WLAG (1240 AM, "Eagle Sports 1240 & 96.9") is a

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. WLAG is licensed to serve the community of La Grange, Georgia, United States. The station is currently owned by Eagle's Nest, Inc.

History

WLAG's first license was granted on May 5, 1941. From 1941 to 1987, the station was owned and managed by Edwin Mullinax."WLAG, in LaGrange, Ga., Makes Its Formal Debut"
''Broadcasting'', May 12, 1941, page 68. (The WLAG

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References

External links

WLAG official website
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