WLDF

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WLDF
Broadcast area
  • Lac du Flambeau area
  • Northern Wisconsin
Frequency 92.9 MHz
Branding92.9 The Torch
Programming
Language English
Format Adult album alternative
Ownership
Owner
History
First air date
January 1, 2025 (2025-01-01)
Call sign meaning
Lac du Flambeau
Technical information [1]
Licensing authority
 FCC
Facility ID 777026
Class A
ERP 6,000 watts
HAAT 67 meters (220 ft)
Links
Public license information
Webcast Listen live
Website 929thetorch.com

WLDF (92.9 FM), branded as "92.9 The Torch", is a radio station in Lac du Flambeau, Wisconsin, United States. The station is owned by L.D.F. Business Development Corporation, an entity of the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa tribe. [2]

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History

In 2024, WXPR reported that the Lac du Flambeau Business Development Corporation was launching a new radio station called The Torch, describing plans for locally focused programming including music, community information, and cultural programming. [3]

The station received a license to cover from the Federal Communications Commission in 2025. [2]

Programming

WXPR described WLDF as a general market adult alternative radio station, focused primarily on a variety of popular genres, but also incorporating native contemporary and tribal/pow-wow music. While The Torch reflects popular culture, the station also includes teachings and humor derived from traditional Ojibwe culture. [3]

Technical information

WLDF broadcasts on 92.9 MHz and is licensed as a Class A FM facility (Facility ID 777026). [2] Industry reporting has listed the station operating parameters as 6 kW ERP at 67 meters (220 ft) HAAT. [4] FCC database aggregators reflecting LMS data list WLDF on Channel 225A with 6 kW and 67 m (220 ft) HAAT. [5]

The Torch is also available on all media delivery platforms including Alexa, iHeartRadio, Live365, Zeno Media and by tablets, Smart TV, and all mobile devices via the radio station's app.

Additionally, The Torch broadcasts a live, simulcast video stream available 24/7 on its website, YouTube and various social media streaming services.

References

  1. ↑ "Facility Technical Data for WLDF". Licensing and Management System. Federal Communications Commission.
  2. 1 2 3 "Public Notice: Broadcast Actions (Report No. PN-2-250606-01)" (PDF). Federal Communications Commission. June 6, 2025. Retrieved December 12, 2025.
  3. 1 2 Davis-Reid, Hannah (November 7, 2024). "WLDF 92.9 The Torch is a new Native-owned radio station in Lac du Flambeau". WXPR. Retrieved December 12, 2025.
  4. ↑ "New Tribal-Owned Radio Station Signs On in Northern Wis". NorthPine.com. May 23, 2025. Retrieved December 12, 2025.
  5. ↑ "FCCInfo: WLDF(FM) Lac Du Flambeau, WI". FCCInfo.com. Retrieved December 12, 2025.
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