WDEX

WDEX
Broadcast areaCharlotte
Frequency1430 kHz
Programming
FormatUrban Gospel
Christian talk and teaching
Ownership
OwnerNew Life Community Temple of Faith, Inc.
WADE
Technical information[1]
Licensing authority
FCC
Facility ID22028
ClassB
Power2,500 watts
Transmitter coordinates
34°59′4.00″N 80°36′14.00″W / 34.9844444°N 80.6038889°W / 34.9844444; -80.6038889
Translator(s)100.1 MHz W261DW (Monroe)
Links
Public license information
WebsiteWDEX and WADE website

WDEX (1430 kHz) is an AM radio station in Monroe, North Carolina.[2] The station is owned by New Life Community Temple of Faith, Inc.[3] along with WADE 1340 AM in Wadesboro, North Carolina. The two stations simulcast a radio format of urban gospel music along with Christian talk and teaching programs.

WDEX is powered at 2,500 watts, using a directional antenna at all times.[4]

History

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WDEX signed on in December 1982 with an adult contemporary format. For a time it was owned by Ford Broadcasting and shared much of its programming with WRNA, WRKB and WLTC, which aired Southern gospel music along with preaching.

References

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  1. ^ "Facility Technical Data for WDEX". Licensing and Management System. Federal Communications Commission.
  2. ^ "WDEX Facility Record". United States Federal Communications Commission, audio division.
  3. ^ "Station Information Profile". Arbitron.
  4. ^ Radio-Locator.com/WDEX
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