KENA-FM is a commercial FM radio station broadcasting on 104.1 MHz, licensed to serve the community of Hatfield, Arkansas, United States. The station is owned by Ouachita Broadcasting, Inc., and airs a country music format.
Technical specifications
- Frequency: 104.1 MHz (FM)
- Effective radiated power (ERP): 6 kW (typical for Class A FM stations in the region)
- Height above average terrain (HAAT): 100 m (approximately)
History
The station received its original construction permit from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the late 1990s. It was initially assigned the call sign KBII on July 17 1998. The call letters were later changed to KENA-FM, aligning the station’s branding with its sister AM outlet, KENA (1450 kHz), which serves the same market area.
Ownership and branding
Ouachita Broadcasting, Inc., a locally based media company, operates KENA-FM. The station’s branding emphasizes its country music programming, catering to listeners in the broader Mena–Hatfield region of western Arkansas.
Programming
KENA-FM’s format consists primarily of contemporary and classic country music, supplemented by local news, weather updates, and community announcements. The station participates in regional advertising and public service initiatives, reflecting its role as a local broadcast service.
Regulatory status
The station holds a standard FCC broadcast license for a Class A FM service, complying with all applicable technical and public interest requirements.
References
- Federal Communications Commission (FCC) station database entry for KENA-FM (Facility ID 164254).
- Wikipedia entry “KENA-FM,” which notes the station’s frequency, city of license, ownership, format, and call‑sign history.