FM 92.1 back on the air

  Over a week ago, the ice storm that hit Bates county not only wreaked havoc on power lines, pipes and roads, but due to an imbalance of three phase power feeding Butler's radio station, the FM transmitter was severely damaged leaving the frequency dark for several days.

  Following a fast trip to Illinois to pick up a spare unit, the station has resumed broadcasting at 1,000 watts instead of the usual 4,700 which could limit the coverage area; however efforts are being made to correct the issue as soon as possible.

  Station owner Melody Thornton says other precautions are being taken to prevent future outages as well and in the event you are having reception issues, you can always listen on line at www.921news.com.