Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

Tennessee House Bill HJR0356

Introduced
3/2/23  
Engrossed
3/7/23  
Enrolled
3/15/23  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor Fisk Radio WFSK 88.1 FM upon its fiftieth anniversary.

Impact

In its half-century of operation, WFSK has provided a vital medium for local news, entertainment, and public service. The resolution not only honors the station's legacy but also highlights the importance of community radio in fostering cultural connection and representation. The recognition serves to underscore the role of local media in shaping community identity and responding to social movements, particularly in a historically underserved community.

Summary

House Joint Resolution 356 (HJR0356) is a resolution celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of Fisk Radio WFSK 88.1 FM. This resolution acknowledges the significant cultural role that the station has played within the community since its founding. The station, established by Fisk University students in the early 1970s, became notable for being the first African-American-owned FM station in Nashville, serving as a crucial platform for both music and community issues, particularly those relevant to the Black community and the civil rights movement.

Contention

While the resolution itself is celebratory in nature and does not appear to outline any areas of contention, it does implicitly address the shifts in media landscapes and the continuing need for community-focused radio. Given the changes in broadcasting and media consumption, the recognition of such a station emphasizes the ongoing value of diverse voices in media—a topic that can often generate discussion regarding access, funding, and representation in contemporary radio.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN SJR0239

A RESOLUTION to honor Fisk Radio WFSK 88.1 FM upon its fiftieth anniversary.

TN HJR0367

A RESOLUTION to honor WQMV upon its twentieth anniversary.

TN SR0115

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend the Northwest Family YMCA upon the celebration of its fiftieth anniversary.

TN HJR1442

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate The Exotics upon the celebration of their sixtieth anniversary as a musical group.

TN SJR1021

A RESOLUTION to honor the fiftieth anniversary of the Tennessee Prayer Breakfast.

TN HJR7050

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate WDIA Radio of Memphis on the occasion of its seventy-fifth anniversary.

TN SJR7145

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate WDIA Radio of Memphis on the occasion of its seventy-fifth anniversary.

TN HJR1152

A RESOLUTION to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the Grand Ole Opry House.

TN SJR0199

A RESOLUTION to honor The Grease Rack on the occasion of its fiftieth anniversary.

TN HR7018

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate WDIA Radio of Memphis on the occasion of its seventy-fifth anniversary.

Similar Bills

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