Effective October 1, 2025, public radio station 89.3 FM WLRH will no longer be airing nationally syndicated programming content from National Public Radio (NPR). WLRH will be adding more locally-produced news and programming content.
With recent federal funding cuts to public media and costs associated with subscribing to NPR content, WLRH is making the difficult decision to stop airing Morning Edition, All Things Considered and other NPR distributed shows. NPR programming currently accounts for about 32% of WLRH’s weekly schedule.
At a time when many public radio stations are making tough decisions to eliminate staff, WLRH is hiring new positions to better serve our listening audience with more local programming, such as an original, community-focused morning show, featuring news, voices and stories about the Tennessee Valley.
WLRH staff will be working together to get back to the station’s roots of focusing more on our long-standing existing local programs, as well as developing new programming to better reflect our community. The WLRH audience will hear more local news, arts, culture, classical music and music of all genres, and original storytelling. The majority of WLRH programming will remain in place.
About WLRH Public Radio
WLRH Public Radio 89.3 FM has served North Alabama and Southern Middle Tennessee since 1976. As a non-commercial, listener-supported station, WLRH provides in-depth news, engaging cultural programming, and a commitment to enriching our community.
Mission Statement: To provide high-quality news, information, and cultural programming that educates, informs, and inspires the diverse communities of North Alabama and Southern Middle Tennessee.
Vision: To be the Tennessee Valley’s essential source for in-depth journalism, thoughtful discourse, and cultural enrichment, fostering an informed and engaged community.
WLRH connects the people of North Alabama through news, stories, and local programs that highlight the community’s arts, music and culture. We provide trusted local, national, and world news, and share important community events. WLRH is your platform for connection, culture, and community.
