KFAX facts for kids
| Broadcast area | San Francisco Bay Area |
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| Frequency | 1100 kHz |
| Branding | AM 1100 K-F-A-X |
| Programming | |
| Format | Christian Teaching and Talk |
| Affiliations | Salem Radio Network |
| Ownership | |
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Sister stations
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KDOW, KTRB |
| History | |
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First air date
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January 3, 1926 |
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Former call signs
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KFUQ one month then KJBS (until 1959) |
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Call sign meaning
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K Fast Accurate eXclusive (previous format) |
| Technical information | |
| Class | B |
| Power | 50,000 watts |
| Links | |
| Webcast | Listen Live |
| Website | KFAX website |
KFAX is a radio station that broadcasts to the San Francisco Bay Area in California. It first started sending out radio programs on January 3, 1925. KFAX is officially located in San Francisco, California. This station is owned by a company called Salem Media Group.
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About KFAX Radio
KFAX is a special kind of radio station. It focuses on Christian teaching and talk shows. This means you can hear programs that share religious messages and discussions.
How KFAX Reaches You
KFAX broadcasts on the radio frequency 1100 kHz. It sends out a very strong signal using 50,000 watts of power. This big signal helps the station reach many listeners across the San Francisco Bay Area.
KFAX's History and Name
KFAX has been on the air for a very long time! It started way back in 1925. Before it was called KFAX, it had other names. For a short time, it was known as KFUQ. Then, it was called KJBS until 1959. The letters KFAX used to stand for "K Fast Accurate eXclusive" when it had a different type of programming.
Who Owns KFAX?
Today, KFAX is owned by the Salem Media Group. This company owns many other radio stations, especially ones that focus on Christian content. KFAX also works with the Salem Radio Network, which shares programs with many stations across the country.
Images for kids
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This was the KFAX logo when it was a news station.
