Industry News Bits WED 8/5/26
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AQH Share for Persons 12+, Mon-Sun 6AM-Mid JUNE
WHLH/Jackson – 11.3
AQH Share for Persons 12+, Mon-Sun 6AM-Mid SPRING 26
KLWV/Cheyenne – 2.8
KRKA/Ft Collins – 1.1
KLVN/Modesto – 1.7
KLXF/Modesto – 1.2
KLXB/Palm Springs – 1.6
KSLY/San Luis Obispo – 1.7
KLSB/Santa Barbara – 1.6
WFRN/South Bend – 7.8 (#2)
KLXD/Victor Valley – 2.1
KODV/Victor Valley – 1.7
WBCL Radio Network/Ft Wayne has expanded its reach into Westfield, Carmel, and surrounding communities through its 106.9 FM signal out of Marion. The 106.9 frequency is the newest addition to the WBCL Radio Network, bringing the network’s total to eleven frequencies serving listeners across Indiana, Ohio, and Michigan.
Glenn Goodwin, WBCL Program Director, says, “the addition of these stations is an exciting milestone that reflects our continued commitment to sharing the hope of Jesus Christ through encouraging music, uplifting conversations, and Biblical truth. These new communities that we will serve represent new opportunities to encourage families, strengthen local churches, and remind listeners that they are never alone. We believe God has opened these doors, and we are honored to become a trusted voice of hope in the daily lives of people throughout Central Indiana.”
WBCL’s sister station, Rhythm and Praise, is also acquiring 99.3 in Marion, expanding their reach beyond the Fort Wayne community.
Monique Moss, Rhythm and Praise Program Coordinator, says, “”We’re excited to expand our gospel ministry to Marion and beyond with the launch of this new signal! This allows Rhythm & Praise to share the hope of gospel music with even more listeners. We look forward to being part of the community and being a source of encouragement every day!”
HisAir Job Alert – sponsored by FaithSearch Partners
UCB Radio Canada is hiring an Eastern Canada Promotions Lead to help strengthen our ministry presence across Ontario and Eastern Canada. This is a full-time, relationship-driven leadership role for someone who loves people, ministry, concerts, artist partnerships, community engagement, and helping communicate hope through Christian media.
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WCIE/Tampa (The JOY FM) midday talent Candice Grey was the subject of a special piece on local TV Fox 13. She shared her recovery story from her serious bicycle accident in May that resulted in multiple fractures and surgery.
Watch the report HERE
Family Life Ministries/NY/PA has reached an agreement to acquire WOGI/Moon Township, PA (104.3) and translator W288BO (105.5 FM) serving Pittsburgh from Forever Media for $1 million.
VCY America has changed frequencies in Charleston/Mattoon, to KVCX 88.5. VCY America offers 24/7 Christian radio with Biblical teaching, sacred music, and informative news all day.
Former SoundStack and Live365, rep Matt Kellogg has joined the Surfer Network as Senior Vice President of North American Sales Strategy.
Surfer Network is a global audio advertising platform that powers streaming audio across thousands of stations and podcasts worldwide.
After eight years, new music is coming from Francesca Battistelli. She shared the news on social media saying, “Turns out some things are worth waiting for! If you’ve been here since “Free To Be Me,” this one’s for you.”
“He Will,” is the first single from the new Francesca Battistelli project releasing August 7th.
HisAir Christian Radio & Records Industry News TIMELINE – Aug 5, 2025
Looks like a new Worship Station is coming to St Louis. In May Gateway Creative Broadcasting Inc, was awarded the rights to purchase KDHX/St Louis (88.1). Gateway Creative Broadcasting owns KLJY/St Louis (Joy 99.1) and KXBS/ST Louis (BOOST Radio). The winning bid came in at $8.75 million, K-LOVE Inc came in second with a bid of $8.5 million.
The new owners have started a search for staff including an Assistant Program Director for the new worship station in St Louis. And drive time hosts/content creators for a brand-new worship station coming to St. Louis reaching the next generation. Launch date for the new station has not yet been determined.
Milestones:
Juan Carlos Reyes 12 years at KBNJ/Corpus Christi
Greg Yoder 11 years at Keys for Kids Ministries
KNMG (Missouri online) celebrates 13 years
Prayer List:
Pat Scott (grandbaby)
Dave Arthur (grandbaby)
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