Non-Com KDHX 88.1 FM, once a vibrant hub of live, local music and a diverse array of radio programs hosted by St. Louis natives, is set to be acquired by to Educational Media Foundation, parent to the “K-Love” and “Air1” chains of contemporary Christian stations.
The nonprofit station’s leadership has agreed to sell equipment and tower for a minimum of $4.35 million, with the price rising to $4.8 million if the deal closes swiftly. The transaction requires approval from the FCC and a bankruptcy court judge, with creditors given roughly three weeks to raise objections.
The decision was made public in a Tuesday statement on KDHX’s website, with further details shared during a Wednesday morning Zoom call with reporters. “We’ve worked to do what’s right and position the organization for a viable future,” said Gary Pierson, KDHX board president. “This was the best outcome we could achieve.” |
| 88.1 FM (42 Kw) |
While some supporters expressed disappointment, many had anticipated this move for months, cautioning that the station—crippled by financial woes and a recent bankruptcy filing—would resolve its debts by offloading its prized FCC license, its most valuable asset.
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