Who / What
XHRF-FM is a radio station broadcasting on 103.9 MHz, located in Ciudad Acuña, Coahuila, Mexico. It operates alongside its AM counterpart, XERF-AM (1570 kHz), and both stations simulcast their programming. The station is owned by the Instituto Mexicano de la Radio (IMER).
Background & History
Originally broadcasting only on the AM band as XERF, the station is a Mexican Class A clear-channel station with 100,000 watts of power. It has since been rebranded as La Poderosa. XERF-AM and XHRF-FM are now owned by the Instituto Mexicano de la Radio (IMER), a Mexican public broadcaster, indicating a public service mandate. The station’s history began with its establishment on the AM band before expanding to FM broadcasting.
Why Notable
XHRF-FM is notable as part of the broadcasting portfolio of the Instituto Mexicano de la Radio (IMER), a Mexican public broadcaster. The simulcasting of XHRF-FM and XERF-AM allows for a wider reach within Ciudad Acuña, Coahuila. As La Poderosa, it serves as an important source of radio programming in the region.
In the News
Currently, XHRF-FM continues to operate as a key radio station broadcasting under the La Poderosa brand. The station's simulcasting with XERF-AM ensures consistent programming availability and reinforces its presence within the local media landscape.
