95.9 The Hog (WRZK)

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95.9 The Hog (call sign WRZK) is a leading commercial active rock radio station licensed to Colonial Heights, Tennessee, and serving the greater Tri-Cities metropolitan area of Tennessee and Virginia, including Kingsport, Johnson City, and Bristol. Originally authorized under the construction permit call sign WLJQ, the Federal Communications Commission officially assigned the WRZK call letters on March 21, 1997, and the station made its official broadcast debut on April 4, 1997. Originally owned by Murray Communications, the station quickly established itself as a premier radio destination for high-energy rock music across the Appalachian Highlands region. Today, the station operates under the ownership of Glenwood Communications Corporation through its subsidiary, Holston Valley Broadcasting Corporation, sharing facilities with sister stations such as WTFM, WKPT, WKTP, WOPI, and V-100 (WVEK-FM). Operating with an effective radiated power of 7,400 watts from a tower located in Kingsport, Tennessee, WRZK delivers a robust signal designed to reach hard rock, metal, and alternative fans across Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia. The station's programming lineup features a blend of syndicated hit entertainment alongside local music programming. On weekday mornings, listeners tune in to the nationally syndicated 'Free Beer & Hot Wings Show' for comedy, pop culture commentary, and interactive games. The station's daily music mix spans classic rock anthems, '90s grunge favorites, contemporary hard rock hits, and heavy metal tracks, while dedicated specialty shows like 'The Local Pulse' showcase emerging local and regional bands from around the Tri-Cities area. Over its decades on the air, 95.9 The Hog has developed a dedicated local following and an active presence within the community. Beyond its music broadcasts, the station regularly sponsors major local concerts, automotive shows, charity drives, and regional sports events throughout Kingsport and the broader Tri-Cities market. With its streaming availability across web platforms and mobile apps, WRZK maintains a loyal regional footprint while allowing former area residents and rock enthusiasts across North America to stream its distinctive active rock programming online.

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