AFN
History of AFN brought to life at Washington-area broadcasting museum
The National Capital Radio & Television Museum in Bowie, Md., on Saturday opened a new exhibit on the history of the American Forces Network, the military’s broadcasting service for service members stationed overseas.
Korean cable firms to stop AFN broadcasts
South Korean cable companies will cease broadcasting the AFN Pacific Prime channel this month, leaving some U.S. personnel living off base looking elsewhere for the programming they’ve grown accustomed to.
AFN radio lineup at Misawa changes after complaints
American Forces Network radio detachment here has rolled out new “family friendly” programming in response to complaints that some songs were vulgar and offensive.
New cable channels bring free football back to Korea viewers
Servicemembers and others living on base can once again watch NFL football games and other programs for free because of two new additions to the on-base free cable service.
From the Stars and Stripes archives: The show will go on, despite a few sour notes
A smile freezes on Lou Rawls’ face halfway between the door and the stage that has been constructed in the gigantic aircraft maintenance hangar at Yokota AB, Japan.
From the Stars and Stripes archives: AFN contest winner meets Hall and Oates
How many Olympic medals did Cathy Rigby win? Deborah Bland knew the answer — and won an evening with the rock and soul duo, Daryl Hall and John Oates.
Some AFN spots more memorable than others, but there’s always a purpose
Anyone who watches American Forces Network television for even a few minutes is familiar with the public information spots that take the place commercials fill in stateside programming.