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WGLI
WGLI-FM 2016.PNG
Broadcast area Keweenaw Peninsula
Frequency 98.7 MHz
Branding 98.7 The Rockin' Eagle
Programming
Format Active rock
Affiliations Detroit Lions Radio Network
Ownership
Owner Keweenaw Bay Indian Community
Sister stations
WCUP
History
First air date
February 11, 2003
Former call signs
WGLI (2002-Present)
Call sign meaning
W EaGLe I
Technical information
Facility ID 81328
Class C1
Power 100,000 Watts
HAAT 159 meters (522 ft)
Transmitter coordinates
47°06′13″N 88°34′04″W / 47.10361°N 88.56778°W / 47.10361; -88.56778
Links
Webcast WGLI Webstream
Website WGLI Online

WGLI (98.7 FM) is a fun radio station that plays active rock music. It broadcasts from Hancock, Michigan. This station serves the area known as the Keweenaw Peninsula.

WGLI is special because it is owned and run by the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community. This community is a Native American tribe. They are also known as the Ojibwe people.

What is WGLI?

WGLI is a radio station that sends out music and other sounds through the air. You can listen to it on your radio at 98.7 FM. The letters "FM" mean Frequency Modulation. This is a way radio waves carry sound.

The station's nickname is 98.7 The Rockin' Eagle. This name fits its music style. It also connects to the eagle, which is an important symbol for many Native American cultures.

Music Style: Active Rock

Active rock is a type of music that is loud and energetic. It often features electric guitars and strong drums. Bands that play active rock usually have powerful singers. This style is popular with many listeners.

How Radio Stations Work

Radio stations like WGLI use a special antenna to send out their signal. This signal travels through the air. Your radio receiver picks up this signal. Then, your radio turns the signal back into sounds you can hear.

Where WGLI Reaches

WGLI broadcasts with a lot of power. It uses 100,000 watts of energy. This is a very strong signal! It means the station can reach a wide area.

Listening Area

The main area WGLI serves is the Keweenaw Peninsula in Michigan. This includes the lands of the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community. Because of its strong signal, people living far away can still tune in. This helps the station share its music and news with many listeners.

Who Owns WGLI?

WGLI is owned by the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community. This is a Native American tribe located in Michigan. Owning a radio station helps the community share its culture and information. It also provides entertainment for its members and neighbors.

Community Connection

Having a radio station is a great way for a community to stay connected. WGLI can share local news, events, and important messages. It also plays music that many people in the area enjoy. This makes WGLI an important part of the Keweenaw Peninsula.

When WGLI Started

WGLI first began broadcasting on February 11, 2003. Since then, it has been a voice for the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community. It has also been a source of active rock music for the region.

Other Connections

WGLI is also part of the Detroit Lions Radio Network. This means that during football season, you might be able to hear Detroit Lions games on WGLI. This is exciting for sports fans in the area!

WGLI has a sister station called WCUP. Sister stations are often owned by the same company or group. They might share resources or even some programming.

You can also listen to WGLI online! They have a website and a webstream. This means you can hear 98.7 The Rockin' Eagle even if you are not in Michigan.

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