Federal Cuts to Public Radio Threaten Local and Rural Stations
Originally Published 5 months ago — by NPR
The article discusses the impact of recent federal funding cuts on small public radio stations like Allegheny Mountain Radio, which serve rural communities and rely heavily on government support. These stations provide vital local news, community information, and NPR programming, and face potential closures or staff cuts due to the funding reduction, highlighting concerns about the broader implications for local information and community connectivity amid polarized politics.