Definition
KLTO (FM) is a commercial radio station licensed to Moody, Texas, United States, broadcasting a Spanish‑language Top 40 (contemporary hit radio) format to the Waco‑Temple metropolitan area.
Overview
KLTO operates on the frequency 99.1 MHz and brands itself as “Latino 93.5 y 99.1.” The station is owned by Prophesy Media Group, operating under the corporate name Waco Entertainment Group, LLC. Its service contour covers the Waco‑Temple market, with the transmitter located near Flat, Texas, in Coryell County. KLTO’s programming is affiliated with Premiere Networks, providing nationally syndicated content alongside locally produced segments.
Etymology / Origin
The call sign “KLTO” is derived from the station’s branding, with “LTO” representing “Latino.” Call signs for U.S. broadcast stations often incorporate letters that allude to the station’s format or marketing identity.
Characteristics
- Frequency: 99.1 MHz (FM)
- Format: Spanish Top 40 (Contemporary Hit Radio)
- Effective Radiated Power (ERP): 2,950 watts
- Height Above Average Terrain (HAAT): 144 meters (472 feet)
- Class: A (as defined by the Federal Communications Commission)
- Facility ID: 198733
- Owner: Prophesy Media Group (Waco Entertainment Group, LLC)
- Sister Stations: KWPW, KWOW, KIXT
- Affiliations: Premiere Networks
- First Air Date: December 3 2018
- Translator: KLTO’s programming is also carried on FM translator K228FK at 93.5 MHz in Waco, Texas, extending its reach within the market.
Related Topics
- Radio broadcasting in Texas – the broader context of FM and AM stations serving the state.
- List of radio stations in Texas – a comprehensive directory of licensed broadcast facilities.
- Contemporary Hit Radio (CHR) – the radio format focusing on current popular music, often segmented by language or demographic.
- Spanish‑language media in the United States – the network of outlets targeting Spanish‑speaking audiences.
- Federal Communications Commission (FCC) licensing – regulatory framework governing U.S. broadcast stations, including class designations and technical parameters.
This entry reflects information verified from publicly available sources, primarily the Federal Communications Commission’s licensing data and the station’s Wikipedia article as of April 2026.