News Radio 101.9 FM Big WAAX

An iHeartMedia-affiliated news and talk radio station broadcasting on 101.9 FM in the Gadsden, Alabama market, News Radio 101.9 Big WAAX positions itself as the primary source for local news, weather, and sports in Etowah County and the surrounding region. The station operates a news-forward format with continuous information programming throughout the broadcast day. Weekday mornings feature a locally branded show hosted by a personality identified as JT, airing from 6 to 9 a.m. Nationally syndicated content from the iHeartMedia network supplements local programming, including commentary from hosts such as Michael Berry. The station maintains a live traffic monitoring component alongside its weather and news coverage. As an iHeartMedia property, Big WAAX integrates with the company's broader digital ecosystem, including the iHeartRadio streaming platform. The station covers events of regional significance such as the Winter Olympics and local breaking news, positioning itself as a multi-platform news resource for listeners in the northeastern Alabama market. Emergency information services, including school closings and cancellations, form part of the station's public service programming.