History of WKNO
First on the air: June 25, 1956
WKNO-HD signed on August 3, 2004
WKNO, now more than 65 years old, is owned and operated by the Mid-South Public Communications Foundation, licensed to the community of Memphis, Tennessee, and governed by an all-volunteer, self-perpetuating Board of Trustees.
WKNO is the Mid-South’s premier public media organization committed to creating and presenting both unique local and national content for television, radio, and digital media.
Channels
WKNO-TV/10
WKNO on Digital Channel 10.1.
WKNO-HD on Digital Channel 10.1 or 810 on Comcast HD Cable Service.
WKNO2
WKNO on Digital Channel 10.2.
WKNO2 on Digital Channel 10.2 or 910 on Comcast Cable Service.
PBS KIDS
WKNO KIDS on Digital Channel 10.3.
WKNO-3 on Digital Channel 10.3 or 311 on Comcast Cable Service.
Mission Statements
Vision
- A trusted resource of information and inspiration
- An essential provider of educational and cultural services
- A preeminent public institution in and for the Mid-South
- A leader in public media, both locally and nationally
Values
- Be an exemplary steward of the public trust
- Seek diversity and excellence in people, ideas and services
- Build and nourish relationships in the community
- Hold ourselves accountable for results
- Help each other succeed
- Have a sense of humor
Please contact us with any questions at membership@wkno.org.