KWRK-LP Fairbanks Open Radio

KWRK-LP Fairbanks Open Radio is a listener-supported community station broadcasting on 101.7 FM in Fairbanks, Alaska. Operated by the nonprofit Fairbanks Open Radio, it is dedicated to bringing independent radio to Interior Alaska, featuring a mix of music, talk, and cultural programming from a distinctly local and independent perspective. Listeners can tune in to hear a bold broadcast free of advertising and underwriting, offering a platform for underrepresented voices and ideas, and they can listen live via its terrestrial signal or online stream.

The station's programming includes a variety of syndicated and local shows such as "All Things Local," "The Asymmetric Moose," and "Radiodrome," reflecting its commitment to diverse content. As a 100% listener-supported operation, it encourages community involvement through volunteer opportunities and accepts public service announcements directly from the public. The station also makes it easy for a global audience to stream online, providing access to its unique blend of news, culture, and music that challenges mainstream narratives.

KWRK-LP emphasizes principles including social and environmental justice, worker solidarity, and artistic expression within its broadcast ethos. Originally launching in 2016, the station has broadcast from Fairbanks for years, first on 90.9 FM before moving to its current 101.7 FM frequency. Through its live streaming service, the station extends its reach beyond its local FM coverage, allowing anyone to listen radio online and connect with the independent spirit of Alaska's interior community.