KXRO Newsradio

KXRO Newsradio 101.7 FM and 1320 AM, The Harbor's Choice For News, Sports & Weather Started by Seattle, Wash. KXRO now serves as the group’s news and talk station.
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Gray’s Harbor Radio Group’s flagship station, KXRO, first went on the air May 28, 1928, during the Prohibition. police officer Roy Olmsted, who had a side business as a rum-runner, the station was used to signal runners when it was safe to transport their “product”. KXRO continues it’s community broadcasting over 80 years later with Grays Harbor’s only award winning radio News Department. Plus, KX

RO is the only radio station in Grays Harbor to ever be nominated for Excellence In Community Broadcasting by the National Association Of Broadcasters…two years in a row! The next station in the group’s lineup was born in 1971 when Dale Gunderson started KDUX in Ocean Shores, Wash., with a “beautiful music” format. KDUX was moved to Aberdeen and became a rock station in the late 1970s. It continues it’s success as a the dominate Classic Rock format today as "The Rock of the Coast". In a world of bland satellite music formats, KDUX is the ONLY radio station on the coast to feature local air personalities 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The two stations were purchased by Pioneer Broadcasting, who operated KXRO as an adult contemporary station and KDUX as a rock station for several years until their purchase by Morris Communications in December 1998. Morris Communications added KIX 95.3 (KXXK), “The Harbor’s New Country station,” and KWOK, ESPN Sports Radio 1490 in April 2001, establishing Gray’s Harbor Radio Group as the entity it is today. KIX is the areas only local Country station providing the The Harbor’s New Country with Live and Local personalities. We live and work in Grays Harbor and Pacific County…and we love it!

Cosi Police Closes Department; City Contracts with Aberdeen
12/31/2025

Cosi Police Closes Department; City Contracts with Aberdeen

End of an Era: A Final Message from CPD

To the Citizens of Cosmopolis,

Since 1891, the Cosmopolis Police Department has had the distinct honor of standing watch over this community. For 134 years, our officers have patrolled these streets, shared in your celebrations, and stood by you during your most difficult moments.

As of midnight on December 31, 2025, the Cosmopolis Police Department will officially close its doors.

For me personally, this is a bittersweet moment. Having served this city since October 1998, I have seen firsthand the incredible spirit that makes Cosmopolis home. While I am the last remaining officer standing at the watch, I carry with me the legacy of every man and woman who wore this patch before me.

Why this Change?

The reality of modern policing means that maintaining a small, independent force is no longer financially feasible for our city. However, this transition is not just about a budget, it is about ensuring you receive the highest level of protection possible.
We have negotiated a contract with the Aberdeen Police Department (APD) that provides a professional, high level of service while offering significant cost savings to our community. You are in excellent hands with our neighbors at APD.

Our Deepest Thanks

Our slogan has always been "A Community Partnership." That was never just a phrase on a patrol car; it was a promise. We want to sincerely thank you for the decades of love, support, and trust you’ve placed in us. Fulfilling our mission to protect you has been the greatest privilege of our lives.

Moving Forward: Who to Call

Starting January 1, 2026, all police-related services—including emergency response, animal complaints, concealed pistol permits, and parking issues—will be handled by the Aberdeen Police Department. The APD records office is open 8 AM to 4 PM Monday through Friday to serve you. The APD office is located at 210 E Market Street, Aberdeen, WA 98520. They are also available on-line at https://www.aberdeenwa.gov/214/Police-Department

• Emergencies: Dial 911
• Non-Emergency Needs: Dial 360-533-8765 (GH Dispatch)
• Police Business/Administrative Needs: Dial 360-533-3180 (APD Business Line)

Thank you, Cosmopolis, for the memories and the partnership. It has been an honor to serve you.

With gratitude,

Heath Layman, Chief of Police
Cosmopolis Police Department

12/22/2025

Grays Harbor - WDFW Police are asking for assistance from the public to identify the person(s) responsible for unlawfully shooting and wasting a cow elk at the Bishop Athletic Complex near Aberdeen in Grays Harbor County.

During the early morning hours of Saturday, December 20th, a citizen reported a dead cow elk covered with camo netting in a soccer field. The elk was found to have been shot in the spine and then stabbed with a knife. No meat was harvested from the animal.

We ask that anyone who has any information surrounding this incident to call us, WDFW Enforcement at 877-933-9847, online wdfw.wa.gov, or text or send photos to WDFWTIP at TIP411 (847411).

Those who provide information leading to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward or bonus points for special permit hunting opportunities.

“Night of 1,000 Stars” campaign to reinforce holiday season road safety - DUI Patrols
12/19/2025

“Night of 1,000 Stars” campaign to reinforce holiday season road safety - DUI Patrols

Drive Sober This Holiday Season So Everyone Makes It Home Safe “Night of 1,000...

12/18/2025

Another threat at AHS

12/18/2025
12/17/2025

Our outage web map provides you an easy way to monitor outages real time. The outage map shows the general location of an outage and the number of customers without...

Grays Harbor County Emergency Management is encouraging those impacted by the floods to fill out the damage forms now av...
12/17/2025

Grays Harbor County Emergency Management is encouraging those impacted by the floods to fill out the damage forms now available

Grays Harbor County Emergency Management says flood damage forms are now available for those who have experience...

12/16/2025

Aberdeen School District:

Aft/eve activities canceled. A storm warning from the National Weather Service has prompted the following cancellations:
After School Programs – all grades, all schools,
All Sports Practices,
All Athletic Events,
AHS Band Concert,
All Evening School Events

12/16/2025

Grays Harbor County EMERGENCY ALERT: The National Weather Service in Seattle has issued a High Wind Warning from 4 pm today Tuesday December 16th until 6 am tomorrow Wednesday December 17th.

Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 to 55 mph expected.

Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive.

12/15/2025

Due to the threat at Aberdeen High School this morning, the district posted changes to their schedule:

Update: Following a threat at Aberdeen High School today, the following schedule changes have been made:

The Aberdeen-Hoquiam game and the girls’ basketball game at Elma are both canceled. They will be rescheduled at a later date.

The only AHS practices taking place today are off campus – boys’ swimming and girls and boys wrestling.

The After School Program at AHS and all other after school activities on campus are canceled.

The investigation into who wrote the threat on a bathroom wall is on-going and the Aberdeen Police Department presence on campus will continue through the remainder of the school day. School will dismiss on time at 2:45 p.m.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Principal Aaron Roiko at (360) 538-2040.

12/15/2025

Threat taken seriously at Aberdeen High School today; Police on alert, HS Basketball game tonight canceled

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Grays Harbor Radio Group’s flagship station, KXRO, first went on the air May 28, 1928, during the Prohibition. Started by Seattle, Wash. police officer Roy Olmsted, who had a side business as a rum-runner, the station was used to signal runners when it was safe to transport their “product”. KXRO continues it’s community broadcasting over 80 years later with Grays Harbor’s only award winning radio News Department. Plus, KXRO is the only radio station in Grays Harbor to ever be nominated for Excellence In Community Broadcasting by the National Association Of Broadcasters…two years in a row! The next station in the group’s lineup was born in 1971 when Dale Gunderson started KDUX in Ocean Shores, Wash., with a “beautiful music” format. KDUX was moved to Aberdeen and became a rock station in the late 1970s. It continues it’s success as a the dominate Classic Rock format today as "The Rock of the Coast". In a world of bland satellite music formats, KDUX is the ONLY radio station on the coast to feature local air personalities 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The two stations were purchased by Pioneer Broadcasting, who operated KXRO as an adult contemporary station and KDUX as a rock station for several years until their purchase by Morris Communications in December 1998. KXRO now serves as the group’s news and talk station. Morris Communications added KIX 95.3 (KXXK), “The Harbor’s New Country station,” and KWOK, ESPN Sports Radio 1490 in April 2001, establishing Grays Harbor Radio Group as the entity it is today. KIX is the areas only local Country station providing the The Harbor’s New Country with Live and Local personalities. We live and work in Grays Harbor and Pacific County…and we love it!