WRAF has a problem with our twenty-five year old broadcast antenna.
 
If you are still able to tune in to WRAF and have been listening recently you know that we have been operating at significantly reduced power because of damage to the 90.9 FM antenna. If you have not been able to pick us up or have noticed a deterioration in the quality of our signal - now you know why.
 
The decision before us is; do we attempt to repair the antenna or purchase a brand new one? The estimate to repair it is $20,000-$25,000. However, we have been informed that there is no guarantee that the repair will solve all of our problems. The antenna is near the end of, if not past, its life expectancy. The manufacturer has made it clear that we could have the same problems six months, one year, or two years down the road.
 
The estimated cost of a new antenna is $70,000-$80,000. With a new antenna we will have a stronger, clearer signal and be able to reach back into areas that have not received us well in quite some time.
 
After praying about what to do, meeting with our staff and the administration of Toccoa Falls College, the decision has been made to raise funds to purchase a brand new antenna.  Today we are holding an "on-air" fundraiser and want to thank everyone who has and will give towards this purchase.
 
Please donate here with a debit/credit card. If you prefer to mail a check make it payable to "WRAF" write "Antenna" in the memo section.
 
Bryan Race
WRAF Station Manager