KLFD broadcasts a "variety" format featuring an assortment of news, sports, informational, and talk radio programming plus a full-service mix of music and information on weekdays.[2] This programming also includes the Voice of Tomorrow religious broadcast and the Imagination Theater syndicated radio drama series. The station provides play-by-play coverage for the Litchfield Dragons and Dassel-Cokato Chargers high school teams.[3] The station is an affiliate for the Minnesota Vikings (NFL) and the Minnesota Lynx (WNBA).[4][5] It also serves as a broadcast partner for the Minnesota Golden Gophers and the Minnesota Wild.[6]
History
KLFD began broadcasting on April 20, 1959.[7] The station was founded by Meeker County Radio, Inc. and has served as a central hub for local news and agricultural information for over six decades. Its call letters are a direct reference to its city of license (LitchFielD).
In 1989, the station briefly changed its call sign to KQIV but returned to the heritage KLFD letters on December 6, 1991.[8] The station is currently owned and operated by Steve Gretsch under the license holder Mid-Minnesota Media, LLC. Gretsch, a veteran broadcaster with over 35 years of experience, purchased the station to maintain its "full service" community focus.[9] KLFD is branded as "The Original," reflecting its status as Meeker County's first and longest-running radio outlet. The station operates a Variety format, combining local talk, community events, and musical programming.[10]
