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Salem Media WORD/Pittsburgh (WORD FM) morning host Kenny Woods announces he will retire this week.
Kenny says, “This has been coming for a long time, but now that the final day (4/30) is looming it’s a little weird. Radio (primarily WVAQ, WYDD/WNRJ, 3WS and WORD-FM,) has been the only job I’ve ever wanted or had. So doing everything “for the last time ever” is very weird. I’ve been very blessed to be able to do this for a living, and for the support of many listeners and followers like you all. Maybe someday, if I need the cash, you’ll recognize my voice when I greet you at Walmart!”
Woods joined WORD in 2001 as OM/PD but dropped the OM role in 2008. From 1989-2001 he was APD and midday host at AC WWSW/Pittsburgh. His first radio job was WVAQ/Morgantown, WV he was the afternoon host.
WORD has not announced a replacement for Woods.
A significant legal dispute is emerging in the Christian music industry, as Wes Campbell, co-founder of the Newsboys, has filed a broad federal lawsuit in the United States.
The complaint names several defendants, including The Roys Report, its editor Julie Roys, and reporter Jessica Morris. It also lists World Vision, LiveCo/TPR, and well-known artists such as MercyMe and Micah Tyler among those named. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee, claims there was a coordinated effort to force Wes Campbell and his companies out of the Christian concert business.
According to the complaint, Transparent Productions, Premier Productions Holdings, and Rush Concerts were acquired in near-simultaneous deals by LiveCo/TPR. The suit further alleges the consolidation was orchestrated by Waterland Private Equity, which is also named as a defendant, and claims the effort was initially led by an executive involved in the creation of the Live Nation Entertainment model.
Newsboys has not performed in nine months following the departure of lead singer Michael Tait amid serious allegations. Guitarist Adam Agee stepped in as frontman, but as more accusations against Tait surfaced, the band’s number of live appearances steadily declined. The complaint alleges the organization paid LiveCo/TPR for exclusive—or near-exclusive—rights to conduct fundraising at CCM concerts it promotes, effectively shutting out other nonprofits and intermediaries, including those connected to Wes Campbell.
According to the complaint, the The Roys Report published defamatory articles in 2025 and 2026 tied to a 2014 incident, alleging that key statements made to law enforcement—ones that contradicted the accusations—were omitted. The suit further claims the reporting reframed what was described as a consensual encounter into more serious allegations.
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Far East Broadcasting Company (FEBC)-Korea concluded a series of FEBC Nationwide Pastors’ Conference events to commemorate its 70th anniversary, calling on the Korean church to restore its core mission of spreading the gospel, the Christian radio network said Wednesday.
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At the National Association of Broadcasters NAB Show in Las Vegas last week, David Layer, Vice President of Advanced Engineering , told attendees that the industry is actively exploring on-frequency AM boosters. The approach—already widely used on FM—is being studied as a way to improve signal reliability and extend usable coverage, especially in densely populated urban areas.
“The fact of the matter is that technology in 2026 can definitely support the operation of AM boosters,” Layer said, outlining a plan to build a technical case and ultimately seek FCC approval.
AM remains the only broadcast service where boosters are not yet permitted. According to David Layer of the National Association of Broadcasters, more than 80% of AM stations already meet or exceed the technical threshold that could support their use.
Layer said the goal is to have enough data by 2027 to present a case to the Federal Communications Commission. If approved, AM boosters could represent one of the most significant upgrades to the band in decades—improving reception and coverage without requiring major changes to existing infrastructure.
HisAir Christian Radio & Records Industry News TIMELINE – April 29, 2020
In an unexpected announcement, NRB Board Chairman Janet Parshall (at left) has resigned effective immediately. Janet served NRB with great wisdom and distinction during a very challenging time for NRB. Craig Parshall, who has served as NRB’s General Counsel, also announced his resignation.
Salem Radio Network V.P./News & Talk Programming Tom Tradup told HisAir, “It is the passing of the torch at NRB, with veteran Christian broadcaster—and former Salem Radio Network talk host—Janet Parshall stepping down as Board Chairman. Janet’s talent—which always made SRN’s call-in lines ring so hard they were practically levitating—will be missed as the NRB moves into the future of Christian broadcasting.”
Milestones:
Jenn Pooler 11 years at KNWS/Waterloo
Steve Green 7 years at WayFM/Louisville
Paul Ladd 21 years at World Christian Broadcasting
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