iHeartMedia Iowa announced today the debut of the new Iowa Sports Radio Network, effective immediately. The Iowa Sports Radio Network will broadcast statewide across five radio station originating from flagship station 106.3 KXnO, Des Moines’ Sports Station.
The Iowa Sports Radio Network will bring a focus on Iowa Sports to the entire state of Iowa from Sioux City to Davenport. Programming will highlight sports from University of Iowa, Iowa State University, various high schools and other local sports topics.
Originating from 106.3 KXnO, the Iowa Sports Radio Network will feature a local line up combined with the power of Fox Sports. Other member stations of the network include Fox Sports 620 KMNS in Sioux City, Sports Radio 95.7 in Cedar Rapids, AM 800 KXIC in Iowa City and Fox Sports Radio 1230 in Davenport.
“We are excited to launch this Iowa-centric network. It will give us the opportunity to use our best Iowa sports talent across the state to create a stronger connection between Iowa sports and listeners in these markets,” said Greg Chance, iHeartMedia Des Moines Sr. Vice President of Programming, and Erik Johnson, iHeartMedia Nebraska-Iowa Sr. Vice President of Programming.
Full Programming Lineup:
- The Morning Rush with Travis Justice and Ross Peterson 6 a.m. – 8 a.m.
- The Dan Patrick Show 8 a.m. – 11 a.m.
- The Herd with Colin Cowherd 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Miller and Condon 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
- The Drive with Heather and Sean 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.
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