Industry News Bits FRI 1/3/25
-We hope all had a great New Year and that 2025 is off to a great start!
Fundraisers this week .. Let us know when your Station Fundraiser takes place… news@hisair.net
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Nielsen DEC PPM release is complete. Holiday PPM arrives 1/28/25.
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WEEC/Dayton (Hope 100.9) PD Daryl Pierce tells HisAir evening host Matt Talluto is taking on a new role. Strong Tower Christian Media will be launching a Christian Rock stream called IRON FM soon that Matt will be involved with.
Daryl is looking for someone to fill the Hope 100.7 night spot. Go HERE for the listing.
Brian Tucker says his online station Christian Mix 106 (WXMX-DB) is expanding their Fantastic Female Friday to 5 hours. From 10AM to 3PM Eastern every Friday, Christian Mix 106 plays all female artists.
HisAir Job Alert – sponsored by FaithSearch Partners
For over 30 years, Spirit (KDUV) has been an integral part of the fabric of the Central Valley, from Bakersfield to Fresno. God continues to position Spirit in the epicenter of the faith community as a voice of hope. The Program Director will be responsible for leading and/or collaborating with other departments on all aspects of the radio including on-air content, events, promotions, contesting, and digital presence. Will have proven leadership and management skills, strategic thinking skills and the ability to communicate a clear vision while motivating and inspiring those around them.
If interested go HERE
Good News Radio is buying WDKR/Maroa, IL (107.3) for $140,000 from Technicom. Good News Radio operates 10 full-power religious teaching stations
6102 Seawall has filed to donate KVFZ/Benton, LA (92.1) to Tyler, TX based Encouragement Media Group.
Bible Broadcasting Network closed on its $500,000 deal to buy WVMP/Vinton, VA (101.5) from Todd P. Robinson.
The 39th annual NAB Crystal Radio Awards, organized by the National Association of Broadcasters, are now open for entries. These awards recognize radio stations that have made significant contributions to their communities through their service efforts in 2022. Winners will be recognized at the NAB Show in mid-April. To submit an entry, radio stations must use the My NAB member platform by January 31.
For more information on the rules for submitting an entry, go HERE.
Dr. Carl Windsor passed away at the age of 82 on November 9, 2024. Dr. Windsor played a pivotal role in founding the Intercollegiate National Religious Broadcasters (iNRB), fostering the development of the next generation of Christian communicators. He was also a member of the NRB Board of Directors, where his influence extended to national platforms, including in White House briefings and at an NRB Convention in Washington, D.C., where he shared the stage with President Ronald Reagan and other dignitaries.
HisAir INDUSTRY NEWS FLASHBACK – On This Day Jan 3, 2017
Kenny Robinson (left) has been named Program Director at WRVL/Lynchburg (The Journey). Robinson will continue in morning drive, which he’s handled at The Journey since August of 2015. Prior to WRVL he was morning host and Program Director at WMSJ/Portland, ME.
In addition, Production Director Mark Edwards, who has been at WRVL for 26 years, has been named Assistant Program Director.
HisAir INDUSTRY NEWS FLASHBACK – On This Day Jan 4, 2016
Salem has appointed Jim Glogowski as Vice President and General Manager for its Miami cluster of radio stations (WKAT 1360 AM/WZAB 880 AM/WHIM 1080 AM). Glogowski succeeds Felix Perez who resigned effective December 31, 2015. Prior to joining Salem, Glogowski’s career has spanned over 39 years including senior management roles with Children’s Radio Broadcasting/Radio AAHAs; The Catholic Radio Network; and most recently more than a decade with Multicultural Radio Broadcasting…
Milestones:
Paul Virts 6 years at DickersonBakker
Susie Larson 6 years on the air at Moody Radio Network
Scott Herrold 2 years at Hope Media Group
Kim Hudgins 2 years at StowTown Records
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Michele Ross 30 years at KSWP/Lufkin
Tim Swanson 30 years at KSWP/Lufkin
Ross McCampbell 35 years at WBCL/Ft Wayne
Ethan Milburn 3 years at WAFJ/Augusta
Jay Weaver (Big Daddy Weave) passed 3 years ago
Dusty Wells 8 years at New Day/Daywind
The Blast FM celebrates 16 years
Dan & Lori celebrate 6 years mornings at WCTL/Erie
The HisAir Prayer group is a place where the Christian Radio & Records industry can post prayer requests, and pray for others. Go HERE to join the group.
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