WLNX at Lincoln College adds sports talk show to weekly lineup

[November 20, 2009]  Lincoln College's student-operated radio station, WLNX-FM 88.9, has added a new sports show, "The Weekend Sports Hangover," to its weekly rotation. The two-hour program, airing Saturdays from 9 to 11 a.m., will cover the latest news and highlights from the world of sports, including local high school and college action as well as a recap of the most exciting regional and national games.

Jordan Foss and Jon Oliver, both Lincoln College students, are teaming up to host the show. The duo, who share a passion for sports, are eager to share with local audiences their knowledge of the game and talent for connecting with athletes.

"We are very excited about the addition of this show to our lineup of programs," said John Malone, WLNX-FM general manager and a member of the LC faculty. "It is a perfect vehicle to highlight the amazing athletic programs we have in central Illinois, while also showcasing the talents of LC students, many of whom are interested in pursuing careers in broadcast journalism."

WLNX signed on the air in 1974 and for years operated from studios in the basement of LC's historic University Hall. In 2007 WLNX moved to a new location one block off campus, at 428 Keokuk St. in Lincoln. The state- of-the-art facility features two modern, digital studios that rival most medium- to large-market radio stations in Illinois.

A student-operated radio station, 89X broadcasts an alternative rock music format 24 hours per day. The station also streams its content at www.wlnxradio.com.

For more information on WLNX, contact Malone at 217-732-3155, ext. 288, or by sending an e-mail to [e-mail].

[Text from file received from Lincoln College]