KWHS-LD: A History of Broadcasting and Ownership
KWHS-LD is a television station based in Colorado Springs that has evolved through various ownership structures and programming affiliations since its inception. From its early days as a semi-satellite to its current status under a specialized network, the station's journey reflects the shifting landscape of religious and independent broadcasting in the United States.
Early Years and the LeSEA Era
Signing on the air in 1992, KWHS-LD began its operations as a semi-satellite—a station that relays most of the programming from a primary station but maintains its own local identity—of KWHD in Denver. During this period, both stations were owned by LeSEA Broadcasting, which has since been renamed the Family Broadcasting Corporation.
For much of its early history, KWHS-LD shared the majority of its programming with KWHD. While KWHD has since transitioned to KETD and now carries Estrella TV, it continues to operate a subchannel of religious programming that remained identical to the KWHS schedule until 2018.
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As the station grew, it expanded its reach by integrating third-party networks into its broadcast schedule. In June 2014, LeSEA announced an affiliation deal with Cozi TV, and KWHS-LD became one of the stations to carry the channel's content.
This programming arrangement shifted again on July 1, 2017, when Light TV replaced Cozi TV on the KWHS-LD subchannel, diversifying the content available to viewers in the Colorado Springs area.
Ownership Transition to Christian Television Network
A significant turning point for the station occurred in early 2018. On February 5, it was announced that LeSEA would sell KWHS-LD as part of a larger transaction. The deal included the Class A station KEEN-CD in Las Vegas and the full-power station WHNO in New Orleans.
The buyer was the Clearwater, Florida-based Christian Television Network. The total sale price for the three stations was $5.7 million, and the transaction was officially completed on April 23, 2018.
Key Facts
- Launch Year: 1992
- Location: Studio maintained in Colorado Springs
- Original Owner: LeSEA Broadcasting (now Family Broadcasting Corporation)
- Current Owner: Christian Television Network
- Sale Price: $5.7 million (combined with KEEN-CD and WHNO)
- Former Affiliations: Cozi TV (2014) and Light TV (2017)
| Year | Event/Change | Entity Involved |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Station sign-on as semi-satellite | LeSEA Broadcasting |
| 2014 | Affiliation agreement | Cozi TV |
| 2017 | Subchannel replacement | Light TV |
| 2018 | Acquisition completed | Christian Television Network |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did KWHS-LD begin broadcasting?
The station first signed on the air in 1992.
What is the relationship between KWHS-LD and KWHD?
KWHS-LD originally operated as a semi-satellite of KWHD in Denver, meaning they shared the same programming with only a few exceptions.
Which networks have been carried on the KWHS-LD subchannel?
The station carried Cozi TV starting in 2014, which was later replaced by Light TV on July 1, 2017.
Who currently owns KWHS-LD?
The station is owned by the Christian Television Network, based in Clearwater, Florida.
How much was the station sold for in 2018?
KWHS-LD was sold as part of a $5.7 million package that also included KEEN-CD in Las Vegas and WHNO in New Orleans.