Minot ND Christian Stations Fighting to Stay on The Air
Yesterday KHRT/Minot, ND (The Heart) and sister station KHRT AM (1320) said it will sign off for good at the end of this month.
But today HisAir has learned the story may not be over quite yet, as there are groups actively working to keep the stations going.
KHRT GM Roy Leavitt posted on social media yesterday the station would be shutting down saying that “support and advertising has fallen to a level where Faith Broadcasting is no longer able to continue operating the stations.”
Leavitt told local TV media they’re holding out hope to find a buyer for the station, but plan to sign off the air on July 31.
Longtime PD Jonas Nelson (joined KHRT in 1996) says, “27 1/2 years God has allowed me to be part of this radio ministry. I’ve been able to live out my passion for Christian radio and sports broadcasting at the same time. Thank you to the Leavitt family for allowing me this opportunity. Thank you to co-workers over these many years that I’ve been able to partner with. Thank you to the listeners who tuned in and supported the stations. Most of all, thank you Jesus for your many blessings!”
KHRT is owned by Faith Broadcasting and Roy’s father Dick purchased the AM in 1962, the FM (106.9) went on the air in 1982. Although classified as a commercial radio station by the FCC Faith Broadcasting acts as a nonprofit organization using commercial advertisements for funding, though it also takes donations. KHRT FM is a 50kw Class C2 @ 344 ft, the AM is 2500 watts Class B.
“I want to say a huge ‘thank you’ to listeners, prayer warriors, Sharathon givers, and the many advertisers who have helped sustain this ministry for decades,” Leavitt said, adding the station currently employs six people, four full-time and two part-time.”
KHRT FM is CCM with programming mostly from Salem Music Network, while the AM is Southern Gospel.
Roy Leavitt can be reached at 701-852-3789 / royleavitt@khrt.com
