Industry News Bits WED 12/3/25
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KVNE/Tyler has won the National Religious Broadcasters (NRB) 2026 Station of the Year Media Award.
Encouragement Media Group President/CEO Troy Kriechbaum tells HisAir, “We give God the glory for this great honor! Truly, it is God doing the work through this incredible team! I am so thankful for our KVNE admin and tech teams led by Rodney Skyles, our development team led by Chad Stanley, our programming team led by Bill Bumpas and our community outreach team led by Jennifer Bailey!”
Troy adds, “Our KVNE on-air team is a group of gifted and passionate creatives – kudos to Mike & Carrie, Nikki, Laci, Linda, Fletch and Adam for their excellent work!”
The 2026 Special Service and Media Awards, recognize and honor exemplary ministries, organizations, programs, and producers across the world’s leading association of Christian communicators.
KVNE PD Bill Bumpus told HisAir, “We are blessed to be honored with this award. We pray God gets all the glory for this honor. I am so proud of our team as we seek to glorify God by encouraging people, connecting our community and pointing people to Jesus.”
“These awards underscore the creativity, dedication, and Gospel-driven impact of our NRB members,” said NRB President & CEO Troy A. Miller. “It is our privilege to commend this year’s recipients, and we look forward to celebrating their contributions to the Christian media landscape at the NRB 2026 Convention.”
Awards will be presented during the NRB 2026 International Christian Media Convention, which will take place February 17–20, 2026, at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, Tenn.
MEDIA AWARDS
Radio Impact: “Joni Eareckson Tada, Sharing Hope”
Radio Program of the Year: “Voice of the Martyrs”
Radio Station of the Year: KVNE
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The Southern Gospel Music Guild (SGMG) has announced the launch of a brand new, insightful radio program dedicated to preserving the rich harmonies of Southern Gospel Music. Harmony Honors Radio, hosted by Singing News Radio Program Director Joseph Reed. The new program is airing each week on Singing News Radio every Friday at 3pm ET and every Saturday and Sunday at 5pm ET.
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WBCL/Ft Wayne announces the retirement of Scott Tsuleff, who will step down at the end of December 2025 after a distinguished 45-year career in radio. Tsuleff has served as WBCL’s Program Director and host of the Afternoon Show for 41 years, guiding the station’s sound, ministry focus, and on-air talent with excellence and a deep heart for listeners. Before joining WBCL, Tsuleff was well known in the market as part of the popular “Those Two Guys in the Morning” show on mainstream WMEE/Ft Wayne alongside the late Charlie Butcher.
Executive Director, Ross McCampbell says, “Over the years, Scott has been my boss, colleague, ministry mentor, my direct report, and annoying brother figure. Most consistently and most importantly, he has been my friend and I will miss him. I thank God for the rare privilege of working with such a deeply sincere disciple.”
Scott says, “I’ve been so fortunate and blessed to have had a career working at two excellent radio stations, doing something I love, working with wonderful people, and sharing Jesus with thousands every day. I couldn’t have asked for more.”
WBFJ/Winston -Salem, NC is hosting their annual Day of Celebration this Thursday (Dec 4). A day to celebrate their listeners. The visitors will have the opportunity to share audio stories and testimonies of how God is working through the radio ministry of WBFJ.
WBFJ morning co-host Verne Hill told HisAir, “Thursday is also a day for our listeners to make Year end gifts supporting WBFJ. Our mission is to encourage, disciple, and unify the body of Christ. WBFJ just celebrated 31 years as a locally owned CCM radio ministry in the Piedmont Triad of North Carolina.”
Wilma Thomson has joined Moody Bible Institute in Chicago as their new Director of Media Marketing.
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HisAir Christian Radio & Records Industry News TIMELINE – Dec 3, 2024
Veteran radio strategist Ron Harrell expands Harrell Media Group’s services to provide broadcasters with customizable Fractional Manager solutions. Harrell, a Brand Consultant and Talent Coach with a history of leading award-winning radio brands, offers his expertise to help stations bridge leadership gaps and achieve operational and financial goals. Businesses can now access top-tier leadership on a flexible, contract basis tailored to their needs. Whether on-site or remotely, Harrell’s Fractional Manager services perfectly fit broadcasters seeking strategic guidance without the full-time commitment.
Milestones:
Kevin Thomson. (WBHY/Mobile) passed 1 year ago
Rodney Baucom celebrates 35 years in Southern Gospel
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Mark Kenney
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