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The April 2025 PPM release starts today. Look for Day 1 markets Dallas, Houston, Atlanta & more. Go HERE for latest PPM ratings.
After 24+ year WRBS/Baltimore (Bright FM) Director of 48Live Mike Alley is leaving the station.
Christian FM Media Group welcomesaward-winning communicator Kim Fitz to the Christian FM family. She joins the “Today’s Christian Music” network, carried on 167 stations nationwide, anchoring middays with her signature blend of warmth, clarity, and purpose-driven content. Christian FM Media acquired the heritage CCM syndication network from Salem Media on February 1.
With decades of experience and a reputation for creating calm in the chaos and connection in the noise, Kim brings a transformative presence to the Christian FM lineup. Her career includes standout roles at top-tier CCM stations within the Salem Media Group, where her ability to engage and uplift has made her a listener favorite across markets.
“I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to join Christian FM! It’s an honor to have this platform to not only entertain but also to bring people closer to God, offer encouragement, and hopefully make someone smile every day. This journey is a reminder of the power of faith, connection, and positivity, and I’m thrilled to continue this mission with all of you.” – Kim Fitz
Affiliates now have access to a midday show that is more than just music — it’s an intuitive, uplifting experience engineered to engage and leave a lasting impact. The Christian FM Media Group is America’s #1 provider of content to Christian music radio, now serving well over 400 radio stations daily across the U.S. and Canada. With 3 distinct music formats available, advanced delivery platforms, and America’s best-loved personalities, Christian FM’s mission-first approach equips local stations to compete and thrive in the CCM format.
For more information contact Geoff Moore, National Affiliations Director — Geoff@SmartRadioSuite.com 800.350.5770 www.ChristianFMMedia.com
HisAir JobAlert – sponsored by FaithSearch Partners
River Radio Ministries has a passion to show people who Jesus really is. We want to make the communities we serve a better place to live by providing radio and digital content, chaplains services, events and outreach ministry that is Uplifting & Encouraging®. We’re looking for a person who loves Jesus and loves creating video content. This position works with everyone from our On-Air Team to Sales, Social Media, Promotions, Donor, and more creating a wide variety of short and longform video content.
If interested go HERE
The JOY FM/Florida will go on the air WRBA/Panama City (95.9) this Friday May 30th.
According to The JOY FM/Alabama GM Mark Giles, “The station had been damaged by Hurricane Michael and had struggled to rebuild in the aftermath. God allowed us to purchase it and we’re excited about the new frequency, 95.9 Panama City/Emerald Coast area joining The JOY FM listening family! God is good!”
The previous owner was RoRo Investments, LLC, and it was mainstream classic rock format.
HisAir INDUSTRY NEWS TIMELINE – May 19, 2023
After 24 years on the RadioU/Columbus morning showNikki Cantuannounced she will be stepping down from the show, but remain with the station.
The RadioU Network Operations Manager says, “During this past year, I have been diagnosed with a very rare medical condition. In order to live a longer, healthier life, I need to make some changes – and those changes will affect my RIOT life. The doctors have been repeatedly telling me that I need to stop talking for hours every day, live in a better climate for my condition, and be closer to specialists. Sadly, this means that I must take a step back from my daily time with The RIOT. I will still continue my off-air work with RadioU, and I plan to come back to pop in on the show as often as I can!”
Milestone:
Precious Dyson 4 years at WPER/Fredericksburg
Rahny Taylor 5years atEMF
Prayer List:
Bekah Eaker
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