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Industry News Bits TUE 12/30/25

Fundraisers this week  .. Let us know when your Station Fundraiser takes place… news@hisair.net


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DEC PPM release started today with Day 1 & 2 markets. Go HERE for latest PPM ratings.


NRB 2026’s mainstage forum Religious Censorship: Where Are We in the Current Environment?

Moderated by Tyler O’Neil, Managing Editor at The Daily Signal, this panel brings together leading journalists, thought leaders, and policy voices to provide a clear assessment:

  • Tony Perkins, President & CEO, Family Research Council
  • Caroline Downey, Columnist & Video Personality, National Review
  • Raheem Kassam, Editor in Chief, The National Pulse
  • Robert Bluey, President & Executive Editor, The Daily Signal

Join us at NRB 2026, February 17–20, 2026, in Nashville and be part of this critical discussion, along with dozens of others shaping the future of Christian media

HisAir readers receive 10% off. Use code NRB2026HISAIR when you register.

Register HERE.


There’s a new Christian AC station in Angola, IN as Swick Broadcasting Company has flips “92.7 Hot-FM” (W224BY/WLKI-HD3) to “92.7 The Light.”

“92.7 The Light.” is airing Christian FM Media programming “Today’s Christian Music.” Station website is HERE

Here’s the on air line-up:
Heather Earbe 12a-5a
Kevin and Amy 5a-10a
Kim Fitz 10a-3p
Beth Bacall 3p-7p
Scott and Sam 7p-12a

Join the Vidare Creative fundraising team and guest Ron Harrell, veteran programmer, StoryFinder, and Founder of Harrell Media Group as discussing ways to enhance your programming in 2026 to maximize your fundraising.

The FREE webinar will be January 8th at 1pm CT – Sign up today. Register HERE


HisAir Job Alert – sponsored by FaithSearch Partners

KNWI is excited to announce a rare opportunity for a passionate, mission-driven leader to join our team as Station Manager. This role is central to shaping the direction, excellence, and impact of our broadcast ministry. If you’re a visionary broadcaster with a heart for ministry and community, we invite you to consider this unique chance to lead a station with purpose.

If interested in this opening go HERE


Family Health Checkup, the upbeat, daily one-minute radio program offering practical insights on nutrition, fitness, seasonal health, safety, kids’ health and more, is celebrating 10 years on the air. Airing on over 1,200 radio markets in all 50 states and internationally, the program reaches millions of listeners through individual stations and notable radio networks.

Produced by Samaritan Ministries International a leading health care sharing ministry, Family Health Checkup has aired more than 2,700 programs over the past decade, providing consistent, reliable, and practical health tips for Christian families. Hosted and produced by Doug Chamberlain, the program delivers bite-sized tips that empower listeners to take ownership of their health, whether it’s wiping germs off a smartphone, eating four to eight servings of vegetables daily, or getting seven to eight hours of sleep each night.

To learn more about Samaritan Ministries International, visit the Samaritan website at www.samaritanministries.org, or follow the ministry on Facebook, Instagram or X.

To schedule interviews with Samaritan Ministries International, contact Media@HamiltonStrategies.com, Beth Bogucki, 610.584.1096, ext. 105, Dawn Foglein, ext. 100, or Richard Jefferson, rjefferson@hamiltonstrategies.com.


It’s time to wrap up the year in music. 20 The Countdown Magazine is counting down the Top 20 Songs of 2025 in a special year-end edition that celebrates the songs and artists that defined the year. From breakout hits to fan favorites, these are the songs listeners heard all year long.

Hosted by William Ryan III, this special countdown delivers hit music, memorable moments, and year-end excitement looking back on 2025 and getting ready for what’s next. Heard on over 1,200 stations in 39 countries, 20 The Countdown Magazine continues to unite listeners through the power of music.

Radio stations – join the global family. Become an affiliate today and share this free, trusted, time-tested show with your audience. Visit 20thecountdown.com/affiliates to learn more.


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We want to wish each and everyone of you a HAPPY NEW YEAR and thank you for your loyal support all year long.


WHIF/Palatka (Hope FM) partnered with local churches for an event that provided Christmas gifts and necessities for 40 families caring for over 100 children in relative or foster care. The station collected wrapping supplies and gifts that were organized like a store for the families to shop while the children were treated to games and activities.

Pictured is WHIF Station Manager Robin Robinson in the giftwrap area


HisAir Christian Radio & Records Industry News TIMELINE – Dec 30, 201512-30-15house

KZTH/Oklahoma City (The House FM) & KLVV/Ponca City (My Praise FM) welcome Josh Evans, as the new Host of “Mornings with Jenn and Josh”. Evans joins The House FM and My Praise FM team after spending the past year in Florida as the Community Impact Director at WAY-FM. Evans worked as Operations Director and Afternoon Show Host with Resound Radio at Cedarville University from 2011 to 2014. He completed his degree at Cedarville University throughout 2014 where he obtained a B.A. in Broadcasting/Digital Media. 


Milestones:
Dave Clutter 1 year at KTIG/Pequot Lakes, MN 
Bryan Lenox passed 5 years ago

Prayer List:

Laura Chase (Aunt)

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 private HisAir Prayer Group group.


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