Update: They lasted for months, but the two Grand Junction stations are off Galaxy 17 now.

Original Post: For the first time in a very long while, a couple of over-the-air TV stations are broadcasting on FTA Ku-band satellite. Unlike the occasional weekend test, which I never bother to mention, this pair has been up for over three weeks, so there’s a chance they’ll still be there when you read this.

Sister stations KREX and KFQX, the CBS and Fox affiliates of Grand Junction CO, are loud and clear on Galaxy 17 (91° West). They remind me of the glory days of FTA, when plenty of stations carrying football games were in the clear. Now almost anyone who really wants to see more football can subscribe to a streaming package, but it’s nice to see out-of-market stations anyway.

If you want a taste of Grand Junction, you should try pointing your FTA dish at Galaxy 17 right away. There’s no telling how long these stations will remain available. As with all FTA channels, they’re fun while they last.