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Advertise on KKWS 105.9

KKWS 105.9 (kkws fm) “SUPERSTATION K-106 reaches a market of over a quarter of a million people primarily 18-54 year-olds, in over 15 counties in Central Minnesota’s ever-popular lakes area. SUPERSTATION K-106 features our proven contemporary country music format  – a blend of the most current hits. SUPERSTATION K-106 brings just the right amount of information to our listeners: ABC News, Red River Farm Network, Markets, Local & Regional News, Weather, Sports, and our newest Local AG Programming.” For advertisers who demand Regional Coverage, this is the Wadena Area’s 100,000 watt Country Music Station.

For more information and personal service to your advertising and marketing needs call: 320-762-2154 or email: dfalter@hbi.com

 

Local radio is a unique medium. It reaches people on the move. . . Creates a sense of urgency . . . Communicates with an intimacy unmatched by any other medium.

 

Radio scores BIG with listeners around the clock. Americans wake up with Radio and spend their day with Radio. In fact, each day, persons 12 and older spend 44% of their 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. media time with radio-more than they spend with any other medium.

 

Our markets:

Alexandria (pop. 11,680)-

• “As a strong regional hub for manufacturing, retail trade, health care, tourism, education and agriculture, Alexandria provides a solid economic base for residents and visitors.”
• “#1 FASTEST GROWING MICROPOLITAN IN MINNESOTA -Site Selection Magazine”
• “…retail sales within the City of Alexandria area nearly 277% higher than the per capital average rate as the state of Minnesota.”

Battle Lakes (pop. 879)-

• “Battle Lake is a bustling little community wrapped snugly around the western edge of West Battle Lake in central Minnesota’s “lakes country”.   The City has a population of 875 however with increasing development adjacent to the City and on nearby lakes, it appears to be much larger.”

Bertha (pop. 475)-

• “Established in 1897, Bertha, Minnesota has remained a thriving rural community in Central Minnesota for 117 years.”

Brainerd (pop. 13,425)–

• “The Greater Brainerd Lakes Area is one of the fastest growing regions in Minnesota, thanks in part to the Brainerd Lakes Area Economic Development Corporation (BLAEDC). People like the way business gets done here, in a relaxed atmosphere enhanced by extraordinary natural beauty and recreational opportunities. It’s the perfect place to telecommute, expand a business or start a whole new venture.”

Browerville (pop. 790)-

• “Our Main Street is totally on Highway 71, the most used (non Interstate) US highway running from Canada to Mexico!”

Clarissa (pop. 681)-

• Apart of the Todd County Development Corporation. “TCDC additionally provides site selection assistance and administers a revolving loan fund to financially assist business development projects in Todd County.” A TCDC goal: “To develop a multi-channel marketing plan that promotes Todd County’s balanced life style, agronomy-based work force and progressive business policies.”

Crosby (pop. 2,359)-

• “WELCOME TO CROSBY where small town friendliness and service are a tradition. Built around Serpent lake  in the heart of Cuyuna Country, the Crosby area offers dozens of beautiful natural lakes and  Minnesota’s newest lakes. Crosby offers everything from world class mountain bike trails, to acclaimed antiquing. Enjoy your stay!”

Deer Creek (pop. 322)-

Detroit Lakes (pop. 8,961)-

• “Our economic base is solid and stable with a good mix of manufacturing, tourism, agriculture and retail. In addition, we are a regional hub for many service type businesses. Detroit Lakes has achieved the status of “Minnesota Star City” due to our many economic development programs.”

Eagle Bend (pop. 513)-

• On U.S. Highway 71.

Fergus Falls (pop. 13,304)-

• “We are located in Otter Tail County, home to over 1,000 lakes (more than any other county in Minnesota!) Living in Fergus Falls guarantees that you will find your perfect lake within a thirty minute drive!”

Frazee (pop. 1,374)-

• “The City of Frazee offers many economic development incentives including tax increment financing, tax abatement, and loan pool financing. New to the City is the Business Incubator.”

Henning (pop. 798)-

• “Nestled in the heart of Ottertail County’s 1,048 lakes, Henning has much to offer the many tourists who frequent the area and keep returning year after year.”
• “Chamber of Commerce and the city’s EDA promote the business community.”

Hewitt (pop. 250)-

• Captures the small town MN feel
• On highway 71

Little Falls (pop. 8,201)-

• “In our ever-changing world, the Chamber has been and will continue to be a valuable resource for the community; supporting not only chamber members, but the greater community, through leadership development and financial support.”
• “By being a Member [Chamber of Commerce] it provedes… collaborative advertising opportunities…”

Long Prairie (pop. 3,360)-

• “Core industry clusters include livestock and egg processing, printing and publishing, transportation equipment, technology, healthcare, and government.”
• “Todd County’s percentage of manufacturing jobs is more than twice the state average. Most of those jobs are in Long Prairie – a community with only 12 percent of the county’s population.”

Menahga (pop. 1,335)-

• On “Hwy. 71,.. linking New Orleans to Winnipeg”
• Known as “The Gateway to the Pines.”

Motley (pop. 651)-

• “Staples Motley’s location is also perfect for making the most of all the nearby attractions. Easy driving distance to the Brainerd Lakes Area, Alexandria, Detroit Lakes, and St. Cloud.”

New York Mills (pop. 1,225)-

• “New York Mills, population 1,230, is located in the northeastern part of Otter Tail County, the heart of Minnesota Lake Country. Within minutes of a host of excellent fishing and recreation lakes, you can enjoy all four seasons this area has to offer. 

Nimrod (pop. 68)-

Nisswa (pop. 2014)-

• “If you’re considering a new business venture, expanding your existing business, or moving your business, take a close look at what the Greater Brainerd Lakes Area has to offer. You’ll be impressed. But make BLAEDC your first call. BLAEDC has the expertise to help businesses find the best location, financing, and incentives to succeed.”

Ottertail (pop. 598)-

• “Ottertail provides lots of hometown pride as a growing community with plenty of room to grow.”

Park Rapids (pop. 3,927)-

• “Park Rapids has been honored as one of the Top Ten Charming Minnesota Main Streets.”
• “Downtown Park Rapids is located 20 miles south of Itasca State Park and the Mississippi Headwaters.”

Parkers Prairie (po. 1,006)-

• “The City of Parkers Prairie has economic development money available to qualified business. The fund has been established to provide matching loans to businesses.”

Pelican Rapids (pop.2457)-

• “The opening of Maplewood State Park six miles east of Pelican Rapids provided additional growth in tourism.”
• “Over the years, the dependence on agriculture has broadened to include processing if farm products, notable turkeys. At the same time, growth has been enjoyed in tourism and a variety of other industry: heavy manufacturing, electronics, wood products, precision machining, etc.”

Pequot Lakes (pop. 2,240)-

• “Pequot Lakes and Breezy Point are at the heart of this neighborhood, which is well-known for its many festivals that attract more visitors to the region than year-round residents!”
• “If you’re considering a new business venture, expanding your existing business, or moving your business, take a close look at what the Greater Brainerd Lakes Area has to offer. You’ll be impressed. But make BLAEDC your first call. BLAEDC has the expertise to help businesses find the best location, financing, and incentives to succeed.”

Perham (pop. 3,185)–

• “Home to many employment opportunities, a wide variety of recreational activities, and a relaxed, resort-like lifestyle, Perham offers many of the attractions of big-city life while providing the home-town feel of a smaller community.”
• “Perham also offers the perfect combination of job opportunities in the agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism industries.

Pine River (pop. 927)-

• “This proximity [central MN] enhances an appealing draw for business opportunities, expansion and development and is apparent by the growth of new retail and manufacturing companies in our area.”
• The Pine River Revolving Loan Fund… loans are made at a reduced rate to be used for the following: Job Retention, Job Creation, Business Expansion and New Business start up. Loan funds may be used for; property acquisition, equipment and cost related to starting a business.

Sebeka (pop. 690)-

• “Small enough to know you, large enough to serve you.”

Staples (pop. 2,891)-

• “Located in the heart of Minnesota, the city of Staples is home to an always-growing business district, an active arts community and the picturesque Crow Wing River. With nationally-recognized schools including Staples Motley Schools and Central Lakes College, award-winning healthcare, and endless economic development opportunities, Staples, MN, welcomes you.”

Verndale (pop. 583)-

Wadena (pop. 4,103)- 

• “Check out everything going on in Wadena…from our Art Deco Downtown with great shopping and many historic storefronts to our many acres of public parks and campground…
• “Whether you’re looking for excellent schools, diverse neighborhoods, quality business and shopping opportunities or an abundance of recreational and leisure activities, you’ll find it here in Wadena.”

Walker (pop. 926)-

• Apart of the Leech Lake Area Chamber of Commerce
• “It is likely that the future of Walker will be oriented towards tourism, tourism support industries, the provision of government services (federal, state, county, school district and municipal) and businesses that utilize technology to create and/or distribute goods and services.”