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89.1 KANW-FM KANW is a non-profit, non-commercial public radio station owned and operated by Albuquerque Public Schools.
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KANW: Keeping All New Mexicans Well Informed by connecting people across Northern and Central New Mexico through the power of our collective culture, heritage, and story. KANW is the first FM station in the State of New Mexico. In 1949, Superintendent John Milne applied to the Federal Communications Commission for a license to construct and operate an FM station to serve the Albuquerque Public Schools. The station was constructed and began operating from a small studio on the third floor of the old Albuquerque High School. The station provided classroom instructional programming operating only during school hours and was off the air during summer recess. In 1969, KANW increased its transmitter power and moved to its present studio location and under a federal grant purchased a much higher power transmitter which is located on Sandia Crest. Another power increase was approved by the FCC in 1983. The station now operates with maximum legal power and serves a large portion of the state of New Mexico. KANW began expanding its program service with New Mexico Music as well as Top-40 music with student disc jockeys. Through the years the weekday format was changed to include disco then urban in an attempt to serve underserved audiences. New Mexico Music programming on KANW began on a Friday afternoon in 1973 with Serjio Herrera. The show moved to Saturday mornings a few weeks later and has since become one of the most consistently listened to radio programs in New Mexico history. The New Mexico Music programming started as a unique service featuring music produced and performed by New Mexicans. KANW is proud to provide a venue to these artists that would otherwise never receive airplay nor recognition in the largest broadcast market of the state. Although the songs and lyrics have a Mexican influence, the sound is unique to the Land of Enchantment. The guitar and brass instruments take prominence in the sound of New Mexico Music. KANW's Saturday morning New Mexico Music and dedications is a New Mexico radio tradition and maintains the highest ratings of all KANW's programs. In 1995, KANW became affiliated with Public Radio International and a full member of National Public Radio in 1999. Some of the most popular programs are Car Talk, Garrison Keillor’s A Prairie Home Companion, Morning Edition, Fresh Air, and Thistle and Shamrock.

Albuquerque Public Schools
10/15/2026

Albuquerque Public Schools

🏫 Shaping the future of our district, together. 💡✨

We are planning for the future as district enrollment has shifted over time, leaving some schools and facilities serving fewer students than they were built for. To ensure our resources, programs and facilities best serve our students today and for years to come, we are beginning a series of community right-sizing meetings.

No decisions have been made. We are starting by listening to YOU. 💬

👉 Find meeting dates, times, locations and more information on our website: https://www.aps.edu/right-sizing

Your input will help guide our next steps. Join us and make your voice heard! 💙

Albuquerque Public Schools West Mesa High School Congratulations!
10/15/2026

Albuquerque Public Schools West Mesa High School Congratulations!

🏆 Huge congratulations to the West Mesa High School NJROTC cadets on taking 1st Place overall and bringing home the Sweepstakes Championship at the 2026 Capital City Skills Meet! 👏

Competing against 13 regional schools at Santa Fe High School, the Mustangs dominated with eight first-place finishes, including:
🥇 Unit Personnel Inspection
🥇 Unarmed Drill Exhibition & Overall
🥇 Armed Drill Regulation, Exhibition & Overall
🥇 Male & Female Color Guard

Your hard work, discipline and teamwork truly showed. Way to represent! 🐴 Classic Mustang pride!

🔗 Read the full story: https://www.aps.edu/news/aps-good-news/west-mesa-njrotc-sweeps-drill-events/

10/15/2026
KANW is live at the Albuquerque Museum in Old Town! You’re invited to Third Thursday - a free night at the museum with a...
10/15/2026

KANW is live at the Albuquerque Museum in Old Town! You’re invited to Third Thursday - a free night at the museum with art, music, storytelling, an outdoor screening of “Bless Me Ultima” and much more! The event runs from 5:00-8:30. Come and join us!

Join KANW for a evening with David SedarisPresale offer to An Evening With David Sedaris, on Wednesday, May 5, 2027. Dav...
10/13/2026

Join KANW for a evening with David Sedaris
Presale offer to An Evening With David Sedaris, on Wednesday, May 5, 2027.

David Sedaris, America’s best-selling humorist and social satirist, returns following publication of his most recent book of short stories, Happy Go Lucky, and his first ever children’s book, Pretty Ugly. In his customary sartorial and humorous manner, David will make you laugh and think in equal measures, with all new, unpublished stories and commentary. As always, the reading will be accompanied by a pre and post-show book signing.

America's best-selling humorist and social satirist, David Sedaris, comes to Lensic Theatre on Wednesday, May 5. Use code NPR to get your tickets today!
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David Sedaris, America’s best-selling humorist and social satirist, returns following publication of his most recent book of short stories, Happy Go Lucky, and his first ever children’s book, Pretty Ugly. In his customary sartorial and humorous manner, David will make you laugh and think in equa...

Bernalillo County NM
10/12/2026

Bernalillo County NM

Have old tires cluttering your space?

Join us for a FREE tire amnesty event on Saturday, Oct. 17 at North Valley Little League to dispose of them responsibly!

👉 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. @ 4007 Edith NE

Dispose of up to nine passenger car/truck tires per vehicle. Please note that we cannot accept tires from businesses.

Join us and help keep our community clean! ✨

More info: 505-401-4214

New Mexico Magazine
10/12/2026

New Mexico Magazine

Yes, New Mexico is a state. No passport required.

Congratulations to Art Lloyd Jr. on your Emmy nomination and 10 years of Balloon Fiesta Live! Thank you for sharing Bal...
10/12/2026

Congratulations to Art Lloyd Jr. on your Emmy nomination and 10 years of Balloon Fiesta Live! Thank you for sharing Balloon Fiesta Live with us! Good luck!

After a nap and a decent night's sleep, I'm starting to reflect on the just-completed 54th Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta and year number 10 of Balloon Fiesta Live! While there were many great times, the one that remains foremost in my mind is the surprise my Balloon Fiesta Live! crew had for me at the conclusion of the final show of the year. An entire celebration that started online, continued off-air, and summed up with this attached note. Thanks to my fabulous team, Windfire Productions, and everyone who tuned in. Head to the 2 hour 16 min mark of the show, linked in the comments.

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2020 Coal Avenue SE
Albuquerque, NM
87106

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Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

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Business line: (505) 242-7163; Dedication Line: (505) 242-3456

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