Stephen King to Shut Down His Three Maine Radio Stations After Decades of Ownership

The author cites financial challenges and a shifting media landscape as reasons for ending his long-standing passion project.

Stephen King announced the closure of his three Bangor, Maine-based radio stations, effective December 31, 2024.
The stations—WKIT-FM, WZON-AM, and WZLO-FM—catered to rock 'n' roll, retro hits, and adult alternative music, respectively.
King and his wife, Tabitha, have supported the stations financially for decades despite ongoing losses, but maintaining them has become unsustainable.
The closures reflect broader struggles faced by independent radio stations in competing with streaming platforms and corporate media groups.
King, who began his radio ownership journey in 1983, expressed pride in fostering local, independent broadcasting over the years.