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DEC Nielsen PPM release is complete. Holiday PPM arrives 1/26. Go HERE for latest PPM ratings.
AQH Share for Persons 12+, Mon-Sun 6AM-Mid DEC
WBKL/Baton Rouge – 3.5
WXOK/Baton Rouge – 2.9
KNOL/New Orleans – 1.9
WYLD AM/New Orleans – 1.6
KYLV/OKC – 4.4
KOKF/OKC – 1.6
AQH Share for Persons 12+, Mon-Sun 6AM-Mid FALL 25
WLGF/Biloxi – 2.7
KIKL/Lafayette, LA – 5.1
WLVZ/Laurel, MS – 5.3
WBBL/Laurel. MS – 1.2
Radio Training Network station WAFJ/Augusta (88.3) announced today it will rebrand as The JOY FM on Tuesday 1/20/26. Full story HERE
Gateway Creative Broadcasting has launched 88.1 KLJT/St Louis (WorshipOne) today with it’s new format. All worship … 24/7. WorshipOne is a place for St. Louis to encounter God’s presence and power every day. A place to worship freely, build community and change the atmosphere in St Louis. Full story HERE
Salem Media announced a new two-year contract extension with WIND/Chicago (AM 560 The Answer) morning talk show host Dan Proft, which will keep Proft on the station through the end of 2027.
“The combination of Dan Proft’s intellect and his exceptional interviewing skills is why he’s the best morning radio host in Chicago,” said John Gallagher, regional vice president and general manager of AM 560 The Answer. “His knowledge of the issues that affect the people of Illinois is unmatched. This contract extension solidifies the Chicago Morning Answer brand and the top conservative talk radio line-up in the nation.”
“I’m excited to extend my run on Chicago’s Morning Answer, and I am honored to be trusted with such an important platform during these turbulent times,” said Dan Proft. “Nothing short of the future of the United States and Western civilization, by extension, is on the line, and I’m humbled to be able to lend my voice to the fight. I want to thank AM 560’s management, along with our loyal, intelligent listeners and our accomplished and thoughtful guests, for their ongoing support.”
As host of Chicago’s Morning Answer since 2015 when he joined AM 560, Proft is the longest-running morning talk show host in the market. Previously, Proft had been heard on WLS-AM/Chicago.
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The National Association of Gospel Radio (NAGA) invites all to the monyhly Power Call tonight ( January 15th). You’ll hear some of gospel music’s most influential voices for an evening of inspiration, insight, and authentic connection.
Tonight’s special guests are Fred Hammond and Montrae Tisdale and will be moderated by WNZN’s Wanda Ewing. The call starts at 6pm CT.
Join on Zoom HERE
EMF reports 2025 as a year marked with impact for K-LOVE and its family of media platforms. The Ministry’s latest impact report, highlights the various ways the ministry has impacted audiences across various locations, age groups and backgrounds.
In 2025 K-LOVE and Air1 grew national coverage to 70% of the U.S., launched new signals in key major markets, and moved to 24/7 DJ-hosted programming. The ministry reached more than 18 million weekly radio listeners and millions more through digital platforms and live events.
The addition of Radio Nueva Vida expanded outreach to Spanish-speaking audiences nationwide. Listener care deepened through hundreds of thousands of prayer calls and requests, while live events and partnerships helped distribute Scripture, support college outreach, provide nearly 200,000 meals through Convoy of Hope, and raise over $1.5 million for The Hope Center Detroit.
“We are incredibly energized by the path ahead,” shared Tom Stultz, CEO of K-LOVE. “Our commitment to reaching people with the message of Jesus is unwavering, and we remain expectant about the work God is doing through this Ministry.”
Joseph Kebbie, Director of New Life Africa Networks with Your Network of Praise has been named Director of Radio Fry Fry, a station reaching five districts across Sierra Leone in West Africa.
Radio Fry Fry Media is located in Freetown and has broadcast licenses in Bo, Kenema, Makeni, Kono, Moyamba, Tonkolili, Pujehun, Kailahun and Koinadugu; on one frequency 97.1FM.
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HisAir Christian Radio & Records Industry News TIMELINE – Jan 15, 2025
WLCQ/Springfield (Q 99.7) has hired Myriam Vega as their full time Outreach Director. She oversees station events and our team of volunteers.
WLCQ GM/Pres Nathan Murray tells HisAir, “Since hiring her for this position, WLCQ has been able to be out in our community sharing the love of Jesus more than ever before. One of the highlights is our Pop Up events where we invite listeners to come out, meet the DJs, pick up Q swag, and receive prayer from a local Pastor.”
Milestones:
David L’ Herroux 19 years at United Christian Broadcasters
Jeff McLAughlin 22 years at Jeff McLaughlin Music
Bob Lubell 31 years at WDBX/Chattanooga
Shawn Farrington 7 years at Hope Media Group
Prayer List:
Paul Martin (wife)
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