"Thieves Swipe 200-Foot Radio Tower from Alabama Station"
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Thieves stole a 200-foot radio tower and equipment from WJLX radio station in Alabama, leaving the station silent and forcing them to request temporary authority to broadcast through FM radio. The theft also included vandalism of a nearby building, and the station is currently unable to continue broadcasting. Despite setbacks, the station's general manager remains hopeful that WJLX will bounce back, even though the site was not insured.
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