1960:
Began broadcasting on air (June 5, 1960)
1971:
Became a charter member of NPR, broadcasted NPR’s first news program, All Things Considered
1979:
Added Morning Edition to the schedule
1980s:
Began to build statewide translator system
Launched the local news department
2001:
Switched to an all-news format with jazz music in the evenings
Expanded local programming by introducing RadioWest with host Doug Fabrizio
2007:
Converted to HD broadcasting, creating two new music services
2010:
Ranked #31 by CPB among 700+ public radio stations in the country
Celebrated 50 years of community service and community impact
Steve Williams celebrated 25 years of jazz music at KUER
2011:
RadioWest and Doug Fabrizio celebrated 10 years on the air
Returned service to Cache Valley and Logan, installed new transmitters in Roosevelt, Monroe, and Monticello
2012:
Moved the main transmitter to Farnsworth Peak
Launched brand new website at www.kuer.org
2013:
Launched mobile app for smartphones
RadioWest launched RadioWest Films, a video series of short films and documentaries
2015:
Began 5-day Fund Drives after the success of the Sustainer Program
Steve Williams retires after 30 years of jazz
Expanded evening and mid-day news programming
