KMDL
| Broadcast area | Lafayette metropolitan area |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 97.3 MHz (HD Radio) |
| Branding | 97.3 The Dawg |
| Programming | |
| Format | Country |
| Affiliations | Compass Media Networks New Orleans Saints Radio Network |
| Ownership | |
| Owner |
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| KFTE, KHXT, KPEL, KPEL-FM, KROF, KTDY | |
| History | |
First air date | August 1, 1981 |
Call sign meaning | K-Middle (original branding) |
| Technical information | |
Licensing authority | FCC |
| Facility ID | 59289 |
| Class | C2 |
| ERP | 38,000 watts |
| HAAT | 171 meters (561 ft) |
| Links | |
Public license information | |
| Webcast | Listen Live |
| Website | 973thedawg.com |
KMDL (97.3 FM, "97.3 The Dawg") is a commercial radio station in Lafayette, Louisiana. It airs a country music format and is owned by Townsquare Media. Its studios are located on Bertrand Road in Lafayette, and its transmitter is off Guillot Road in Youngsivlle.
The station is an affiliate of the New Orleans Saints Radio Network.