WGRD-FM
| Broadcast area | Grand Rapids metropolitan area |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 97.9 MHz (HD Radio) |
| Branding | 97.9 WGRD |
| Programming | |
| Format | Mainstream Rock |
| Affiliations | Compass Media Networks |
| Ownership | |
| Owner |
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| WFGR, WLHT-FM, WNWZ, WTRV | |
| History | |
First air date | August 1, 1962 (as WXTO) |
Former call signs | WXTO (1962–1971) |
Call sign meaning | Grand Rapids Daytime (when WGRD AM was a daytime only station) |
| Technical information | |
Licensing authority | FCC |
| Facility ID | 55650 |
| Class | B |
| ERP | 13,000 watts |
| HAAT | 180 meters (591 ft) |
| Links | |
Public license information | |
| Webcast | Listen Live |
| Website | wgrd.com |
WGRD-FM (97.9 MHz) is a commercial radio station in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It is owned by Townsquare Media and it broadcasts a mainstream rock format. It is the flagship station of The Free Beer and Hot Wings Show, a syndicated comedy and talk morning program. WGRD's studios and offices are on Ottawa Avenue NW in Grand Rapids.
WGRD-FM has an effective radiated power (ERP) of 13,000 watts. The transmitter is on 92nd Street SE at High Point Drive in Cutlerville.