January 1980, through the news/talk period. Highlighted by Hardwick’s headline-generating disappearances and departures, departing KVI in March 1980, KAYO in July 1981.
MRS. HARDWICK RESPONDS TO THE KAYO VERSION OF HARDWICK’S LEAVING THE STATION…
JULY 24, 1981—
Kountry KAYO resurrected in July 1981. Then, a format change with new call letters – KSPL in July 1982.
And, in July 1982, Hardwick makes another temporary move, this time to Tacoma’s KTAC–
The late, great Jerry Kay and news man Bill Taylor depart following the morning show, Christmas Eve Day 1982.
(Thanks to Bill Taylor for this timeline and news items!)
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J Remington says:
The meeting place, the hangout, the destination. Quite a history. Located next door to KRSC TV and what became KAYO 1150 radio.
from the Seattle Municipal Archives