WPAQ of Mount Airy, NC is a radio station in the classic southern tradition.  Since signing on in 1948, it has featured live local and touring professional artists performing old time, bluegrass, and traditional gospel music.  With uncommon consistency, the station has reflected the musical values of its community for nearly sixty years. WPAQ continues to air the country's third oldest program of its type, the Merry Go Round. WPAQ AM 740 is truly the Voice of the Blue Ridge.