WQJM (AM)

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WQJM (1230 AM) is a radio station licensed to Pineville, Kentucky, serving Bell County. It broadcasts a rhythmic adult contemporary format, branded as Jamz 98 (Jamz 98.1 on the FM translator), with a full-time signal of 1,000 watts and a translator at 98.1 FM (W251CV). The station also streams 24/7 at jamz981.com and is affiliated with ABC News Radio for national updates. WQJM’s studios are co-located with its sister station WFXY at 2131 Cumberland Avenue in Middlesboro, and the transmitter is located on Four Mile Road just outside Pineville.

History:
- Signed on March 15, 1957 as WMLF, serving Pineville with local news and information.
- Changed call sign to WANO in 1966 and remained WANO until 2023.
- On October 16, 2023, the station changed to WQJM and launched the Jamz 98 format, a mix of current hits, R&B, and throwbacks from the 70s, 80s, and 90s.
- Original licensee was South Bevins; ownership later passed to Cumberland Media Group, then Cumberland Omnimedia, and in 2009 to Penelope, Inc.
- In 2007, arson destroyed WANO’s facilities, but the station rebuilt and returned to air within about a month.

Programming:
- Jamz 98 features a blend of today’s hot hits, R&B, and retro favorites, along with local newscasts and obituaries three times daily.

Website and contact:
- Listen live and more information at jamz981.com. The station is owned by Penelope, Inc. and is part of a small group that includes WFXY.