Bought And Told:
Leighton will purchase 10 stations from the Jerry and Pat Papenfuss-owned KAGE, Inc./Winona, MN and Result Radio/Fergus Falls, MN. Country stations included are KAGE-AM, KWNO and KJJK. "Pat and I are pleased to pass ownership of our stations to broadcasters that have the same values as we do," says Papenfuss. "Leighton Enterprises shares our commitment to the community, our listeners, our advertisers and our staff."
The Summer 2026 Print Special featuring:
Country Radio Hall
of Famers
Eric Church's Sinners @ 20
ACM Radio Winners & Carter Faith
Troy Tomlinson:
The Interview
2026 ACM Voter's Guide
A quick reference guide to the 2026 ACM Nominees
Inside This Issue:
MC-Yay At Ryman Lunch
Disruption Junction
You Look Like You Love Me
The Day Ahead