WZBA-FM, known locally as 100.7 The Bay, has been sold to Educational Media Foundation.
The buyer operates the nationwide K-LOVE network of Christian contemporary stations. Once the deal closes, the station’s classic rock format is expected to end.
Station staff learned of the pending sale this week. No purchase price or exact date for the format change has been announced.
Educational Media Foundation is one of the largest religious broadcasters in the United States. Its K-LOVE network reaches millions of listeners with music and programming focused on faith-based content.
The sale reflects ongoing consolidation in the radio industry. Many commercial stations have changed ownership or formats in recent years as listening habits shift toward streaming services.
Listeners in the Baltimore market and surrounding areas, including parts of Southern Maryland, have relied on 100.7 The Bay for classic rock programming for years. The format change will remove one local option for that genre.
Similar shifts have occurred at other stations across Maryland and the region. Some classic rock enthusiasts have turned to online streams, satellite radio or other local signals that continue to play older rock music.
The transition will introduce K-LOVE’s satellite-delivered programming to the 100.7 frequency. The network features contemporary Christian artists and messages aimed at a broad audience.
Residents who enjoy classic rock can explore other stations or digital platforms while the change takes effect. The exact timeline will become clearer after the sale closes.
