Connoisseur Doubles Up In Lincoln

• Just 24 hours after Connoisseur Media announced that it was selling its Topeka, KS assets, the company is in “buy” mode, entering into an agreement to purchase NRG Media’s radio stations in Lincoln, NE — Hot AC KBBK (B107.3), KLIN-AM/K257GN-FX (News Talk 1400/99.3); Classic Rock KLNC (105.3 The Bone); Rhythmic Red 94.5 (KBBK-HD2/K233AN-FX), all licensed to Lincoln, NE and Country KFGE (Froggy 98), licensed to Milford, NE.

This pending purchase represents another step in Connoisseur’s efforts to refine its portfolio by strengthening its presence in priority markets and aligns with the company’s strategic roadmap established after last September’s acquisition of Alpha Media. These stations will also add to Connoisseur’s current Lincoln market presence — News-Talk KFOR; Country KZKX (KX96.9); Adult Hits KLMS (Mix 103.3); Top 40 106.3 KFRX, Classic Hits KTGL (92.9 The Eagle), and Active Rock KIBZ (104.1 The Blaze).

“We are over the moon to be able to add these phenomenal properties and team to our company,” said Jeff Warshaw, CEO & Founder of Connoisseur Media. “This marriage will allow us to even better serve the community and our clients.”

“The Lincoln stations have been a very important part of our story, and we are pleased to pass them to Jeff and his team,” said Mary Quass, CEO of NRG Media. “Jeff is a broadcaster who shares our commitment to great local service, quality programming, and deep community connections!”

The transaction is pending FCC approval and is expected to close this summer.

Exclusive broker for the seller was Kalil & Co, Inc. Connoisseur Media had legal representation by Wilkinson Barker Knauer, LLP.