REC operational status (November 16, 2023, until further notice) - REC is in modified operations due to the upcoming LPFM filing window and other resource intensive projects. We are currently not accepting any incoming live telephone calls. Callers are advised to please leave a message on the voice mail. Those with questions about LPFM can visit LPFM.app to get a general explanation of the service or use the resources at RECnet.com to get more information to more detailed issues (see recnet.com/faq and recnet.com/lpfm).

At this time, we are in embargo for all services except:

  • License to cover applications on REC handled applications.
  • Extensions of REC handled STA applications.
  • STA and silent requests directly related to a natural disaster.
  • Activities related to the National Periodic Test (limited to those who paid for Form One earlier this year).

    • The embargo is expected be lifted on December 18, 2023 or if we can determine that we have adequate resource time to handle embargoed application types. The embargo may be extended in the event of a government shutdown where the filing date for the LPFM window is extended. Thank you for your understanding.

    FCC.today: The Podcast is on hiatus until after the close of the LPFM filing window.

    REC's annual LPFM station inventory is in high gear

    Sun, 12/26/2021 - 09:12

    Our year end tradition is under way.  We go through and try to find each LPFM station through their internet presence so they can be fully listed at LPFM.us: The Official LPFM Station Directory. 

    Our search through each state in alphabetical order.  

    Statement of REC Networks: Death of Jeremy Ruck, PE, WM9C

    Mon, 12/13/2021 - 09:27

    I was deeply saddened to read the news in RadioWorld over the weekend about the death of Jeremy Ruck PE, WM9C.  While I did not know him personally, his name could be found on many broadcast applications.  Jeremy was very highly respected in the broadcast community and was a

    21-346: REC highlights LPFM/small station capabilities during disasters, opposes mandatory DIRS reporting and backup power requirements, demands non-discrimination during emergencies by State Broadcasters Associations

    Fri, 12/10/2021 - 09:27

    REC Networks has filed comments with the FCC on the Resilient Networks proceeding, PS Docket 21-346.   The proceeding addresses the availability of communications infrastructure, including wireless services, broadband, cable, satellite and broadcasting during widespread disasters such as hurricanes and wildfires.

    REC outlined the service that some LPFM stations have performed during such episodes including WQRZ-LP during Hurricane Katrina and KBUU-LP during the Woolsey Fire of 2018.

    REC announces cut-off dates for NCE Filing Window show of interest requests

    Tue, 09/21/2021 - 20:19

    Based on the demand for this window and the pace at which applications are currently being handled by REC, we want to assure that we are able to give our applicants the best experience possible.  REC will cut off requests for the NCE filing window at the end of day September 24, 2021 for organizations that are currently not the licensee of a LPFM or full-service NCE broadcast station.  For licensees of existing NCE/LPFM stations, the cut off will be on end of day, October 1, 2021.  Payments are due one week after those cut off dates for their respect

    Rant from Riverton: 15 years of HD Radio.. the train has left the station.. but you can still catch it!

    Michi Bradley - Sun, 07/25/2021 - 10:01

    Fifteen years ago, an amazing radio technology was first introduced.  Why do so few people know about it and why isn’t its use very widespread?  Yes, I am referring to HD Radio, which just recently celebrated its 15th anniversary.  Still, very few people (outside of the industry) actually know about it or what it does, more or less actually owns a radio to receive it.  So, what happened?

    NCE Window: FCC announces filing freeze, census data and other procedures

    Fri, 07/23/2021 - 10:49

    In a Public Notice released today, the FCC has announced some dates and set some procedures for the upcoming NCE FM Filing Window.

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    WYPH-LP prevails over full-service bully in Connecticut second-adjacent conflict

    Thu, 07/22/2021 - 13:56

    The FCC has reinstated the operations of WYPH-LP, Manchester, CT after over a year of non-operation and denied the second-adjacent channel complaint of Red Wolf Broadcasting Corporation. 

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    Breaker! Breaker! FCC on deck to approve 11-meter FM CB

    Fri, 07/16/2021 - 02:00

    Michelle Bradley, CBT, KU3N.
    July 15, 2021

    Normally, three weeks prior to the monthly open meeting of the Federal Communications Commission, the agency releases drafts of the items they will be voting on in the meeting.  These "circulation drafts" are not the exact wording of the final decisions, but they are a good sneak preview of what is to come.

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