Usher Media announced the acquisition of six Central Nebraska radio stations and CentralNebraskaTODAY.com, (Dallas Nau, Central Nebraska Today.com)
KEARNEY, GRAND ISLAND — Usher Media announced the acquisition of six Central Nebraska radio stations and CentralNebraskaTODAY.com.
This is to announce that a contract has been signed and an application is being filed with the FCC for the transfer of KGFW-AM, KQKY-FM, KRNY-FM, and K241CN-FX, Kearney, NE; KROR-FM, Hastings, NE; and KSYZ-FM, Grand Island, NE from NRG Media, LLC to Usher Media, L.L.C
The seller, NRG Media, LLC, is an lowa-based company headed by Mary Quass. NRG owns more than 30 other radio stations across lowa, Illinois, Nebraska, and Wisconsin.
NRG’s CEO, Mary Quass said, “We’re pleased to announce the sale of our 6 radio stations in Central Nebraska to Usher Media LLC, a respected local broadcaster. It’s been a privilege to serve this community with an exceptional team whose passion and commitment have made these stations a vital voice in the Kearney, Hastings and Grand Island markets. We are confident that Usher Media will build on that foundation and continue to serve listeners, advertisers, and the community with excellence.”
The buyer, Usher Media, L.L.C., is a Nebraska-based company headed by Alan Usher.
From the head of Usher Media, Alan Usher, “We are excited to announce the acquisition of six radio stations in Central Nebraska. As a locally owned and operated organization, raised in the Tri-Cities, this strategic move underscores our commitment to expanding our media presence while staying deeply connected to our roots. We are committed to being a community leader, championing local projects, and driving community growth. We look forward to providing comprehensive local news, weather, and sports coverage while fostering a vibrant and thriving community for all.”
Station’s involved include KRNY-FM (Y102), KQKY-FM (Hits 106), KGFW-AM and it’s translator K241CN-FX in Kearney and KSYZ-FM (107.7 The Island) and KROR-FM (Classic Rock 101.5) in Grand Island plus the operations of the news portal CentralNebraskaTODAY.com.
