Gospel 95.3 - WFMV

Since signing on the air in October of 1993, WFMV has created a positive new niche to the urban sound in Columbia, South Carolina -'Your Inspiration Station'. The contemporary format features winning artists like CeCe Winans, Smokie Norful, Mary Mary, Shirley Caesar, John P. Kee, The Georgia Mass Choir, and Kirk Franklin. We treat listeners to a rich blend of contemporary gospel hits of today, as well as a touch of the classics. Interviews, news headlines, local weather and community billboards from 6am to 10am on the 'The Morning Inspirations' give listeners up-to-date information. We also air features such as Wellness Watch (health and exercise); Real Power (political analysis and voter information); Kid's Korner (safety, recreation, and education); and Watchdog (consumer protection). WFMV produces a weekend public affairs program. 'I-95' offers an in-depth look at issues facing the community with weekly guests and regular segments that keep listeners informed about upcoming events. Your Inspiration Station finds meaningful ways to give back to the community. One of our most successful projects has been the establishment of The Future Leader Scholarship Campaign. Scholarship awards are slated for students who are strong academically, but lack financial resources needed to attend college. Your Inspiration Station coordinates the partnership of High School Guidance Counselors, corporate sponsors, advertising supporters and individual donors. To date, the fund awarded 18 students $27,000 in scholarship dollars. WFMV and Your Inspiration Station set music trends that spread across the country. WFMV was also named Southeast Music Award's 1995 Radio Station of the Year. Recent articles in R&R, BRE, The State, and Attitudes recognize WFMV as a forerunner in the re-emergence of gospel music.