As went WLIR, so goes WHFS :(

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First WLIR flips formats to Spanish, now legendary alternative WHFS in Washington/Baltimore does the same. Don't think they've been particularly big on new wave for years, but still sad to see another station that once supported new wave go.

Here's the story from FMQB.com:

Legendary Modern Rocker WHFS Flips To Spanish

At noon today, Infinity flipped long-time modern rocker WHFS/Washington to "El Zol" 99.1. The new format will play "a mix of salsa, merengue and bachata" Caribbean and Central American dance music music. Spanish Broadcasting System consulted and advised Infinity on the new format. The two companies announced an alliance last October.

"We have made clear our desire to expand into this burgeoning market and believe this move marks an important step in our commitment to Spanish radio," said Infinity President/CEO Joel Hollander. "There exists a tremendous opportunity for Infinity to launch a Spanish-language format in Washington, D.C. where almost 10 percent of the population is not being directly served. El Zol will be the most powerful Spanish radio station in the area and will provide listeners with the music, entertainment and information relevant to the many segments of the Latino culture."

In the official statement, Infinity notes that the Hispanic population in the nation's capitol has grown more than 25% in the last four years to over 400,000.

Infinity is working to place as many WHFS employees at other positions within the company and will be seeking a new program director for the station.

More on this story as it develops...

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How Timely! It's been just over a year since the demise of 92.7 [:(]

Further proof of our corporazzi radio industry "$$ talks SH!T walks" [:(!][xx(][V]