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Nielsen JULY 2024 PPM is complete. Go HERE for latest PPM ratings. Aug due 9/3.
AQH Share for Persons 12+, Mon-Sun 6AM-Mid – JULY
WKDD HD2/Akron – 0.9
WSPO/Charleston – 1.3
Today – August 20 – National Radio Day recognizes the great invention of the radio. Celebrate the news, information, music, and stories carried across the airwaves. Check out the pictures posted on the HisAir FB page HERE
Crystal Thornton joins K-LOVE as National News Anchor and Public Affairs Anchor. She will be based in Franklin, TN.
Previously Crystal was morning co-host at KFIS/Portland (104.1 The Fish). After 7+ years she exited in May this year.
As the 2024 Democratic National Convention kicked-off Monday, SRN News U.S. Senate correspondent Bob Agnew (pictured in the Salem Radio Network broadcast booth) was anchoring live newscasts which will focus on Vice President Kamala Harris. Prior to Harris becoming Vice President, Agnew frequently covered her when she served as a U.S. Senator from California. Agnew’s reports on Harris grilling Supreme Court nominees Brett Kavanaugh and Amy Coney Barrett drew praise from his network colleagues on Capitol Hill for their fairness and insight.
“Bob Agnew’s up-close-and-personal knowledge of Kamala Harris from covering her in the Senate bring a rich depth to his coverage of her ascendancy to the 2024 Democrats nominee for President,” says Tom Tradup, Vice President/News & Talk Programming at Salem Radio Network. “Our tag-team of Agnew and SRN News White House correspondent Greg Clugston already is delivering DNC 2024 coverage that’s second to none in radio news.”
In addition to live updates on breaking news from Chicago, SRN will also provide gavel-to-gavel coverage of DNC sessions all week…as well as live feeds to the acceptance speeches of Vice Presidential nominee Tim Walz on Wednesday evening, and Kamala Harris’s acceptance of the 2024 Democratic Presidential nomination on Thursday evening.
Online internet station WeLit Gospel Radio announces the appointment of Ron Briggs as its new Program Director. Ron brings his nearly 20 years of experience in the gospel music industry to We Lit Gospel Radio whose mission is to inspire and uplift through the power of gospel music.
“We are absolutely thrilled to have Ron Briggs join us as the Program Director for WeLit Gospel Radio,” said Dr. Sybil M Sloan, Station Owner. “As a new station, we wanted someone with the experience, vision, and passion to guide us from day one. Ron’s impressive background and his genuine dedication to gospel music and the community make him the perfect leader to bring our vision to life. We are confident that under his direction, WeLit Gospel Radio will become a powerful voice in the gospel music landscape.”
Reflecting on his new role, Ron Briggs stated, “I am deeply honored to be part of WeLit Gospel Radio. This is a fresh, exciting opportunity to create something special, and I’m eager to bring my experience and passion to this new station. We’re going to make a significant impact by sharing messages of hope, faith, and love through gospel music, reaching hearts and souls around the world.”
HisAir Job Alert sponsored by FaithSearch Partners
WBCL Radio Network has an opening for full-time Midday Show On-Air Talent and Music Director! We’re looking for an energic air talent to join our live and local Midday show in addition to leading our Music Team in selecting, adding and reporting new music. This position will be a direct report to the Program Director.
Educational Media Foundation (EMF) announces the launch of a new women’s ministry called Found Collective. Found Collective launches in October of 2024 with a series of events featuring national speakers, recording artists, and a multigenerational gathering of women who are leaning into Jesus Christ. The goal is to bring together women from all walks of life who are earnestly seeking Him.
The kickoff events feature Lisa Harper, Sadie Robertson Huff, Oneka McClellan, and worship by TAYA and includes stops in: Fort Myers, Fla. – October 20, Cincinnati, Ohio – October 24, Nashville, Tenn. – November 14.
The NAB will honor Salem Media Group CEO David Santrella with the National Radio Award this year during the Marconi Radio Awards at the 2024 NAB Show New York on October 9th.
Santrella’s radio career began in Chicago with WMAQ and WBBM, before moving to Salem in 2001. He rose to Operations Vice President and President of Salem’s Radio division, before becoming President of Broadcast Media. Since starting his tenure as CEO in January 2022, Salem Media Group has expanded its digital arenas with initiatives like Salem Surround, Salem Podcast Network, SalemNOW, and Salem News Channel.
HisAir NEWS FLASHBACK – Aug 20, 2021
Today three-time GRAMMY nominee Danny Gokey releases his new studio album, Jesus People (Capitol CMG). Leading up to this release, Gokey has been releasing songs and music videos from the album showcasing his musical diversity and eclectic style. Throughout the project, Gokey’s songs touch on love, gratitude, and truth.
Milestones:
Chris Thompson 4 years at KGGN/Hemet, CA
Melissa Dikau 3 years at iHeartMedia/Nashville
Lindsey Crane 3 years at Awakening Events
Charles Burge 1 year at Leading The Way w/Dr Michael Youssef
Andrew Adams 1 year at Stephens Media Group
Kim Harrison 6 years at Hope Media Group
Samantha Arana 2 years at WGTS/Wash DC
Prayer List:
Susan O’Donnell
