Industry News Bits TUE 6/17/25
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Nielsen monthly PPM starts today. Day 2 markets include Baltimore, Minneapolis & more. Go HERE for latest PPM ratings.
With Jeremy Henry exiting the morning show this week for WJQK/Grand Rapids, WCSG/Grand Rapids has made some adjustments to the on air lineup for the summer.
Steve & Kathy move from the afternoon show to mornings. Brittany (Program Director) & Zach move to the afternoon show. And Tom & Jenna maintain their Midday show slot.
WCIC/Peoria is hosting it’s first Cubs vs Cardinals bus trip this summer.
WCIC PD/mornings Rick Smith told HisAir, “Tickets went on sale last Wednesday at 1:15 pm and promptly sold out in less than a minute! We’re thrilled with the response to the event and looking forward to a fun trip with our listeners.”
HisAir Job Alert – sponsored by FaithSearch Partners
90.9 KLRC is searching for our next Content Creator and Morning Show Co-Host to join the KLRC team.
We’re looking for a skilled communicator who loves having encouraging conversations, sharing uplifting stories, and is passionate about making a positive difference in Northwest Arkansas (all while having fun and sharing hope in Jesus)! KLRC is owned by John Brown University, and an equal opportunity employer.
If interested go HERE
Les Butler and REAL Southern Gospel announce the formation of a brand new record label focused on a different sector of artist- the church singer. The new label, Home Church Records, provides a home for aspiring gospel singers who wish to receive a professional sounding recording at an affordable price with opportunities to advance their music ministry.
FMG and REAL SG Records owner, Les Butler, states, “I’m excited to add Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame member, Eddie Crook to our production family. Everyone knows Eddie Crook; a special man with special talents. He’s been on the REAL Southern Gospel Board of Advisors since day 1.
K-LOVE has promoted Alex Mackensen and Alan Slaughter to regional engineering manager roles. Mackensen, a 10-year veteran of the organization, is now Southeast Regional Engineering Manager. His career path—from the build shop to the Network Operations Center—reflects his deep operational knowledge.
Slaughter, promoted after three years with K-LOVE, is now Central Region Engineering Manager.
The Senate has confirmed Olivia Trusty as a FCC Commissioner, restoring a quorum to the Commission and giving Republicans a functional majority for the first time since President Trump returned to office.
Less than a week for Australian Christian broadcasters who want to enter the CMAA 2025 Excellence in Media Awards , entries are now open until Monday June 23rd.
Here’s the categories:
- Innovation in Mission Resourcing
- Beacon Awards (Large and Small Markets)
- Remarkable Contribution
- Compelling Content – Audio
- Compelling Content – Social Media
- Compelling Content – Screen – Documentary, Entertainment, Factual and Learning
Entries will be accepted for any activities, initiatives or projects that occurred January 1st, 2024 to March 31, 2025. Each category will be judged by a panel of independent judges.
HisAir INDUSTRY NEWS TIMELINE – June 17, 2019
TWR’s Silk Road Transmitter is on the air broadcasting Bible-based programs to a region largely unreached by the gospel. TWR has been broadcasting to the region for more than two decades, but the Silk Road Transmitter replaces obsolete equipment and ramps up the power to reach into Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and some adjacent areas.
Milestone:
Alana Chambers celebrates 23 years at WPOZ/Orlando
Ken Mayfield 3 years at BGEA
Obadiah Haybin 3 years at WCVO/Columbus
Stacy Vining 14 years at Merge PR
Gina Adams 31 years at The Adams Group
Melissa Enger 1 year at WBHY/Mobile
Prayer List:
Bekah Eaker
Erin Branham
Jimmy Swaggart
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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