Here in Auburn, AL we pick up two NPR stations, both of which have excellent classical progamming. WJSP, from Columbus, GA, has talk in the weekday afternoons, but classical most of the day and opera on Saturdays. WTSU from Montgomery (Troy Universtity) had classical when we moved here in 1989, but soon changed to easy listening, we believe due to pressure from local stores who use it for background music. There was a huge political outcry from the classical fans lasting for several years, which culminated in a complete reversion to classical, which we still have today. Both stations advertise themselves as a source of news and classical music. WTSU programming is excellent, with a very generous serving of 20th century music. I believe that both stations see classical fans as a major source of support. Also, in our cars, we can pick up WAPR in Tuscaloosa, (University of Alabama) which has classical programming comparable to WTSU. I have no idea why this is so. Alabama is not a cultural leader. I only hope it can last. The news from this list offers no cause for optimism. Alabama often catches up to new trends about ten years late - I hope we don't in this case. Bill Walsh