KAXE 🇺🇸

KAXE, broadcasting at 91.7 FM from Grand Rapids, Minnesota, serves as a vital public radio station for a large portion of northern Minnesota. Owned by Northern Community Radio (NCR), KAXE's frequency reaches communities like Bemidji, Brainerd, and the Iron Range, providing crucial news and cultural programming where other media options are limited. KAXE is an NPR affiliate, broadcasting NPR programs such as *Morning Edition*, *All Things Considered*, *Fresh Air*, and *Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!*. KAXE's commitment extends to local news, covering environmental concerns, economic development, and community events specific to northern Minnesota. Local public affairs programs feature interviews with community leaders and discussions on current events. Music programming is diverse, ranging from folk and blues to Americana and world music, frequently showcasing local and regional musicians. KAXE supports live music with in-studio performances and at community events. Beyond news and music, KAXE emphasizes cultural programming, including storytelling and coverage of the local arts scene. Given northern Minnesota's significant Native American population, KAXE includes programming focused on Indigenous culture, history, and issues. KAXE provides a community calendar to keep listeners informed and partners with local organizations to support community initiatives. Listener donations, grants, and underwriting from local businesses fund KAXE.