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WJBM

Radio station in Jerseyville, Illinois, United States

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Overview

WJBM (1480 AM) is a radio station broadcasting a country music format. It is licensed to Jerseyville, Illinois, United States. The station is currently owned by Chris Lorton-First Cut Media, LLC. Owner Chris Lorton purchased WJBM to bring back true, local radio to the Tri County area. The format features The Best Country, a mix of the Superstars of Country from the 80's to today. World and National news from Fox News Radio. Agriculture news from the RFD Radio Network. Plus, Local News, Sports and Weather Local features include; The Local Spotlight --- a 20-minute daily interview with local newsmakers, business owners and community leaders --- airing weekdays at 8:30am and 6:05pm. Local Vocals spotlights area musicians every Sunday night from 6-8pm. WJBM Outdoors, a hourlong show devoted to all things outdoors, every Saturday morning at 9:05am.

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*WJBM Real Country facebook *WJBM Station Website *

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