WILL-AM 580 turned 100 years old this year. And classical music has been a part of our programming from the very beginning. Classical music by people of color, however, did not always get much attention.
In 1930, 27% of farmers had a radio set, while only 10% had electricity. Many farmers saw its immense value not only for connecting them with the world but also for protecting their livelihoods, and WILL has provided this vital resource for area farmers since the station’s inception.
This year WILL celebrates a century of information, entertainment, and service to our community.
From music and ag reports to global news and local stories, listeners have been able to count on WILL for 100 years. This centennial is a milestone few public media stations in the country have met and is a once in a lifetime opportunity to share WILL's amazing story with the world.
