Celebrate 50 Years of WVTF and Radio IQ
In 2023, WVTF celebrates 50 years on the air and as an NPR affiliate. We've had special events throughout the year and there are more to come. Check them out below and stay tuned here, on social media and on the air to stay in the loop!
While you're here, take a look at our station's history, and photos of our events so far.
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Coming in October: Mountain Stage Live in Blacksburg
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WVTF and RADIO IQ's 50th Anniversary celebrations included a very special event in Charlottesville. On May 18th, Roben Farzad hosted a special Full Disclosure Live with CBS Face the Nation moderator Margaret Brennan as the guest. We also hosted an Art Open House at our Roanoke Broadcast Center on May 19th. Enjoy photos from both events!
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In February of 2023, we had a 50th Anniversary Open House party at our Roanoke WVTF Studios. Here are some highlights of that celebration.
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Key dates and events as the station evolved from an early NPR affiliate to a network of signals and programs covering two-thirds of the Commonwealth of Virginia.
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A glance at some WVTF's people and places since 1973
