WYMS FM 88.9

Non-commercial radio station licensed to a school district and programmed by an independent community radio organization. The station features eclectic adult album alternative music format with locally-based automated programming on an HD Radio subchannel. Historical operations included mainstream jazz programming with ethnic music blocks, particularly polka music. The station underwent significant format transitions, moving from jazz to contemporary music formats following management changes in 2002 and 2007. Programming includes world music, new music discovery, local artist promotion, and NPR content following membership adoption in 2019. The station operates broadcast studios in a restored historic building in a neighborhood arts district with backup facilities maintained at the school district administrative center. Transmitter location on a television station tower provides coverage across the metropolitan region. The station has hosted music awards ceremonies and maintains partnerships with music programming organizations.