Industry News Bits THU 8/28/25
Fundraisers this week. .. WIHS/Middletown (TWR) .. Let us know when your Station Fundraiser takes place… news@hisair.net
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July PPM is complete. Look for August PPM starting 9/8. Go HERE for latest PPM ratings.
AQH Share for Persons 12+, Mon-Sun 6AM-Mid – JULY
KQLV/Albuquerque – 1.5
KKLY/El Paso – 3.9
WKHL/Harrisburg – 2.1
WALC/Charleston – 1.6
KLVM/Monterrey – 3.2
WKLZ/Syracuse – 1.6
Forest Frank expressed frustration over social media videos, particularly one by fellow artist Cory Asbury, that mocked his recovery from a skateboarding accident, which he described as “probably the most traumatic moment of my life.”
Read how Christian Radio & Records is viewing this HERE.
HisAir Job Alert – sponsored by FaithSearch Partners
KTIS is seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Project Coordinator to support donor relations and seasonal fundraising efforts. This role will coordinate the Day Partner Program, manage donor communications, assist with on-air fundraisers, and oversee logistical details of seasonal fundraising events.
If interested go HERE
The brand new Gospel Top 40 Chart is out….
See it HERE
Capitol Christian Music Group (CCMG) held its inaugural Partner Summit in Nashville last week, bringing together artist managers, label partners, and industry stakeholders for a collaborative event.
“This is something we’ve been dreaming about and planning since we moved into our new building and studios,” CCMG President Brad O’Donnell said as he welcomed everyone. “We wanted to gather our key partners and industry stakeholders to discuss the future of our business and how we can better work together to help artists reach new levels of success. 2025 has been a transformative year for our industry and for our company. There is unprecedented growth happening in our market right now – the Christian genre is outpacing most others, and our fanbase is getting broader and getting younger.”
The Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) made a decision last week to reject an application by Truth Broadcasting Network to take ownership and effective control of CJJC/Yorkton, Saskatchewan (The Rock 98.5).
Arturo Gonzales’ has filed a deal to buy ethnic
KQRR/Mount Angel, Oregon (1130) is being sold by Bustos Media Iglesia Pentecostal Vispera del Fin for $1.01 million. Under the terms of the deal, Iglesia Pentecostal will pay $50,000 down and sign a $450,000 promissory note. The remaining $510,000 balance will be considered a donation from Bustos to the religious broadcaster.
Calvary Chapel of the Finger Lakes will acquire WZDV/Amherst, New York (92.1 Dove FM) for $300,000 from Calvary Chapel of the Niagara Frontier.
HisAir is deeply saddened to report the passing of longtime Christian Radio programmer / air talent Al Ross. Al spent over 25 years at KSWP/Lufkin. Prior to KSWP he was at KSBJ/Houston. Al suffered a major stroke nearly 3 years ago and never fully recovered.
Al’s wife Michelle posted on social media – Thank you so much for your outpouring of love, prayers, stories, texts and messages. I see and feel all your thoughts and prayers. Thank you for loving him and our family as we adjust to life without him.
HisAir Industry News TIMELINE – Aug 27, 2018
Mike Novak did his last interview as EMF CEO – Career Capsule: Initially poised to pursue agronomy in college, Mike Novak’s life took a radical turn that led him to radio and to eventually fulfill God’s purpose of leading the largest radio networks in the world.
While attending college in Modesto, California, Mike left his studies to pursue a job as a weekend announcer at KYOS in Merced, CA. After only six months, he was offered a full-time position as afternoon drive announcer at rock station KDON in Salinas, CA. From there, Mike continued to excel in radio at various top tier radio stations such as KFRC in San Francisco (Top 40) and KSON in San Diego (Country). Read more HERE
HisAir Industry News TIMELINE – Aug 28, 2019
After 62 years in the same Takoma Park, MD location, WGTS/Wash DC is celebrating the grand opening of its new broadcast ministry center in Rockville, Maryland.
“This has been a dream decades in the making,” said WGTS President and General Manager Kevin Krueger. “The way God has worked through listeners and givers to make this center a reality is truly a miracle. We’re praying that the new ministry center is simply a launching pad to share the hope and encouragement that comes from Jesus with even more people in Washington D.C. and beyond.”
Milestones:
Jim Sanders 46 years at Ambassador
Sheri Cooper 23 years at Ambassador
Sparlin Sypherd 8 years at Ambassador
Keith Maddox 6 years at WYGS/WKJD Columbus, IN
8/27
Bryon Hundley 1 year at EMF
Brian Sumner 13 years at His Radio/Greenville
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