluster in 2019 to Allied Media Partners, however liens placed on the stations by Envision were unable to be cleared and Envision locked Rocking M Media out of their studios located at Envisions headquarters leading to the sale collapsing. [15] Although Envision is a non-profit organization, the station would continue to operate with a commercial license. [26][27] A week later, Allied Media Partners announced it would cease operations, and let go all employees, putting the future of the stations in jeopardy. Meta has agreed to settle the claim for $725 million, but denies any wrongdoing. https://t.co/BgyVzyIisz" The case status is Other. The $7,000 fine must be paid by Jan. 1, 2022. Lance also advises stations, talent and brands on digital content strategies, programming integrations, and brand extensions. Certificate of Service on 3/9/2023. Envision filed suit in a fight for control of the station after Rocking M Media defaulted on a $1.5 million promissory note. [1][2] It was a sister station to Newton-licensed KJRG and had its studios there; both stations were owned by George Basil Anderson. Filed by Sharon L Stolte on behalf of ROCKING M MEDIA, LLC . The first song on "Kansas Country" was "Austin" by Pat Green. The FCC says that Rocking M is well aware of the ongoing investigation and the company has provided some information to the agency in response to its enforcement inquiries. [3], On March 29, 2019, Rocking M announced they would sell KWME and its five sister stations in the Wichita/Wellington/Winfield area to Allied Media Partners, a local group owned by Matt Baty and Tommy Castor, for $6.2 million. WSU says professor is revolutionizing Native American history on the Plains, but is he? 5/28/2020: Notice of Case Management Conference, 5/26/2020: Notice of Case Assignment - Unlimited Civil Case, 7/23/2020: Certificate of Mailing for - CERTIFICATE OF MAILING FOR (HEARING ON EX PARTE APPLICATION TO EXTEND TIME TO SERVE COMPL) OF 07/23/2020, 7/23/2020: Minute Order - MINUTE ORDER (HEARING ON EX PARTE APPLICATION TO EXTEND TIME TO SERVE COMPL), 7/22/2020: Ex Parte Application - EX PARTE APPLICATION TO EXTEND TIME TO SERVE COMPLAINT, 7/21/2020: Proof of Mailing (Substituted Service), 9/24/2020: Minute Order - MINUTE ORDER (CASE MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE), 10/6/2020: Notice of Entry of Dismissal and Proof of Service, DocketNotice of Entry of Dismissal and Proof of Service; Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff), DocketRequest for Dismissal; Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff), Docketat 09:30 AM in Department 76, Christopher K. Lui, Presiding; Case Management Conference - Held - Continued, DocketMinute Order ( (Case Management Conference)); Filed by Clerk, Docketat 08:30 AM in Department 76, Christopher K. Lui, Presiding; Hearing on Ex Parte Application (To Extend Time to Serve Complaint) - Held - Motion Granted, DocketMinute Order ( (Hearing on Ex Parte Application To Extend Time to Serve Compl)); Filed by Clerk, DocketCertificate of Mailing for ((Hearing on Ex Parte Application To Extend Time to Serve Compl) of 07/23/2020); Filed by Clerk, DocketEx Parte Application (To Extend Time to Serve Complaint); Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff), DocketProof of Mailing (Substituted Service); Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff), DocketSummons (on Complaint); Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff), DocketNotice of Case Management Conference; Filed by Clerk, DocketNotice of Case Assignment - Unlimited Civil Case; Filed by Clerk, DocketCivil Case Cover Sheet; Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff), DocketComplaint; Filed by James D. Dillavou (Plaintiff), California Supreme Court | Other | Her Have You Heard? Lance Venta is Owner and Publisher of RadioInsight.com. Yet the auction tally fell well short of the money owed to debtholders, leaving open the possibility that Rocking M may be forced to sell other radio assets as part of the bankruptcy process. It also wanted a sheriff's sale of property related to the station and demanded that Rocking M deliver all collateral to Envision. Bill Wachters My Town Media was the big winner in the auction, as it had the top bid for six of the 12 Rocking M stations, including two in the Wichita, KS market. Trustee U.S. [19] On October 31, it was announced that Pittsburg-based MyTown Media was the winning bidder for KWME and Rocking M's Wichita, Wellington and Winfield stations for $1.18 million; the company was also the winning bidder for two stations in Liberal and Pratt. They included KKGQ, KIBB, 97.1-FM, KVWF, 100.5-FM, KWME, 92.7-FM, Wellingtons KLEY, 100.3-FM and 1130-AM, and Winfields KKLE, 1550-AM. [20][21] In addition, Harris and Cassidy would be let go from the station on April 19, and the station rebranded as "Q92.3". This page is not available in other languages. A second Envision Broadcast Network lawsuit, this one in Sedgwick County District Court, is still pending. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Per the deal, the civil lawsuits between Envision and Rocking M will be jointly dismissed. The Judge overseeing this case is Dale L. Somers. Rocking M Media and its associated companies that own 21 stations in central and western Kansas has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Envision has since filed a pair of lawsuits against Rocking M Media. Lance also advises stations, talent and brands on digital content strategies, programming integrations, and brand extensions. Boeger, who heads Union Broadcasting and its Sports stations in Kansas City and Louisville, will pay Rocking M $623,000 for KKGQ. | Opinion, Undrafted Kansas State football players sign with NFL teams as priority free agents, Kansas native who has written several No. The legal battle between Envision Broadcast Network and Rocking M Media will be settled following the sale of 92.3 KKGQ Newton/Wichita KS to Chad Boeger's Pinnacle Media. Real-time updates and all local stories you want right in the palm of your hand. The dollar figure represents the maximum potential fine Rocking M could face as the investigation into its EEO practices moves forward. At midnight on January 1, 2015, KKGQ began airing a six-hour program of smooth jazz music titled The Oasis, which aired in overnights for a brief period. [40][41] The sale was approved by the FCC on January 4, 2022, and was consummated on February 7. (kmm) (Entered: 04/28/2023), Hearing Set (RE: related document(s)424 Objection to Confirmation of the Plan filed by Creditor Christopher Miller, Creditor Meridian Media, LLC, 425 Objection filed by U.S. [14], On December 23, 2021, Rocking M agreed to a Consent Decree with a $7,000 fine to settle the license renewal applications for KWME, KIBB, KVWF, KKLE and KLEY, and to complete the sale of KKGQ to Pinnacle Media. On October 11, Envision filed a lawsuit against Rocking M in Harvey County District Court, claiming that Rocking M did not meet a payment schedule related to KKGQ's sale in 2017 and owed the company money (Envision is seeking $1.25 million plus interest, costs and attorneys' fees).
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