WASHINGTON (March 9, 2005) – Four Tucson music stations, two of which are Spanish formats will now rely on AP text services for their latest news and information.  In addition, both of the Spanish Music stations will now receive AP's exclusive LATAM text service; a Spanish language news and information report covering Latin America, including San Juan and Mexico City.

The two other properties, Classic Rock KLPX and Album Progressive KFMA are now licensed for AP Radio's online audio resources, PrimeCuts and SoundBank, for current and archived actualities of entertainment, lifestyle news, sports and business.

About Lotus

Based in Los Angeles, CA Lotus Communications Corporation operates 24 stations in 8 markets.  These markets include Los Angeles, San Antonio, Las Vegas, Tucson, Fresno, Bakersfield, Reno and Simi Valley.

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