Industry News Bits THU 3/12/26

Fundraisers this week  .. KEEH/Spokane .. WRBS/Baltimore .. WCIF/Melbourne .. THE JOY FM/Tampa .. Sound of Life/NY .. WCIC/Peoria .. Moody Radio/Chicago .. GoMix/Goldsboro, NC .. Let us know when your Station Fundraiser takes place… news@hisair.net

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JAN Nielsen PPM release is complete. Go HERE for latest PPM ratings. Feb PPM arrives starting March 23rd.

AQH Share for Persons 12+, Mon-Sun 6AM-Mid JAN 26
WALC/Charleston – 1.9
WSPO/Charleston – 1.0
KLVM/Monterrey – 1.8
WKLZ/Syracuse – 1.3

WGTS /Wash DC announces that morning drive co-host Summer Shepherd is moving to lead host of afternoon drive.

Summer joined WGTS in Feb 2023 joining the morning show with host Jerry Woods.

“For a decade afternoons were my home, at a variety of stations. I’m excited to revisit that slot and craft something fresh that connects with this amazing community of listeners, reminding them that they’re loved and not alone. I also look forward to sleeping in a bit. Not gonna lie,” said Shepherd.

Shepherd has nearly 15 years of radio experience. Previously to WGTS she was afternoon host at WNWC/Madison (Life 102.5) for  7 years.

WGTS program director Brennan Wimbish, shared, “Summer has a unique ability to connect with listeners in a meaningful faith-filled way. I’m excited to see her bring that same encouragement and presence to our afternoon drive listeners.”

Summer replaces John Nolan in afternoons who has exited the station. Shepherd will begin afternoons March 23rd. The search for a morning show co-host is in progress.

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Salem Media Group reported a 10% decline in total net revenue for 2025, falling from $237.6 million in 2024 to $212.7 million. The drop followed the company’s sale of its remaining CCM stations to Educational Media Foundation (EMF) at the end of 2024 for $80 million.

The 2025 year-end financials showed a significant swing to a net loss of $34.6 million, compared to net income of $16.2 million in 2024. This included an operating loss of $39.7 million and a $25.2 million impairment charge on broadcast assets.

The $80 million CCM station sale generated a pre-tax gain of $11.1 million, and EMF also agreed to a $10 million marketing deal over five years to promote its stations and events on Salem’s platforms. Separately, the sale of Salem’s Honolulu radio cluster for $2 million resulted in a pre-tax loss of $4.1 million.

The steepest revenue declines occurred in broadcast advertising, largely due to the divestiture of the CCM stations and broader market pressures:

• Local spot advertising fell from $33.2 million in 2024 to $17.8 million in 2025.
• National spot advertising dropped from $11.9 million to $4.9 million.
• Network advertising dipped slightly from $18.6 million to $18.1 million.
• Overall broadcast advertising revenue declined from $63.6 million to $40.8 million (approximately 36% decrease).

Digital revenue provided some offset, rising from $47.1 million to $54.1 million (with broader digital segments, including advertising, streaming, and subscriptions, increasing to $88.4 million overall, up about 5.5% in some breakdowns). Despite the losses, the asset sales enabled major debt reduction, strengthening the company’s balance sheet heading into the future.

WAPN/Holly Hill, FL (91.5 Word & Praise)  expands the Trinity Rock Hour from Trinity Music & Media to air on Saturday and Sunday at 6pm.  

Produced in Daytona Beach, the show blends high energy rock music with messages centered on faith, perseverance, and the impact of Jesus Christ in everyday life. With growing listener interest, the program will now air multiple times each week, so listeners have more opportunities to hear it.

Tallahassee based Faith Radio is selling two AM / FM translator combinations covering Panama City and much of Bay County, FL. Both are available for immediate purchase. The stations are currently on the air, have excellent equipment, and are well-maintained. Both of these stations have excellent coverage. Asking price is $180,000 for each combo or $325,000 for both. You must say you saw this on HisAir to get the special price.

Complete equipment lists and coverage maps are available from Scott Beigle, 850-201-1070 or by email: scott@faithradio.us.

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During Medellín’s commemoration of Red Hands Day—an international day dedicated to raising awareness about the recruitment and use of children and adolescents in armed groups—civil and military authorities publicly recognized the significant impact of the Seventh-day Adventist Church’s Adventist World Radio (AWR) Colombia.

The event, held on February 22, 2026, at Parque de las Banderas near Atanasio Girardot Stadium, drew around 2,000 participants. These included civil officials, military representatives, educators, social organizations, community leaders, and families, all united in their commitment to safeguarding vulnerable youth.

Major Tovar Camilo Rodríguez, of the Colombian National Army says, “Radio is the channel that carries messages to the deepest parts of Colombia, to areas that are difficult to reach and where other media do not always arrive. You are doing a tremendous job and are essential in proclaiming this important message.”

NRB Members are invited to join a special conversation with nationally syndicated radio host, author, and lecturer Dennis Prager on Friday, March 20 at 12 p.m. ET as he discusses his latest book, “If There Is No God… The Battle Over Who Defines Good and Evil.”

In this discussion, Prager draws on history, philosophy and, critically, reason, to examine why this question is at the heart of many of today’s most contentious issues, and why it matters for those called to communicate truth in the public square.

Register HERE

HisAir Christian Radio & Records Industry News TIMELINE – March 12, 2021

Rodney Baucom has been announced as the new host for the long-running “The Gospel Greats” syndicated radio show. “The Gospel Greats” is the most popular syndicated weekly radio show in Southern Gospel Music and is carried on well over 100 radio stations across America. Baucom replaces program founder Paul Heil who passed away in December. 

Paul’s wife, Shelia Heil said, “We are excited for the future and happy to welcome Rodney Baucom as the new host of ‘The Gospel Greats’ radio program. We’ve worked with Rodney over the years and know his abilities in broadcasting and his dedication to presenting the Gospel through the medium of Gospel music and radio.”

Milestones:
Rodney Baucom 5 years at The Gospel Greats
Sarah Taylor celebrates 23 years at KCMS/Seattle
Kevin Sparkman 2 years at WieRok Entertainment

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