Wednesday, February 22, 2006

...and we're back - mostly...

KOOP Austin resumed broadcasting as of this morning... Much respect to all who worked tirelessly to procure not only a temporary facility, but the required equipment (without which we can't really be an FM radio station). I would emphasize the struggle is *not* over - KOOP is still facing relocation to a permanent space (not a cheap endeavor), and we will be having multiple benefits and opportunities to give everyone a chance to contribute - see our station website at koop.org for more details... But hey: at least now you can stay tuned to 91.7FM to hear all about it - see you on Sunday.

Saturday, February 04, 2006

FIRE! Part II (aka: deja vu all over again)

It seems like a bad dream (or a bad sitcom), but: the already damaged KOOP radio facilities suffered catastrophic damage during a massive 4-alarm blaze early this morning. Once again, while the fire did not originate within the KOOP facilities, it didn't take long for the conflagration to spread... The station brass is coming up with contingency plans to return to the airwaves as we speak; until then, KVRX will be broadcasting in our stead. If you would like to see how you can pitch in, please visit the station website at koop.org... When I know more, I'll let you know.