Industry News Bits FRI 4/4/25
Fundraisers this week .. Family Life Radio/Tucson .. KKEQ/Grand Forks .. WELL/Opelika, AL .. K-LOVE .. Go Mix/NC .. WBNH/Pekin .. KTIS/Minneapolis .. Sound of Life/Lake Katrine .. Let us know when your Station Fundraiser takes place… news@hisair.net
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AQH Share for Persons 12+, Mon-Sun 6AM-Mid – FEB
KXOJ/Tulsa – 6.4
KGBI/Omaha – 2.3
KXOJ/Tulsa has secured the #1 spot for 12+ listeners for the sixth consecutive month.
KXOJ Brand Manager Kevin Davis tells HisAir, “It’s a privilege to work with such a high level dedicated team. Their tireless efforts result in an outstanding radio product. Tulsa has a significant faith community, and we’re honored to connect with them and everyone seeking hope. We all take this commitment very seriously.”
KNWS/Waterloo, IA (Life 101.9) announces the addition of Seth Baron as the station’s new Engagement Director and Evening On-Air Host. Seth joined the team on March 31, bringing with him a passion for ministry, community engagement, and a heart to share the hope of Jesus throughout Eastern Iowa.
A graduate of Olivet Nazarene University with a degree in Marketing, Seth has spent the past several years serving as a worship leader and investing in local church communities. His journey has been marked by a deep commitment to helping others feel seen, known, and inspired to grow in their faith.
“I’m excited to join the Northwestern Media family as the Engagement Director at Life 101.9”, Seth shared. “This role offers the incredible opportunity to combine my passion for the gospel with connecting deeply with people, helping to boldly proclaim the hope we have in Christ Jesus.”
Program Director Jessie Browning expressed her enthusiasm for Seth’s arrival, saying, “Seth is passionate about connecting with people and sharing the hope of Jesus with them. I know he’s going to do a great job building relationships in the community and making an impact for the Kingdom. I’m excited he’s joining the team!”
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Southern Gospel Music Association (SGMA) board members Wayne Haun, Rick Shelton and Aaron Rich were on hand at The Grand Ole Opry April 3rd to deliver special news to Duane Allen of The Oak Ridge Boys. Aaron Rich here addressing the Opry crowd.
Class of 2025 official induction ceremony will be at the National Quartet Convention on Tuesday, September 23 in Pigeon Forge, TN.
Established in 1994, the SGMA is a professional association of artists, songwriters, industry associates, and fans, founded to preserve and our history and heritage, and to promote the future of Southern Gospel Music.
HisAir INDUSTRY NEWS TIMELINE – April 4, 2018
KSBJ/Houston (KSBJ Educational Foundation) has promoted Joe Paulo to President and General Manager of 89.3 KSBJ and 91.7 NGEN Radio. Paulo replaces longtime KSBJ GM Tim McDermott who exited the station last month. Paulo joined KSBJ last October as the Vice President of Operations, overseeing KSBJ and NGEN radio programming, marketing and promotions.
“The opportunity to share life-changing hope in and around Houston has never been greater and I’m already so inspired by the passion and skills of our KSBJ/NGEN/Special Events/Ticket Servant team to do that every single day,” reflected Paulo. “I’m thankful for such a rich history of success and impact here over so many years and yet I also believe our best days are still to come. God has brought each of us here in His perfect timing to serve together as the Voice of Hope and I could not be more excited about the months and years ahead!”
HisAir INDUSTRY NEWS TIMELINE – April 5, 2018
KSBJ/Houston has upped its APD Troy West to Program Director. West replaces Ty McFarland who exited last month to join KCMS/Seattle (Spirit 105.3) as PD.
“Troy is the standout among all of the candidates for this position,” shares Joe Paulo, President and GM of KSBJ Educational Foundation. “He exhibits not only a passion for KSBJ’s mission and its talented programming staff, but he also possesses the right set of skills, experience, qualities and a dogged determination to further grow KSBJ’s amazing impact. I’m super-excited to see the growth that is going to take place under his leadership!”
Milestone:
Joe Paulo 7 years at Hope Media Group
Worship 24/7 acquires KYOZ/Spokane 3 years ago
KJTM/Lincoln (Tim FM) turns 5 today
Morgan Smith 9 years at KSBJ/Houston
Adam Winkler 1 year at Encouragement Media Group/Tyler
Mark Dickey 7 years at WKNZ/Harrington/Dover, DE
Jose Luis 3 years at Vida Unida/Houston
Brian Fuller 16 years at WVYN/Wayne City, IL
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Terese Main celebrates 15 years at Family Life/Bath, NY
Jack Mortenson passed away 4 years ago
NayNay Parker 3 years at RadioU/Columbus
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