Industry News Bits MON 5/5/25
Fundraisers this week .. WayFM/Nashville .. KBHW/International Falls .. KADU/Hibbing Spring, MN .. Let us know when your Station Fundraiser takes place… news@hisair.net
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The March PPM release is complete. Look for April PPM starting May 19. Go HERE for latest PPM ratings.
AQH Share for Persons 12+, Mon-Sun 6AM-Mid – MARCH
KBLV/Bakersfield – 1.6
KAIM/Honolulu – 2.5
KLUU/Honolulu – 1.7
WYLV/Knoxville – 5.0
KMLV/Omaha – 1.8
KXOJ/Tulsa – 6.2 (#1)
KXOJ/Tulsa is on a roll with 7 #1’s with the latest trend showing 6.5-6.4-6.2 AQH Share for Persons 12+, Mon-Sun 6AM-Mid – MARCH
KXOJ Brand Manager Kevin Davis tells HisAir, “We are incredibly humbled and deeply grateful to be the #1 station 12+ in the Tulsa radio market for seven months in a row. Month after month, this honor feels less like an achievement and more like a gift—one we don’t take lightly. It’s a reflection of the incredible talent and heart of our on-air staff, the clear and faithful vision of our owner and CEO David Stephens, the steady and expert leadership of our Senior Vice President & Programming Bob Thornton, and the tireless work of our Promotions Director Bobby Slater. Most of all, it’s because of our loyal and passionate listeners across Tulsa who continue to invite us into their lives each day. We don’t just play songs—we share hope, encouragement, and genuine friendship through every show. I am beyond thrilled and honored to be a part of the KXOJ legacy, and we give all glory to God for this journey we’re on together.”
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Congratulations to NewLife Radio/Griffin, GA Executive Vice President and General Manager Michael Shelley who graduated from Columbia International University with a PhD in Organizational Leadership.
Mike says, “I never thought this would take place. I know many of my Evangelical Christian School Alumni and high school teachers and Toccoa Falls College professors are as shocked as I am!”
WLJA/Ellijay, GA (101.1 The Pulse) introduced a new station app today.
Salem Media talk host Dennis Prager will be delayed in his return to the airwaves, due to a setback in his recovery from a spinal cord injury.
In the meantime, SRN will continue the Jack Posobiec show in the 2pm ET hour, 11am PT.
Rich Lee recently retired from Salem station WAVA/Wash DC.
WAVA says, “Rich has been with WAVA for 32 years and has always been a powerful voice on our station. He truly had a passion for his role here and for the listeners, “I take our relationship very seriously. Whether they’re tuned in at home or on the road, winning prizes on the phone, or meeting them in person, interacting with our loyal WAVA listeners is a hoot! I love it! “
Voiceover artist Pam Bassett checks in with HisAir. “I just heard the interview with Ted on the ENCOURAGER podcast with Loyd Ford. I stumbled upon it as I was looking at LinkedIn and joined a radio group. It was great hearing Ted’s radio journey! Reminds me of the great days of local radio!!!”
Check out the podcast with HisAir CEO Ted Semper HERE
HisAir INDUSTRY NEWS TIMELINE – May 5, 2023
WGLY/Burlington, VT (The Light Radio Network) has selected Leevi BetanCourt as its new Program Director/morning host. He’ll start the new role on July 1st. Sean Troland says, “He and his wife developed a burden for Vermont and the Northeast about 10 years ago and he’s excited to get here and start sharing the gospel. He’s married with four boys, presently residing in CA. Leevi’s background is in video production.” Former PD Shawn Tkach exited at the end of April to join CBN Radio as Operations Manager. Shawn was with WGLY since 2015.
Milestone:
Rodney Skyles 9 years at KVNE/Tyler
Leevi BetanCourt 2 years at WGLY/Burlington, VT
George Economos celebrates 13 years at Moody Radio
Bob Price celebrates 29 years with Family Life/Bath NY
Dave Wonders 13 years at WZFJ/Pequot Lakes
Andy Kahn 3 years at KNLR/Bend, OR
5/4
Steve Hodges 6 years at TWR
Prayer List:
Lisa Marie (Husband)
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