Woodward Community Media announces new classic hits station and adds AM station back to WMAY

Woodward Community Media announced on Monday significant updates to its Springfield, Illinois, radio stations, enhancing both music and news offerings for local audiences.

99-7 The MIX (WXAJ-FM) has rebranded as 99-7 CVS (WCVS-FM), #1 for Classic Hits.

The station features the greatest hits from the late 1970s, the vibrant 1980s, and a touch of the 1990s—bringing timeless music to listeners while maintaining a strong local presence in the Springfield community.

In addition to the music format change, WMAY, Springfield’s trusted source for news and talk, is now broadcasting on 92.7 FM as well as 970 AM. This expansion ensures broader access to WMAY’s local news coverage, talk programming, and community-focused content.

“We’re committed to delivering high-quality, locally relevant content that reflects the spirit of Springfield,” said Kevin O’Dea, Market Manager for Woodward Community Media. “These updates allow us to better serve our community with both timeless music and trusted news coverage.”

These changes reflect Woodward Community Media’s ongoing mission to evolve with listener preferences while staying deeply connected to the communities it serves.