Love 98.5

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Love 98.5 is a dedicated soft adult contemporary and adult standards radio station serving Streator, Illinois, and the surrounding LaSalle County region. Operating as an FM translator via W253BX on 98.5 FM alongside the HD2 digital subchannel of WYYS 106.1 FM, the station offers a comforting, nostalgic auditory environment filled with timeless love songs, mellow pop classics, and soft vocal hits. Under the ownership and operation of Shaw Media through Shaw Local Radio Co., Love 98.5 has become a favorite local outlet for listeners seeking relaxing, feel-good music throughout the day. The station's programming format is expertly curated to feature a continuous flow of soft adult contemporary favorites, classic ballads, and adult standards, drawing extensively from Westwood One's acclaimed 'America's Best Music' programming. Listeners are treated to comforting daytime blocks and engaging shifts hosted by well-known local radio personalities, including Mornings with Steve, midday segments with Ashley Ryan, afternoon drives with Tim, and evening relaxation blocks. The music selection highlights iconic artists spanning the 1970s, 80s, 90s, and today, featuring emotional power ballads, soft pop crossover hits, and mellow R&B favorites. Broadcast from the Shaw Local Radio studios based in Peru, Illinois, Love 98.5 combines its reliable local FM translator footprint with broad digital accessibility. Fans can stream the station live online via its official web portal or through the centralized Shaw Local Radio mobile application, ensuring continuous connection for listeners across north-central Illinois and online global streaming directories.

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