February 23, 2026

Borrego Springs Community Radio | KRAM 90.5 FM

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KRAM 90.5 FM Borrego Springs is a community radio station providing public radio service to the Borrego Valley. The station broadcasts KPBS and NPR programming, offering access to regional and national public media in a remote desert community.


KRAM 90.5 FM serves residents and visitors throughout Borrego Springs via FM radio and digital platforms.


KRAM 90.5 FM — Station Facts


  • Frequency: 90.5 FM
  • Service: Community radio / public radio
  • Programming: KPBS and NPR
  • Coverage: Borrego Springs and Borrego Valley
  • License: FCC-licensed
  • Operated by: Ram Media Foundation (501(c)(3))
  • Learn More: rammediafoundation.org
  • Printable Schedule


Public Radio in Borrego Springs


Borrego Springs is geographically isolated, making access to reliable broadcast media especially important. Borrego Springs Community Radio provides consistent access to trusted journalism, public affairs programming, and regional reporting through KPBS and NPR.


Public radio differs from commercial radio by prioritizing public service, education, and civic information rather than advertising-driven content.


KPBS and NPR on KRAM 90.5 FM


KRAM 90.5 FM carries programming from KPBS, San Diego County’s NPR affiliate, extending public radio coverage into Borrego Springs. This connection links the Borrego Valley to regional and national public media while maintaining a dedicated local broadcast signal.


Station Location

KRAM 90.5 FM


730 Christmas Circle
Borrego Springs, CA 92004


The station operates from the former Wells Fargo building at Christmas Circle, now repurposed as a community radio and media space.


Borrego Springs Radio Service


As Borrego Springs Community Radio, KRAM 90.5 FM provides dependable public radio access across the desert, supporting informed listening at home, in vehicles, and throughout the region.


Meet Gabriel Wisdom

Gabriel Wisdom is the founder of the Ram Media Foundation and the creator of KRAM 90.5 FM in Borrego Springs, a locally based public radio station connecting the community with regional and national public media.


His career includes nationally syndicated radio, public radio contributions, and television commentary. He began his broadcast career in the late 1960s as a DJ at KPRI-FM in San Diego and later worked at major stations including KGB-FM San Diego and KMET-FM Los Angeles during the formative years of FM rock radio. His early radio experience informed elements of the film Almost Famous, and he assisted filmmaker Cameron Crowe in recreating the KPRI studio used in the movie.


In addition to his media work, Wisdom is a professional portfolio manager with AMM Investment Management, providing investment services for individuals, retirement accounts, and organizations.


Wisdom is also a licensed pilot and, with his wife Diana, owns the Borrego Airport Pilot House on historic homesteaded land adjacent to Borrego Valley Airport. The property supports aviation-related gatherings and community events. The couple regularly spend time in Borrego Springs and maintain strong ties to the area.




Learn More About Borrego Springs

KPBS Announces Return to Borrego Springs

February 11, 2026
Source: www.kpbs.org By KPBS Staff Published February 10, 2026 at 4:04 PM PST KPBS has announced that it will be broadcasting its FM channel to the Borrego Springs area starting February 10, 2026. The KPBS-FM primary signal will be broadcast on KRAM 90.5FM. The opportunity was presented to KPBS in mid-2025 by Gabriel Wisdom of American Money Management. Mr. Wisdom had recently purchased KRAM 90.5FM and was looking to rebroadcast KPBS to extend the public media station’s reach to Borrego Springs, a small desert community with a population around 3,000. “By airing programming from KPBS on KRAM 90.5 FM, we’re linking Borrego Springs with trusted journalism, and a cultural connection that strengthens civic life in San Diego’s beautiful desert community,” says Wisdom. It has been more than 15 years since KPBS had a transmitter for rebroadcasting the radio signal in that geographically challenged region. While part of San Diego County, the topography of the Borrego Springs area prevents KPBS’ signal from reaching the valley via the radio transmitter on Mt. Soledad on the coast. “As an essential public service, it's important that KPBS reach local communities, especially in times of crisis. This agreement is a good example of how we can creatively partner with others to continue that service to broader San Diego. KPBS looks forward to the chance to serve Borrego Springs,” says Deanna Mackey, KPBS general manager. KPBS has entered into a one-year programming agreement with Mr. Wisdom during which time it will fully assess the long term sustainability for the broadcast. “The KRAM-KPBS alliance is grounded in local identity, while keeping San Diego’s desert population connected to the wider world,” says Wisdom. 

Get RAMped Up: East County Magazine

By Jake Hinton • February 2, 2026
Latest UPDATE: On-Air starting Monday, Feb. 9th

Press Release: New Eco-Thriller Salton Sea Tales by Gabriel B. Wisdom

By Jake Hinton • January 22, 2026
Investment advisor turned novelist Gabriel B. Wisdom delivers a pulse-pounding eco-thriller of murder, lithium mining, and desert survival. If you crave thrillers with brains and heart, Salton Sea Tales delivers.” — Paul Slansky SALTON SEA, CA, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Gabriel B. Wisdom , a veteran investment advisor and longtime broadcaster, announces the release of Salton Sea Tales , a gripping eco-thriller and speculative adventure set against the eerie, volatile landscape of Southern California’s Salton Sea. Blending ecological disaster, cartel intrigue, and high-stakes survival, the novel delivers propulsive suspense for readers drawn to eco-thrillers, crime sagas, and speculative fiction. In Salton Sea Tales, readers are transported to the sun-scorched heart of the desert, where the shimmering Salton Sea hides secrets, danger, and the lure of fortune. The story ignites with a mysterious plane crash that exposes a tangled web of murder, lithium mining, and cartel ambition. At the center of the chaos are Charles Horse, a cunning tribal leader with a shadowy past, and Dr. Geoff “Mahalo” Mulholland, a brilliant but haunted scientist whose quiet life is upended by violence and conspiracy. As alliances shift and the ground beneath them threatens to give way, these unforgettable characters must navigate a world where every choice could mean salvation or catastrophe. From underground caverns to anarchic desert outposts, and from cartel boardrooms to the unpredictable sea, Salton Sea Tales is a pulse-pounding journey through blurred lines of greed, justice, and survival. Wisdom’s background brings an unusual depth to the novel’s moral complexity and high-stakes terrain. He is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of American Money Management, LLC. Alongside finance, Wisdom built a long-running broadcast career at legendary rock stations KGB-FM San Diego and KMET-FM Los Angeles. He hosted Brainstorm, a nationally syndicated radio show sponsored by Omni Magazine, and provided market commentary for CBS radio, NPR, KNX Los Angeles (2003–2021), and Mottek on Money on KABC Los Angeles. Wisdom is also the author of Wisdom on Value Investing (published by John Wiley & Sons), which was translated into Chinese and distributed by China Citic Press. He holds an MA in Novel Writing and a PhD in Speculative Fiction from Middlesex University, London. With Salton Sea Tales, Wisdom challenges readers to question where fact ends and fiction begins, making this new release a timely, adrenaline-charged read for anyone drawn to stories of environmental peril, moral ambiguity, and relentless suspense. >> All proceeds benefit Ram Media Foundation. Book Information Title: Salton Sea Tales Author: Gabriel B. Wisdom Genre: Eco-Thriller / Speculative Adventure / Crime Suspense Setting: Southern California’s Salton Sea region Media Contact Liz Dubelman 310-770-8410 liz@vidlit.com Liz Dubelman The Write Kit 7708410 liz@thewritekit.com Learn More About Borrego Springs

Christmas Circle Sign Gets a Fresh Update

May 2, 2026
The emblem at Christmas Circle has been updated from the ram to the sun, along with a fresh coat of paint. Did you notice the update at Christmas Circle? The emblem has been refreshed, replacing the ram with the sun and adding a new coat of paint to brighten the sign. The work is maintained by the Christmas Circle Board, a local nonprofit that relies on community support. Frank Murillo, a board member and longtime resident, volunteers his time to keep the sign clean, current, and welcoming. His ongoing efforts are part of what helps maintain the appearance and pride of this central gathering place. Small details like this reflect the care people have for Borrego Springs—and the many volunteers who quietly keep things looking their best. The Board welcomes donations of all sizes to help continue maintaining Christmas Circle and its features for the community. Borrego Springs is fortunate to have dedicated individuals like Murillo helping preserve what makes the area special.

Rotary Reflects on Impact as Busy Borrego Season Ends

May 2, 2026
As the busy Borrego Springs season comes to a close and the community transitions into summer, the Rotary Club of Borrego Springs is reflecting on a year of meaningful impact. Through fundraising, partnerships, and volunteer efforts, the club continues to support programs that invest in students, develop leaders, and strengthen the community. A highlight of the season was the Mardi Gras gala fundraiser, which raised nearly $60,000 . Those funds are distributed throughout the club’s July–June fiscal year, supporting a wide range of local initiatives. This year, Rotary contributed to programs including the Christmas Toy Giveaway, the Youth and Seniors Center, Borrego Days Festival, the Borrego Springs Community Concert Association , the Borrego Springs History Museum, and the Borrego Ministers Association’s emergency air conditioner program, helping local families during extreme heat. Supporting Borrego youth remains a central focus. Rotary continues to fund scholarships for Borrego Springs High School seniors and students continuing their education, with a $50,000 allocation this year. Leadership programs such as Interact, RYLA, and LEAD also provide students with opportunities to build confidence, responsibility, and community involvement. Beyond Borrego Springs, the club remains active in international service, including long-standing support for an orphanage in Mexicali and contributions to Rotary International’s End Polio Now initiative. The Rotary Club has also launched a newly redesigned website, offering a clearer view of its work and making it easier for the community to stay connected. “Our Club is small but mighty — like Borrego itself,” said President Diane E.P. Johnson. “As we enter the new year, we intend to let the good times — and good works — roll on.” Save the date: The 2027 Rotary Gala will take place on February 6 at La Casa del Zorro — an event the community won’t want to miss.

Cinco de Mami at Christmas Circle

May 1, 2026
A community celebration is planned for Sunday, May 3, from 5–8 p.m. at Christmas Circle in Borrego Springs, hosted by OLAX. We are celebrating Mother’s Day , with an evening focused on music, youth performances, and family activities. What to Expect The program includes live performances by: Eli Hernandez Mia Lopez BAMA Youth Folklorico Youth ASES Dance Group In addition to performances, the event will offer: Gifts for all moms An opportunity drawing with prizes Opportunity Drawing A fundraiser drawing will be held during the event, with a suggested donation of $10 per ticket . Prizes include: 2-night hotel stay in Rosarito (for two people; transportation not included) 55” TV iPad Mini (6th generation) Participants do not need to be present to win. There is a maximum of five tickets per person. Supporting OLAX Proceeds from the drawing support OLAX and its programs serving the Borrego Springs community. Event Details Date: Sunday, May 3 Time: 5–8 p.m. Location: Christmas Circle, Borrego Springs For more information: info@olaxdeborrego.org 442-240-1129

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We’re having a heatwave - 1933, song written by Irving Berlin. Last March brought on unprecedented temperatures here in Borrego Springs, Ca. thus residents sourcing “we’re having a heatwave.” Oh joy! what inspiration and motivation to forecast what’s up ahead this coming summer at The Gallery at The Palms. HEATWAVE : Leslie Duncan, Debbie Gallerani, Mike Horton and Paul McGilly, May 1 - September 27, 2026. Opening reception Friday, May 1 at 5-8 pm. ARTTALK with the artists Saturday, May 2, 3:00 pm ARTWALK Saturday, May 2, 5-7 pm The Gallery at The Palms is open every day!

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