Joseph Hennessey Archives - KNOM Radio Mission

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What Augie Made Possible

By admin | April 27, 2018

Two women stand next to a large sign reading “KNOM Radio Mission | 780 AM | 96.1 FM | Augie Hiebert Broadcasting Center.”

KNOM would not exist without the help of Augie Hiebert, a legendary Alaska broadcaster who avidly championed the mission for decades.

February 1968: Legal help from Joseph Hennessey

By admin | February 9, 2013

February 16, 1968 At the request of pioneer Alaska broadcaster Augie Hiebert, Washington, DC communications attorney Joseph Hennessey agrees to provide free legal assistance. Hennessey continues to help the mission at no charge through 1990.