Industry News Bits TUE 11/18/25
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The OCT PPM from Nielsen is complete. NOV release starts 12/2. Go HERE for latest PPM ratings.
AQH Share for Persons 12+, Mon-Sun 6AM-Mid OCT
WYKV/Albany – 1.0
WKLZ/Syracuse – 1.2
WNFR/Port Huron, MI (Hope FM) has hired Todd Stach to their team as Program Director. Stach replaces Brett Hager who is exiting the station to serve as APD/morning host at Gateway Creative Broadcastings new Worship station starting 12/1. Full Story HERE.
Hope Media Group (HMG), announces several key additions and promotions within its growing Digital Team. Moises Vergara, who has been with Hope Media Group for 2 years, has been promoted to Manager of Video. Rebecca Malonson, a team member of 6 years, has been promoted to Manager of Social Media. Over the last several months, they’ve each brought enchanced structure, process, and leadership to the team, raising the standard and quality of HMG’s creative output.
Farrington added, “These talented individuals bring passion, creativity, and experience that will continue to elevate how Hope Media Group connects with audiences in meaningful ways”. “We’re thrilled to see how their leadership and gifts will strengthen our digital impact and bring our audiences closer to Jesus.
Christian Radio veteran Jim McDermott checks in with HisAir. Jim is now directing Connect Media Ministries announces he has rebranded his streaming worship station as TheWorshipStation.org.
“This change was needed because our old name, ElevateWorship.online was often confused with the many other “elevate” associations”, McDermott explained. “The Worship Station pretty much says exactly what we are.”
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Praise the Lord! TWR’s John Summerville reports that since 2020, US radio stations partnering with TWR have raised funding for over 21,000 wind-up and solar-powered radios for Africa. John wants to say “Thank You” to all of the good radio friends and their generous listeners for their passion for getting Jesus into the ears, minds, and hearts of so many who could never afford their own radio.
Every month, the National Association of Gospel Radio (NAGR) community comes together for conversation, connection, and the powerful exchange of ideas that keep gospel radio strong. You’re invited to be part of this month’s gathering. Featured guests—Pastor Donnie McClurkin and Elder David Bratton—will share new music, personal reflections, and the message behind their latest releases. Whether you’re an on-air personality, program director, artist, or gospel supporter, this is a conversation you’ll want to be in the room for.
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HisAir Christian Radio & Records Industry News TIMELINE – Nov 18 2022
A group from MEDIAlliance International recently visited Iceland to teach at a conference.
Ambassador’s Lee Ann Jackson told HisAir, “I’ve just returned from Iceland with Ron Harris and others on the MEDIAlliance team – in awe of God’s majestic handiwork in the beauty that is Iceland and humbled by brothers and sisters in Christ sharing the Gospel in Iceland in churches, through radio and social media. It was a great conference coming alongside fellow Christian communicators to further encourage and equip them to share Christ!”
Pictured below Kyle Gilbert, Lee Ann Jackson, Bryan Bailey, & Ron Harris.
Milestones:
Aaron Cunningham 1 year at Pillar Media
KYTT/Coos Bay, OR celebrates 47 years on the air t
Jeff Akin passed 1 year ago today
Prayer List:
Lori Cline
Adam Hannan
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