Industry News Bits FRI 10/16/26
Fundraisers this week .. WKNZ/Milford .. WCIF/Melbourne, FL .. WCIC/Peoria .. New Life Radio/Griffin, GA .. KPAR/Dickinson, ND .. KNWC/Sioux Falls .. Go Mix/NC ..
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SEP 2026 Nielsen PPM release is complete. Look for OCT starting 11/2… Go HERE for latest PPM ratings.
AQH Share for Persons 12+, Mon-Sun 6AM-Mid SEP
Birmingham
| Station | Jul | Aug | Sep | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WERC-FM HD2 | 4.0 | 3.9 | 3.8 | -0.2 |
| WAGG-AM | 1.4 | 0.9 | 1.0 | -0.4 |
| WENN-AM | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.0 |
| WZZK-FM HD2 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.1 | -0.1 |
Buffalo-Niagara Falls
| Station | Jul | Aug | Sep | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WBKV-FM | 1.9 | 1.7 | 1.9 | 0.0 |
| WBWA-FM | 0.1 | 0.1 | * | N/A |
Ft. Myers-Naples
| Station | Jul | Aug | Sep | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WDLV-FM | 3.3 | 4.2 | 4.2 | +0.9 |
| WWCN-FM | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.8 | +0.3 |
| WOLZ-FM HD2 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 0.6 | +0.3 |
| WDLV-FM HD2 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.2 | +0.1 |
Greenville-Spartanburg
| Station | Jul | Aug | Sep | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WLFJ-FM | 5.5 | 5.2 | 5.6 | +0.1 |
| WKVG-FM | 2.5 | 3.1 | 3.1 | +0.6 |
| WSHP-FM | 0.9 | 0.5 | 0.7 | -0.2 |
| WLTS-FM | 0.9 | 0.3 | 0.5 | -0.4 |
| WAHP-FM | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.1 | -0.1 |
| WHRT-FM | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.0 |
| WLFJ-FM HD4 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 0.1 | -0.2 |
| WLTE-FM | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.0 |
| WLTE-IF | 0.1 | 0.1 | * | N/A |
Richmond
| Station | Jul | Aug | Sep | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WPZZ-FM | 3.7 | 3.2 | 3.1 | -0.6 |
| WLFV-FM | 2.6 | 1.7 | 1.8 | -0.8 |
| WKYV-FM | 0.3 | 0.7 | 0.9 | +0.6 |
| WBTJ-FM HD3 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.2 | +0.1 |
| WARV-FM | 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.0 |
Rochester, Ny
| Station | Jul | Aug | Sep | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WKDL-FM | 1.7 | 2.1 | 2.5 | +0.8 |
| WKEL-FM | * | 0.1 | 0.2 | N/A |
Tucson
| Station | Jul | Aug | Sep | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KLTU-FM | 4.0 | 3.7 | 3.8 | -0.2 |
KPRT/Kansas City (Gospel 1590/106.1 FM) was given the Radio Impact Award – Gospel at the 57th Annual GMA Dove Awards welcome events in Nashville.
KPRT was recognized for its long-standing outreach programs, including clothing drives, school supplies, prom closets, and holiday toy distributions. Kprt is owned by the Carter Broadcast Group, the oldest Black-owned radio company in the United States.
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Moody Bible Institute of Chicago held the inauguration for Dr. Rick Melson to be the 11th presidential of of the institution on Friday 10/16.
“For 140 years, the Lord has faithfully guided Moody through generations of leaders who have remained anchored in God’s Word and committed to our mission of preparing people for their gospel-centered purpose and calling,” said Richard Warren, chair of Moody’s Board of Trustees. “Today we celebrated God’s faithfulness and asked him for wisdom, guidance and blessing upon Dr. Melson’s leadership. We are grateful to everyone who prayed for the presidential search and we look forward to what the Lord will do in this next season of Moody’s ministry.”
Dr. Melson’s tenure as the 11th president began on Aug. 17, 2026. He succeeds Dr. Mark Jobe, whose faithful leadership over the past seven years strengthened Moody’s spiritual foundation, organizational health and financial stability, while positioning the ministry for continued Kingdom impact.
“To stand before you as the eleventh president is one of the greatest honors of my life,” began Dr. Melson in his inaugural address. “I recognize all the people behind me and the shoulders I stand on. I receive this responsibility with profound gratitude but also with a deep sense of stewardship.”
The previous four presidents of Moody—Dr. Mark Jobe, Dr. Paul Nyquist, Dr. Michael Easley, and Dr. Jospeh Stowell—were present for today’s inauguration.
“Moody must continue to say ‘yes.’ We must prepare, go, preach, teach and take the gospel wherever God sends us. As we do, I pray that these three words will continue to characterize us—courage, clarity, and compassion.” Dr. Rick Melson, 11th president of Moody Bible Institute
Dr. Melson comes to Moody after having served as president of Southwest Baptist University in Bolivar, Missouri. He is a devoted follower of Jesus Christ, an experienced Christian higher education executive and a gifted communicator with more than 30 years of leadership in higher education.
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The Christian Music Conference returns to APRA AMCOS in Sydney on March 5, 2027, for its second annual one-day, ticketed event.
CMC brings together Australia’s Christian music community—artists, writers, producers, worship and creative pastors releasing original music, industry professionals (labels, publishers, radio programmers, DSPs, managers, marketers, touring teams), and those aspiring to enter the field. Its goal is to Grow the Genre and Advance the Gospel through insight, connection, and conversation about the future of Christian music.
Founded by Australian Christian artist manager Cameron Gullo (drawing on his experience across labels, publishers, and management in Australia and the US), the conference builds on the inaugural 2026 gathering that first united artists and creatives with industry leaders to bridge the gap between church and the broader music industry.
HisAir Christian Radio & Records Industry News TIMELINE – Oct 16, 2017
Michael Tedesco segues from Director of Business Development with EMF to Sales Manager at WAWZ/New York ( Star 99.1). Michael will replace Lorraine Shaw who is retiring this fall. Prior to EMF Michael was with KCMS/Seattle (Spirit 105.3). His first day in the building is October 30.
HisAir Christian Radio & Records Industry News TIMELINE – Oct 17, 2022
The Christian Radio & Records community is converging on Nashville for GMA Dove Week. A lot of fun and activities take place leading up to Tuesday’s Dove Awards and the one who does is best id Record Promoter Chris Hauser. Day 1 of the GMARadioTour22 included the Rocketown GMA Awards Worship Night – and then to the house in Franklin, TN where DC Talk recorded “Jesus Freak” and early Gotee projects. Day 2 music was provided by Integrity Music artists.
Milestones:
Jack Larkin 17 years at WRBS/Baltimore
10/17
Garrick Whitehead 20 years at K-LOVE
Rick Killingsworth 32 years at Salem Web Network
Doug Day 10 years at Spirit FM/VA/WV/NC
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