Connoisseur Media announced today that it has entered into an agreement to sell its four radio stations serving the Austin and Albert Lea, Minnesota markets to Hometown Broadcasting of Austin and Albert Lea, LLC. The four stations include KAUS-AM and KAUS-FM, licensed to Austin, Minnesota, and KCPI-FM and KATE-AM, licensed to Albert Lea, Minnesota.
The transaction is subject to regulatory approval by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and is expected to close in early fall 2026.
The sale reflects Connoisseur Media’s ongoing strategy to refine its portfolio and focus its resources on markets where the company believes it can make a meaningful impact. It is also a continuation of the strategic plan established following Connoisseur Media’s acquisition of the Alpha Media stations in September 2025.
“The Austin and Albert Lea market area was not a market where we felt Connoisseur could make a meaningful difference with the focus and approach we bring to radio,” said Jeff Warshaw, Founder and CEO of Connoisseur Media. “When we reach that conclusion, we look for strong local operators who can take the stations forward and continue serving the communities. We have been talking with Greg Jensen for some time and have been impressed by his commitment to the community and his desire to return to radio. We believe he is the right person to lead these stations into their next chapter.”
“I want to give a special thanks to Jeff Warshaw, Founder and CEO of Connoisseur Media, and Mike Orlandella of Kalil & Co., Inc. for bringing this transaction together,” said Greg Jensen, CEO of Hometown Broadcasting. “We look forward to serving our communities and surrounding areas with hometown ideas, local broadcasting and a commitment to being an active part of the communities we serve. We also look forward to hearing from our listeners and community members and building these stations together.”
Connoisseur Media, known for combining the reach and impact of traditional broadcasting with innovative digital platforms, is also a leading provider of integrated marketing solutions. With a coast-to-coast footprint reaching approximately 20% of U.S. listeners, Connoisseur is committed to delivering trusted content to audiences and innovative, measurable results to advertisers.
Kalil & Co., Inc. served as the exclusive broker for the transaction. Connoisseur Media was represented by Wilkinson Barker Knauer, LLP as legal counsel.
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