In June of 1996, KPTM was awarded a tremendous honor for its commitment to viewers and growth over the years. Recent years have also proven to be winning seasons for KPTM's promotion and commercial production staff. A second MPU was added in 2000 to serve increasing demand. KPTM 42 is owned by Pappas Telecasting of the Midlands and broadcasts over UHF Channels 42 and 18. Harry J. Pappas is President and Chief Executive Officer of Pappas Telecasting Companies.
Additional stations are under construction or being purchased in numerous U.S. televison markets.