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BITS: WRXT/Lynchburg (Spirit FM) joined forces with ministry partner, Love INC., inviting folks to make a difference in the lives of their friends and neighbors with “Love Your Neighbor Day”, (pictured left) it all kicked off with praise and worship in the parking lot, & giant boxes of doughnuts and bagels, as teams armed with paint, power tools, fresh lumber, and love were each assigned to six locations... KLIX/De Queen, AR is now a full-time CCM station using Salem’s Today’s Christian Music Format featuring Karen Kingsbury in Afternoons and Night Light With Andrea in Evenings... The GMA announces MercyMe's Bart Millard and Lacrae will be co-hosts for the 45th Annual GMA Dove Awards taking place on Oct 7th in Nashville... (8/27)

WZFJ/Pequot Lakes, MN (104.3 The Pulse) Program Director and Morning Show Tim Norton has been hired as Operations Director for WAY-FM/Fort Myers. Tim tells us, "It's been a pleasure to have led the re-building process at 104.3 The Pulse in central Minnesota over the past 7 plus years, so to say I'm excited to be making the move to Operations Director at Southwest Florida's WAY-FM in an understatement! Hmmm, 90 days of subzero temperatures in Minnesota or 365 days of fun in sunny Florida? Let's think about that for just a second.... but only a second. Look out Southwest Florida, here I come!" Tim will start his new job Sept 15th... (8/27)

Former K-LOVE mid-day host Amanda Carroll (left) is taking over afternoons for Christian FM client stations. Beginning in September the Amanda Carroll show will launch coast to coast. “Amanda is one of the brightest talents in Christian radio, and we are delighted to add her to the amazing team assembled at Christian FM”, said Jon Hamilton, Christian FM President. “She is a true encourager and knows how to build a radio audience.” The Amanda Carroll show will be fully customized for each station via Christian FM/Westwood One’s excusive STORQ technology. STORQ allows freshly cut custom voice tracks to be delivered minute by minute to automation hard drives in almost real time. The show will also be available via same-day FTP for stations using other automation systems. Christian FM is America’s premier content provider for independent Contemporary Christian formatted radio stations. “Christian FM is not a branded network looking to broadcast national content over local stations”, explains Hamilton. “We are an invisible partner bringing incredible talent like Amanda and important resources to some of the country’s best Christian stations. We help local stations compete, succeed, and super serve their own communities. Christian FM playlists and personalities are heard on scores of top quality radio stations nationwide and on a growing list of overseas outlets. The Amanda Carroll show will air weekdays 2-7 Central. The show will be based in California. (8/26)

HisAir.Net hears WZFJ/Pequot Lakes, MN (104.3 The Pulse) Program Director and Morning Show Tim Norton, has been hired as Operations Director for WAY-FM/Fort Myers... more details coming. (8/26)

KPVR/St. Louis (BOOST 101.9) welcomes new night personality J-Bo to the station’s line-up. She joins BOOST from WPOZ/Orlando (Z-88.3) & WPOZ HD2/Orlando (HOT 95.9). J-Bo will be live and local, starting Monday September 15^th. BOOST PD Mike Couchman says “J-Bo has a natural knack for connecting with a diverse, young audience. We see a lot of potential and can’t wait to hear J-Bo unpack it! Big ups to Dean, Tate, Tim, and the Z/HOT team for the solid foundation they gave her.” For her part, J-Bo says “I’m excited and nervous to be starting this new journey! I’ll miss my WPOZ family who I’ve learned so much from. Forever grateful to Carol, Tate, Dean and the Z airstaff for taking me under their wing.” (8/25)

WPOZ/Orlando (Z88.3) announces some staff changes. Effective Monday 8/25 Jennifer Winborn comes off the air to become APD/Music Director. Suzanne Lynn exits middays to join Dean O'Neal in afternoon drive. And Tracy Leek, who has been a part of Z88.3 Mornings for the last couple of years, will be moving to Z88.3 Middays. (8/22)

BITS: According to the Nielsen Audio Spring 2014 (non-commercial religious subscribers) PPM Markets Only M-S 6a-Mid ranks KSBJ/Houston #1 with 22,100 people listening during an average quarter, KTIS/Minneapolis is #2 on the list, see the entire list here... Christian FM adds Pam Lundell and Terese Main to host a weekend shows for Christian FM Client stations. "We are very excited to have both Pam and Terese on our team bringing their amazing talents to our listeners each weekend." Paul Tipton, Operations Manager... WUCG/Blairsville, GA has gone on the air, playing southern gospel, country gospel, cowboy gospel and bluegrass gospel... (8/22)

Rick McConnell's Monumental Studios and Brad Fisk's Fisk Media Services are forming an Alliance to “Super Serve” small to medium Christian Radio. They will continue operating their companies as independent entities. However, this alliance will allow stations to take advantage of these combined services to improve on-air programming year around and receive practical help in raising the yearly budget. Together they become a full service resource to help grow a station’s broadcast ministry to the next level. Rick will focus on the programming and content consulting. Brad will focus on all fund-raising aspects and be available for short and long term strategic planning consulting.

“Brad and I are excited to be able to increase our service offerings to our existing station clients, while inviting additional stations to take advantage of our combined 76 plus years of industry experience,” cites Rick. Brad commented, “We are going to continue focusing our services on the small to medium market Christian formatted radio station and will continue to offer a pricing structure that makes our services very affordable.” For more information visit their websites at www.fiskmediaservices.com and http://www.monumentalstudiosdenver.com or call 719-488-0855
719-572-9998... (8/21)

BITS: Mike Gallagher, host of SRN's Mike Gallagher Show, has called on his audience to rally behind local law enforcement from coast to coast, he's asking his audience to “turn a negative into a positive” by donating to his Gallagher’s Army Fallen Officer Fund the charity providing funds to families of officers killed in the line of duty, and also is distributing nationwide a Gallagher’s Army First Responders Bible to both police departments and other emergency personnel... WYPH, Hartford (Y102.5) is now a reporting station for BDS/Billboard... The FCC has granted Rhema Gospel Radio, Inc., a non-profit Christian Internet station, a construction permit to build a 100-watt low-power FM radio station in Cypress, TX (Houston) on 101.5 FM with call letters KOER-LP... (8/20)

Brant Hansen tells HisAir.Net that his new podcast "The Brant & Sherri Podcast" went to #1 in the religion section of iTunes. And got as high as #30 overall, beating out notables like Bill Maher, several NPR podcasts, etc. Brant says, "I don't understand how they compute these things, but I think it says something about how connected we feel to people who let us be part of their lives. It's also awesome because we're using about $26 worth of equipment, and 'broadcasting' from my back patio, next to our grill." (8/18)

BITS: At KAXL/Bakersfield (Life FM) The Afternoon Joy Ride team of Matt Pelishek and Aaron Perlman were asked to do the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge by morning host Dan Schaffer, click here to watch the video, now Matt and Aaron challenged DC Talk to reunite for an Ice Bucket Challenge... In response to the tragic loss of Robin Williams WCVO/Columbus (104.9 the River) invited listeners dealing with depression and anxiety to call in and speak with their Team Pastor John Moriarty, several phone calls were received, in addition a video was posted to the WCVO facebook page and quickly became the station’s most viewed video to date getting over 9,000 views and 248 people shares... Hope For The Heart and KCBI/Dallas are partnering to offer an anti-bulling initiative called “StopStandUp to Bullying” to educate and equip parents, educators, and youth and children’s pastors on this important topic, Morning Show hosts Jeff Taylor & Rebecca Carrell will share facts about the impact of bullying and interview educators, students and civic leaders about bullying... (8/18)

BITS: The 45th annual GMA Dove Awards were announced today, click here for list of all nominees... Dave Armstrong is retiring from Salem Communications at the end of September, he has managed the Los Angeles, New York and San Diego clusters during his 20 yrs. with Salem... All July Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here, August due out starting Sept, 2nd, the latest ratings on HisAir.Net is sponsored by Curb Records... (8/13)

BITS: WFHM/Cleveland (95.5 The Fish) morning co-host Brooke Taylor is exiting the station after 10 years, a search for her replacement has already begun check the jobs page for listing... Tom Carter joins KTLF/Colorado Springs ( Light Praise Radio) for weekend on air work... Christian comedian Darren Marlar performed his final standup comedy performance last Fri 8/8, he steps away from comedy to focus on his new TV comedy show currently in pre-production called “Rock And a Hard Place”... (8/11)

KWFC/Springield PD Kyle Dowden checks in with HisAir.Net to let us know some great ratings news regarding Nightlite with Andrea. Kyle says, "Our male audience (12+) during this time slot has shot up dramatically, with a 189% increase from the average of the past two years. Our female audience (12+) saw a 31% increase over the two year average, and also beat Delilah by a thousand listeners. Our total audience (45+) saw a 79% increase over the two year average, and we are #3 in the market for that demographic. Men (45+) saw a 215% jump on the two year average. Women (45+) saw a 21% increase verses the two year average. In all of our 45+ numbers, we have had better numbers than the Clear Channel station for the past year and a half. But, this report leaves them in the dust." Wow! (8/11)

BITS: Glenn Goodwin joins KWND/Springfield (88.3 The Wind) for weekend on air work starting Aug 16th...The WCRF/Cleveland main transmission line was severed on Tuesday, August 5th forcing them to operate at low power... Salem’s Q2 radio revenues gained 1.8%, Internet and e-commerce revenue jumps 45%, from $9.9 million to $14.4 million... All July Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here, the latest ratings on HisAir.Net is sponsored by Curb Records... (8/8)

JULY PPM RATINGS DAY 4: Nashville, Austin & more... KFMK 4.8... WNNL 4.1... WAYM 1.6... WAYF 2.8... WRMB 1.8... WHAL 8.2... Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here. The latest ratings on HisAir.Net is sponsored by Curb Records. (8/7)

JULY PPM RATINGS DAY 3: Las Vegas, Orlando & more... WPOZ 6.7... KFIS 3.0... WRCM 2.8... WCVO 3.3... KSOS 3.8... WJNW 3.3... Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here. The latest ratings on HisAir.Net is sponsored by Curb Records. (8/6)

BITS: WLCQ/Springfield, Ma (The Q 99.7) PD Nate Thomas checks in to let us know the stations overall audience size has doubled since Spring of 2013, the station has been on the air for almost 8 years... KFIM/Carroll, IA (102.1 FM) is aiming to be on the air with a CCM format by the end of this year, the station plans to carry Salem's "Today's Christian Music" programming... July PPM day 3 numbers will be released and posted later today... (8/6)

JULY PPM RATINGS DAY 2: DC, Seattle, Tampa, & more... AQH 6+ WGTS 3.4... KCMS 4.8... KTIS 4.7... WCIE 2.6... WRBS 4.5... Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here. The latest ratings on HisAir.Net is sponsored by Curb Records. (8/5)

KFSH/Los Angeles (95.9 The Fish) PD Chuck Tyler checks in with HisAir.Net to let us know about their ‘Fish Talent Search’. Chuck needs to replace former PM Drive host Rob Wagman who exited for the National PD position at WAY FM. Chuck says "We are throwing the net very wide, and looking not only in the industry, but also in the community. We may find a Social Media Star, a speaker, someone that is just great at communicating and connecting in a related industry. Or just a charismatic next door neighbor. Who knows?"

Chuck officially begins this Social Media campaign today with a Facebook post. Applicants will be able to submit their story or links in the comment section of that post. Go to: thefishla.com and click on the ‘Talent Search’ button. You can briefly tell your story, give them a link for audio or video…whatever you would like to submit….Go for it… The First ever Fish On-Air Talent Search is on!” (8/5)

BITS: Andrea Lyn joins joins WPOS/Toledo (102.3 Proclaim FM) for Morning Show Co-host duties... Family Life/Bath, NY Production Director Kevin VanBuren exits for WMIT/Black Mountain... Trish Heiden, an internal candidate from another department, has taken a Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable position at Family Life Radio/Tucson... (8/4)

JULY PPM RATINGS DAY 1: Dallas, Houston, & more... AQH 6+ KLTY 3.5... KSBJ 4.2... WFSH 5.0... KSGN 2.3... Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here. The latest ratings on HisAir.Net is sponsored by Curb Records. (8/4)

Just a quick note to remind you that today (8/4) is the last day to submit an individual or organization for NRB Award consideration. Here’s the link to the award listing: http://nrb.org/membership/media-awards/categories/ (8/4)

BITS: Tom Taylors "Now" newsletter reports EMF paid $9.5 million for WCCC/Hartford, EMF also buys KURK/Reno... Jimmy Swaggart ministries is buying mainstream country KREK/Bristow, OK for its Sonlife Radio Network... Look for the 1st day release of July PPM numbers posted later today on HisAir.Net... (8/4)

Curb Records and HisAir.Net congratulate WLCQ/Springfield, MA (Q99.7) air personality Leslie Prieto (left) who was awarded the CMB Scholarship to Momentum taking place in Orlando this September... Leslie receives Momentum registration and hotel accommodations. Upon getting the news that her essay was the BIG winner Leslie told HisAir.Net, "Sweet!" Leslie is on the the air mid-days from Noon to 2 and also the promotions director at The Q 99.7. She tells us she also helps with production and has got some coffee making skills since the station got a Keurig! Leslie started in Christian radio volunteering at WAY-FM in Nashville where she met Nate Thomas and Jayar Reeves. From there, it was a move to her first part-time radio gig in Florida. WLCQ is her first full-time radio gig. Momentum takes place Sept 3-6, 2014 at Disney Yacht and Beach Club in Walt Disney World Orlando. (8/1)

WPOZ/Orlando (Z88.3) has launched a new station. The new G106.3, Orlando’s Gospel Music Station went on the air Friday 8/1 at noon. G106.3 is now Orlando’s only home for commercial free Gospel music 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on FM. The signal is the old home to 106.3 The Rock (which has been moved to 103.7 FM). WPOZ now offers four HD channels, including Z88.3, Hot 95.9 (Orlando’s Positive Hip-Hop Channel), 103.7 The Rock (Orlando’s Positive Rock Alternative) and now the NEW G106.3!

The station stunted for 24 hours before launching. When listeners came to 106.3 for the 24 hours prior to the launch, they could hear that the station was under construction as special guest Siri downloaded one new song an hour to build the library. At noon, WPOZ morning co-host Ellis B. Feaster officially welcomed listeners on the air to their new home for Gospel music on G106.3. (8/1)

EMF officially took over mainstream rock WCCC/Hartford and flipped it to KLOVE on Friday Aug 1st. At 5:05 pm the 40 year rock format ended, and the station switched over to "positive and encouraging K-LOVE" playing Matthew West's "Do Something'' as the first song. Watch a news report on local FOX TV here. Details of the sale have not been disclosed. (8/1)

WYQQ/Worcester (The Q90.1) announces the addition of Jen Rose to the team. Jen will be heading up the social media & audio production department at the station. She was previously at WPOZ/Orlando (Z88.3). "Jen's experience working for WPOZ for almost 10 years and bringing her skills to New England excites us!", says WYQQ station manager Ryan Gagner. Jenn tells us "I am super excited to be joining the team at The Q90.1 to do social media and audio production! There isn't a whole lot of local Christian radio in New England, so the fact that this job even exists is a huge gift." (8/1)

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO ENTER!! Curb Records and HisAir.Net are awarding a CMB Scholarship to Momentum taking place in September in Orlando... To enter write a short essay on why you should be awarded the scholarship, or tell us about someone else who should win. Send the entry to ted@hisair.net

... The winner receives Momentum registration and hotel accommodations. Transportation is not provided. All US Christian radio station employees are eligible. Decision of the judges is final. Momentum takes place Sept 3-6, 2014 at Disney Yacht and Beach Club in Walt Disney World Orlando. Deadline to enter is TODAY July 31, 2014. (7/31)

CCM finally is coming to Hartford, CT. According to a report in the Hartford Courant the official announcement isn’t expected until later this week, but the persistent rumors that Hartford’s WCCC 106.9 is being sold appear to be true. Staff including “Miss Klonk” and “J. Raven” were among those advised Wednesday that they were out of jobs as Boston-based Marlin Broadcasting prepares to close on the sale to a not-for-profit organization that operates radio networks specializing in adult contemporary Christian music. According to the newspaper sources, Educational Media Foundation will be the new owner. (7/31)

BITS: Fletch Jonson is the new Promotions & Outreach coordinator at KVNE/Tyler starting Aug 18th... Family Life Radio is launching a #RESTART30 Day Challenge contest to promote listening for 30 days and also encouraging listeners to go to their website to join in the challenge... Salem has named Michael Shiloh new director at KNTH/Houston (1070 The Answer)... (7/30)

With worldwide media attention focused on the current conflict in the Gaza Strip, Salem Radio Network VP/News & Talk Programming Tom Tradup (left) was in New York City on Wednesday evening (7/23) to speak at a reception honoring Haim Gutin (right) the outgoing Israel Tourism Commissioner for North & South America. "Despite what our media 5,700 miles away tell Americans, Israel is open for business," Tradup stated. "On most nights Christians face more real dangers on the streets of Chicago or Washington, D.C. than they would in Jerusalem or Tel Aviv." (7/25)

BITS: KSBJ/Houston air talent Denise Pagano exits to join mainstream KHMX/Houston (Mix 96.5)... Prayers requested for long-time broadcaster and former KWVE/Los Angeles GM of Richard McIntosh who has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, his wife Peggy, and their entire family will certainly be needing our prayers and support... some awesome articles contributed by industry professionals are posted including Bill Lurwick, Glenn Goodwin, John Frost and Bill Scott, or see all the past articles here... (7/25)

It's official KFSH/Los Angeles (95.9 The Fish) PM drive personality Rob Wagman (left) will be exiting the station soon. Wagman has been hired as Network PD at WAY FM replacing Jeff Connell who exited at the end of May. Wagman starts his new position at WAY FM Aug 4th. According to Wagman, "When you're shopping and you try on that shirt, then you look in the mirror to see that it fits as if it were tailor-made for you; this is how it feels to be joining WAY-FM, based in Nashville, in the role of Network Program Director. The position, which allows me to utilize all the skills God has given along my path in this Industry, is also perfect in its timing; as an answer to prayer, allowing my wife, Sarah Lee and me to, be closer to our families before our baby boy is born this coming October.” KFSH PD Chuck Tyler has immediately started his search for a new afternoon talent. Jump over to the HisAir.Net jobs page for the listing. (7/22)

CURE International announced today the hire of former AIR1 personality Brant Hansen as “Storyteller.” Hansen had this to say, “This is a dream job for me. I get to travel the world and play with little kids. Crayons? Puppets? I've got those. I'm ready for this.” Hansen is no stranger to CURE, having partnered with the organization for on-air fundraising campaigns. “What CURE does gives me chills. Always has, since the first time I visited their hospital in Afghanistan. Jesus healed people and proclaimed the Kingdom of God. That's what CURE does,” Hansen said. He continued, “I'm a skeptic by nature, and still long to see, ‘Is God still here? Where is He?’ When I see the little lives changed by CURE, I see that He's very much alive, doing what He's always done, and going where people are desperate for Him.”

In his role as Storyteller, Hansen will communicate through a variety of media, including blogs, speaking engagements, and, radio, relating the stories of the people that CURE helps every day. “My friend, Brant Hansen, is joining the CURE family this week to help share the stories of the children in our hospitals around the world,” said Dale Brantner, President and CEO of CURE. “I continue to be amazed how the Lord brings passionate people to CURE to help us heal kids and tell them and their families about Jesus.” (7/21)

BITS: KAFC/Anchorage adds Night Light with Andrea to its weeknight lineup... Karen Dye has exited her morning co-host slot at KCVO/Camdenton (Spirit FM)... June Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here, the latest ratings on HisAir.Net is sponsored by Curb Records. (7/21)

Former WRXT/Roanoke (Spirit FM) co founder Barry Armstrong has been named general manager of Liberty University's Victory Radio Network. Armstrong and his wife retired from Spirit FM in July 2013. “Barry Armstrong comes to us with an abundant knowledge of the broadcasting industry and with the passion to reach people through radio. We are excited to tap into his decades of career experience as he helps us continue to provide an encouraging service to our growing number of listeners,” said Liberty President Jerry Falwell Jr.

Armstrong stated: “We never saw this coming. My wife and I knew we would continue to engage in ministry ... but to cast a vision for the future of the radio stations founded by a university with such a rich Christian heritage is both humbling and exciting. We are convinced this is in God’s plan." The network consists of the 50kw WRVL/Lynchburg, as well as seven full-power stations and 22 translators in Virginia and North Carolina. Armstrong replaces Jerry Edwards, who retired earlier this year after 30 years of service with the university. (7/17)

The Pillar of Fire Radio Network launches a brand new CCM station WLIR/Hampton Bays, NY (Star 107.1) on Long Island. Starting at noon on August 1, Star 107.1 (star1071fm.com) will bring uplifting music and personalities to a whole new audience of Christian music fans on Long Island. The signal will also be heard on a string of ﬁve translators located in Suffolk and Nassau counties serving a potential audience of 2.3 million radio listeners.

Star 107.1 air staff includes Rich Anderson in mornings, Dawn Wheeler during mid-days, Scott & Sam for the drive home, and Rick Hall for evenings. The playlist includes Casting Crowns, MercyMe, Third Day, Laura Story, Matthew West, the Newsboys, Chris Tomlin, Mandisa and many others. Plus Star 107.1 will include lots of listener interaction, the Live Love campaign and other seasonal promotions, concerts and events. The first event is scheduled with Michael W. Smith at Six Flags Great Adventure on September 13.

WAWZ/New York (Star 99.1) and Star 107.1 General Manager Scott Taylor said, "The mission of Star 107.1 is to "love, honor and serve God, our listeners, supporters and staff." Taylor adds, "Contemporary Christian music is uplifting, offers hope and reminds you of God's love. Starting August 1, Star 107.1 will be a faithful companion bringing hope, joy, encouragement and worship to Long Island radio listeners.” (7/16)

KTSY/Boise has named its morning personality Dave Arthur PD. Arthur replaces Travis Culver who stepped down from programming last week to join New Release Tuesday as Christian Online Radio Program Director but continue to do the KTSY afternoon show. Previously Arthur programmed KFIS/Portland (104.1 The Fish). (7/15)

Electronic media production studio and creative agency i58:10 Media has added Lisa Williams and Rob Matheny to the team. Matheny will serve in the Creative Services department as a radio producer for i58:10 Media. He has worked with CBS Radio, Salem Communications, The Georgene Rice Show, and The Idea Agency. Williams will host radio events around the country, raising money and awareness for i58:10 Media’s ministry clients. Her on-air experience including mornings at K-LOVE and WPOZ/Orlando (Z88.3). Williams says, “It is such an honor to join this team of Jesus-passionate people who want to use radio to help ministries that are selflessly serving all over the world.” (7/15)

BITS: KSBJ/Houston midday personality Jen (pictured at left) is one of the great people I got to spend some time with at the stations staff/prayer meeting last week, Jen let me know she first heard about the on air opening she landed at KSBJ on the HisAir.Net jobs page... WCVO/Columbus (104.9 the River) mascot River Dog recently visited the set of WTTE Fox 28’s Good Day Columbus to promote his upcoming participation in the Dash for Donation Mascot Run... Congratulations to Dean O'Neal and the staff at WPOZ/Orlando (Z88.3) for scoring another #1 AQH 6+... June Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here, the latest ratings on HisAir.Net is sponsored by Curb Records. (7/14)

JUNE PPM RATINGS DAY 4: Nashville, Austin & more... KFMK 5.1... WNNL 4.7... WAYM 1.3... WAYF 4.0... WHAL 7.6... Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here. The latest ratings on HisAir.Net is sponsored by Curb Records. (7/11)

Salem has re-branded its teaching station WYLL/Chicago to “Hope for Your Life”, and launched a new website at 1160hope.com. GM Jeff Reisman says the new “Hope” branding “represents a recommitment to our listeners that we will encourage them in their faith and equip them in their lives.” WYLL recently added afternoon talk host Mark Elfstrand, formerly in mornings at Moody Radio WMB/Chicago. (7/11)

KTSY/Boise PD/afternoons Travis Culver announces he will step down from programming effective Monday 7/14. Travis will join New Release Tuesday as Christian Online Radio Program Director but will continue to do his afternoon show at KTSY. (7/10)

. NRB Radio Chair John Hayden checks in with HisAir.Net to let us know nominations have begun for the 2015 NRB Media Awards. Radio has three categories, the Station of the Year, the Program of the Year, and the Impact Award. The Station of the Year has nothing to do with market size but rather impact and ministry of the station within the community of service. The nomination window is a only four weeks so don't delay! Click here to start the submission process. (7/10)

JUNE PPM RATINGS DAY 3: Las Vegas, Orlando & more... WPOZ 7.3 #1... KFIS 3.4... WRCM 2.4... WCVO 3.3... KSOS 5.0... Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here. The latest ratings on HisAir.Net is sponsored by Curb Records. (7/10)

BITS: Sydney Christian radio station Hope 103.2 has broken the world record for the most people singing live on a radio broadcast when Hope 103.2’s Breakfast duo, Aaron and Dan, led the voices of over 4,000 Hillsong Conference delegates on July 3 with Young & Free's 'Alive'... EMF networks K-LOVE and Air1 will begin using TagStation(R) data services to deliver interactive content to NextRadio(R) enabled FM smartphones giving listeners an enhanced experience... WMCH/Church Hill celebrates 60 years of Christian broadcasting in Northeast Tennessee, the station was founded in May 1954 by the late Thales Wallace... (7/10)

JUNE PPM RATINGS DAY 2: DC, Seattle, Tampa, & more... AQH 6+ WGTS 3.2... KCMS 4.8... KTIS 5.2... Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here. The latest ratings on HisAir.Net is sponsored by Curb Records. (7/9)

JUNE PPM RATINGS DAY 1: Dallas, Houston, & more... AQH 6+ KLTY 4.1 t#3... KSBJ 4.5 #8... WFSH 5.2 t#7... KSGN 3.1 t#6... Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here. The latest ratings on HisAir.Net is sponsored by Curb Records. (7/8)

Amanda Carroll has exited middays at KLOVE and is looking for her next opportunity. Amanda tells HisAir.Net today, "It's an interesting time as I pursue a speaking and writing ministry to connect single moms like myself to God, and continue to pursue broadcasting." You can read her latest writings on her blog. Contact Amanda at amandacarroll76@gmail.com ... Previously Amanda was morning co-host at WGTS/Wash DC and afternoon personality at KSBJ/Houston. (7/7)

WCLN/Fayetteville, NC PD/MD Steve Turley announces he will exit the station July 10th. Tuurley has been with WCLN since June 1988, just 4 years after the station signed on. General Manager Dan DeBruler has accepted Turley's notice, but says he is in no hurry to fill the position. "It's more about finding the right person than hiring a replacement," says DeBruler. "WCLN is long on impacting its audience for the sake of the mission. We want to know we're planting our vision with confidence it will grow." Steve is moving to the hills of North Carolina for family reasons. (7/7)

CMB announces the finalists for the 2014 CMB Station Of The Year Awards. Winners will be announced at Momentum 2014 during the CMB Networking Dinner, Wednesday, September 3rd. Here are the finalists in each category.

Major Market / Network Finalists
Air1/Network
KLTY/Dallas
KTIS/Minneapolis

Large Market Finalists
KFMK/Austin
KJNW/Kansas City
WCVO/Columbus

Medium Market Finalists
KJTH/Ponca City
WMHK/Columbia
WRXT/Roanoke-Lynchburg

Small Market Finalists
KLRC/Fayetteville
KVNE/Tyler
WKNZ/Salisbury-Ocean City
(7/7)

After 3 years in the Air1 afternoon chair Brant Hansen will do his final show Monday July 7th. On his blog at Branthansen.com he posted the following: "Sometimes, when people seem to disappear from media, especially “Christian media”, we suspect the worst, like a moral scandal. Please know there’s nothing like that, here. Of course, I’m still a walking moral scandal – we all are – but no, there’s no Big Story like that, here. It was a very painful decision I made. I know that doesn’t answer the question, but it’s about all I want to say.…except for this: There are some truly wonderful people who work for Air1. So many fun, servant-hearted people, who are there because they view their work as a ministry. I will miss them, dearly. And I’ll miss the show, itself. I’m grieving the loss of it. Working with Sherri (what’s next for her is up in the air, too, as of this writing) has been pure joy." Brants last day with Air1 will be July 11th. Previous to AIR1 Brant was morning personality on WAY FM.

EMF Chief Creative Officer David Pierce told HisAir.Net "We have loved having Brant on Air1 - and wish him nothing but God's best in his next endeavor. I told him I would accept his resignation under protest - but I understand he feels the need to move on, we are excited for Air1 and where we are going." (7/3)

WCVO/Columbus (104.9 The River) announces Josh Hooper will become the stations permanent afternoon personality. Hooper was part of the WCVO morning show until April of 2014 when he stepped down to accept the station’s Director of Brand Audio Position. Hooper will continue his duties as Director of Brand Audio. WCVO Director of Brand Development TJ Holland said, “We were searching extensively for the best person for the job, I’m very happy that the person was already in the building and now Josh can solidify our afternoons.”

Hooper says “My family and I have been so blessed to be a part of the River, and I am excited to continue connecting with listeners here in Central Ohio through such a strong ministry. This music makes a huge difference in people’s lives, and I love the fact that the River uses even more than music to reach out! We have terrific people at 104.9 the River: community relations, web, programming, sales, donor relations, tech and more, and I’m proud to be part of the team!” (7/3)

The Heart Share Group announces the addition a monthly subscription service for radio stations supplies them each month with a video (appx. 30 seconds in length) that is branded for their station with a message that will encourage their listeners. Stations are utilizing these on websites, facebook, twitter, and other social media interaction to spread the message and vision of their station and to provide yet another avenue of connecting with listeners.

“Let’s face it, our listeners are connected with us everywhere, and now more than ever, it is through the digital world and online,” says Eason, Heart Share President. “Our desire is to serve Christian radio with another tool they can use to connect with listeners across a platform other than radio. The other factor that makes this service useful is that the videos can be shared, retweeted, and spread virally through all online platforms.”

For more info email Jack Eason at jack@theheartsharegroup.com Or call 877-291-6501, ext. 4. (7/3)

The NAB 2014 Marconi Radio Awards nominees have been announced. In the Religious Station of the year category the nominated stations are:

KKJM/St Cloud (SPIRIT 92.9)
KKLA/Los Angeles
KLTY/Dallas
KNOM/Nome, AK
WMHK/Columbia, SC

The winner will be named at the NAB Radio Show September 11th in Indianapolis. (7/1)

BITS: Faith Radio/St. Paul adds author, public speaker, syndicated radio host, Austin Hill for morning duties (6-8am) starting July 7... The WBGL/Champaign Morning Show with Tim & Pam went on the road again this summer broadcasting live from local parks... Congratulations to WPSM/Ft Walton Beach MD/mornings on his recent marriage... (7/1)

KZTH/Oklahoma City (The House FM) & KLVV/Ponca City (My Praise FM) 13th annual Kid DJ Day at their studios had a record of 1200 Kid DJs and over 700 adults registered. The House FM and My Praise FM offered free Cherry Berry Frozen Yogurt, bounce houses, face painting, an exotic petting zoo, Freddy's Frozen Custard, comedy illusionist acts, skydivers from Skydive Oklahoma dropping in, a special gospel presentation by storm chaser, Val Castor and more. All children were given the opportunity to take their turn on the radio and received a recording of their radio debut. (6/30)

WONU/Chicago/Indianapolis (Shine.FM) welcomes Johnette Cruz to Mid-days. Prior to becoming the Mid-Day Host on Shine.FM and Communications Director at Mount Pleasant Christian Church, Johnette was the Traffic Anchor for local ABC affiliate RTV6 on Good Morning Indiana. She also served as Promotions Director for WTTS/Indianapolis and worked at Clear Channel Radio as a Promotions Assistant and On-Air Personality for the Indianapolis market. Johnette replaces Bekah Eaker who is now in full-time ministry in Nashville, TN. (6/30)

BITS: Former KNWS/Waterloo (Life 101.9) morning personality Brent Manion has been named Station Manager of WMBW/Chattanooga (moody Radio)... Longtime WORD/Pittsburgh & WPIT/Pittsburgh General Manager Chuck Gratner announces his retirement July 1st... Due to intense interest among Salem NewsTalk and Christian Talk audience members in the Hobby Lobby case, SRN will provide Special Reports live from the US Supreme Court Monday 6/30...Grammy-winning artist Jason Crabb is signing with Reunion Records, part of Provident Label Group, a division of Sony Music... (6/27)

KSBJ/Houston is purchasing KROY/Palacios, Texas, located about 100 miles southwest of Houston, for 350k. KROY is a Class C2 at 99.7. KSBJ Educational Foundation already owns full-power signals licensed to Brenham (KUBJ), Navasota (KWUP), El Campo (KXBJ), Lake Jackson (KYBJ) and Bay City (KZBJ).

Curb Records and HisAir.Net are awarding a CMB Scholarship to Momentum taking place in September in Orlando... To enter write a short essay on why you should be awarded the scholarship, or tell us about someone else who should win. Send the entry to ted@hisair.net

BITS: Brandon Woods joins WMUZ/Detroit as fulltime board op... Salem announces recipients of the 2013 "CEO Circle" award are Natalia Formen of Columbus, Erik Johnson from Denver and Jeff Arnette from Wash, DC, representing the best from Salem's radio efforts in medium, large and major markets, respectively... Capitol Christian Music Group announces the signing of artist and songwriter Dan Bremnes... May Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here, sponsored by Curb Records... (6/25)

KGCB/Prescott has named Fred Young (left) as it's new Program Director. Fred replaces Dan Young who exited last month for Director of Creative Services at SOS radio/Las Vegas. Most recently Young was with KCVO/Camdenton (Spirit FM) serving as the Afternoon Show Host/Assistant in Programming/Music. “With proficiencies in radio production, programming and promotions, Fred Young will be a vital addition to our team,” said KGCB Station manager Sally Barton. “Every step of the way God has provided as we are steadfast in glorifying Him through Christ-centered programming; we look forward to utilizing Young’s extensive expertise.” In addition to his duties as

“I am thrilled to see what God has in store for us, as we step into this new season with Arizona Shine,” said Young. “I am beyond excited to have the opportunity to join such a talented and dedicated staff, all motivated and pulling in the same direction to bring the Arizona Shine community into a deeper knowledge and relationship with Christ!” (6/24)

Family Life Radio announces the hiring of Julia Taylor for midday duties. “I am insanely excited about getting back into radio full time, especially with the wonderful people at Family Life Radio," exclaims Julie, who currently voice tracks for KBMQ/Monroe (88.7 The Cross). In the past she was the morning show co-host at KNWS/Cedar rapids (Life 101.9). Family Life Radio’s Director of Programming Adam Nash Biddell concurs, “It is always satisfying when the right person comes along for an organization at the right time. For Family Life Radio, that person is Julia Taylor and I can’t wait to see what God is going to do with this addition and the great on air team we already have on board.” (6/24)

HisAir.Net hears former K-LOVE and KSBJ/Houston PD Chuck Pryor is exiting EMF to become Executive Director of Joel Osteen Radio launching on Sirius/XM soon. Chucks last day at at EMF July 11, 2014. Chuck says "On July 12th I begin a new venture as the Executive Director of Joel Osteen Radio. A full time radio channel coming exclusively to SiriusXM this September. It’s really a once in a lifetime opportunity and about the only job I can think of that would take me out of my beloved California… I’ll mourn the weather and flat roads later. I’m truly amazed at God’s timing and how He works everything out in His time and in His way… He is faithful." (6/23)

BITS: At KFSH/Los Angeles (95.9 The Fish) morning co-host Lara Scott is moving to middays... John Balyo exits mornings at WCSG/Grand Rapids... There's quite a few choice openings in Christian radio, check out all the listings on the HisAir.Net jobs page... (6/20)

BITS: WFHM/Cleveland (95.5 The Fish) adds Night Light with Andrea to the line-up... WCVO/Columbus (104.9 the River) kicks off its "Vacation Bible School Tour", as the station visits Central Ohio churches and thousands of kids who attend Vacation Bible School... Gotee Records celebrates its 20 year anniversary with the release of special compilation album that is available this week at all digital outlets, for the complete 20-song track-listing check out www.gotee.com/20... (6/18)

CMB announced finalists for the 2014 CMB Special Awards. Winners, which will be voted on by 2014 CMB Gold Members, will be announced at Momentum 2014.

2014 Rob Gregory Community Service Award presented to a Christian Broadcaster, Radio Station or associated professional who, during the past year, has shown outstanding effort in community service. The nominees are...

WEMI/Appleton/Oshkosh/Green Bay
KCBI/Dallas/Fort Worth
KGCB/Flagstaff/Prescott
KTIS/Minneapolis/St. Paul
WBGL/Champaign

2014 Scott Campbell Industry Achievement Award presented to a Christian Broadcaster or associated professional for outstanding and long-term contributions to the growth of Christian Music Radio. The nominees are...

Chuck Finney (Finney Media)
Chris Hauser (Hauser Promotions)
Andrea Kleid (Word Entertainment)
Frank Reed (KLTY/Dallas)
Dr. Paul Virts (Northwestern Media)
(6/18)

Deadly attacks by militants near the Kenyan town of Mpeketoni destroyed an office of Trans World Radio's national partner, Sifa FM, no staff members were harmed. Sifa FM is located on Lamu Island, about 30 kilometers away from the incident, but it has a small office in Mpeketoni. This office was destroyed in the assault. “Our station is on the island, but we have a small office in Mpeketoni donated by one of our listeners,” said Bernice Gatere, director of TWR Kenya. “It is this office which was burnt down along with the entire building. The staff in Lamu are all safe but very shaken. The station manager visited the Mpeketoni area to assess the damage to the small office there.”

Al-Shabab militants from northeastern neighbor Somalia claimed responsibility for the attacks, which killed more than 60 people, while reports say that Kenya’s president believes “local political networks” are the culprits. Last year, al-Shabab attacked a mall in the capital, Nairobi, killing 67. TWR Kenya’s main office, which was not affected by either attack, is in Nairobi. With the nation undergoing a surge in violence, TWR Kenya has produced a number of broadcasts that have called for peace and reconciliation and that have included messages about healing and coping amid traumatic circumstances. More of these will be developed as resources are available, Gatere said. (6/18)

HisAir.Net has learned that KNWS/Waterloo (Life 101.9) PD Rick Hall has been hired as the new Content/Programming manager at WAWZ/New York (Star 99.1) Star 99.1 GM Scott Taylor says, “With a career that includes mainstream and Christian radio for companies like Salem, CBS, SOS and Northwestern Media, I’m excited to see what God has in store for NY metro area radio listeners.”

"I am thrilled to call New York’s Star 99.1 home,” says Rick. “Star 99.1 has long been known as the destination where Christian radio best grows and thrives. That's why I consider it an honor to be a part of such a talented and illustrious team." Hall replaces Therese Romano who joined WAYR/Brunswick and WAYR-AM/Jacksonville as Assistant Station Manager. (6/17)

BITS: Dustin Mills will be exiting WHMX/Bangor (Solution FM) this summer and relocating to the midwest, so OM Tim Collins has begun his search for a replacement, check the listing on the HisAir.Net jobs page... Lauren Libby’s :60 sec program Get Hope and TWR’s new 2-min daily program called Footsteps is now joining the Amb-OS team, stations with Amb-OS are able to download either PSA into their systems for free... Around 100 Christian media and ministry leaders from across the nation gathered in the Washington, DC last week for the spring 2014 Advisory Council Meetings, to plan for the NRB 2015 which will be held February 23-26, 2015, in Nashville, TN... Air1 affiliate KKXX/Chico, CA went off the air last week due to a contract dispute with its property management company, a resolution to the problem is expected... May Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here, sponsored by Curb Records. (6/15)

MAY PPM RATINGS DAY 4: Nashville, Austin & more... KFMK 5.3 t#3... WAYF 3.1 t#8... Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here. The latest ratings on HisAir.Net is sponsored by Curb Records. (6/12)

BITS: Curb Records and HisAir.Net are giving away a CMB Scholarship to Momentum taking place in September in Orlando, we'll have more details soon... In Monroe, LA Media Ministries is purchasing the dark KBYO/Monroe (92.7 FM) from Union Broadcasting for 250k, Media Ministries also owns KBMQ/Monroe (88.7 The Cross)... WCVO/Columbus (104.9 the River) has teamed up with the Columbus Running Company and created its very River Runners who’ll participate in several area 5K’s and enjoy discounts on race registrations and shoes, hang out at race VIP areas, and have the opportunity to train with morning show host Mary O’Brien... Integrity Music has re-signed worship leader Lincoln Brewster... Get the latest Christian radio PPM numbers at HisAir.Net every month here, (the LA numbers have been delayed by Nielson)... (6/12)

MAY PPM RATINGS DAY 3: Las Vegas, Orlando & more... WPOZ 7/9 #1... WCVO 4.1 #8... KSOS 5.9 #3... Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here. The latest ratings on HisAir.Net is sponsored by Curb Records. (6/11)

MAY PPM RATINGS DAY 2: DC, Seattle, Tampa, & more... AQH 6+ WGTS 3.1 #13... KTIS 5.3 #6... KCMS 4.9 #5... Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here. The latest ratings on HisAir.Net is sponsored by Curb Records. (6/10)

MAY PPM RATINGS DAY 1: Dallas, Houston, & more... AQH 6+ KLTY 4.2 t#4... KSBJ 4.59 t#8... Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here. The latest ratings on HisAir.Net is sponsored by Curb Records. (6/9)

May PPM numbers due out later today... and will be posted on HisAir.Net, sponsored by Curb Records. (6/9)

BITS: Pentecostal Life FM is a new Christian radio station on the air in the Malawi capital city Lilongwe, manager, Kelvin Shema, says the station was established in order to bridge existing gaps in the broadcasting industry... Airing weekdays is a new two minute radio program called Bringing Every Thought Captive featuring Dr. Richard Land, President of Southern Evangelical Seminary (SES) in Charlotte, NC... Provident artist Brandon Heath was married in Nashville May 25th... (6/6)

Former KLJY/St Louis (Joy FM) PD Greg Cassidy has joined WPLL/Ocala/Gainesville (The Pulse) for PD and morning show duties. The recruitment of Cassidy shows a significant investment in the projected growth of the area local radio market, said Camellia Pflum, MARC Radio’s General Manager. “To attract a talent and management mind of this caliber speaks well to the potential of the growing audience. We expect listeners to throng to 106.9 FM, and with Greg’s quick wit and on-air presence, we expect them to stay.” WPLL is both locally owned and locally programmed. (6/4)

HisAir.Net and Hit Music research provide free sample music research, click here for the new report... Victory Radio Network/Lynchburg afternoon personality Mark Lamb recently interviewed Phil Keaggy for his Saturday overnight show "Sound Living" to help promote an event coming up this Saturday June 7th in Orlando, listen to the interview here... WCVO/Columbus (104.9 the River) kicks off its 104 Days of Summer Tour visiting the communities each week throughout the summer with prizes etc... (6/4)

2014 CMB award categories including "Station Of The Year" will close this Friday June 6. The CMB Awards also include 2014 CMB Special Awards for Scott Campbell Industry Achievement Award, Rob Gregory Community Service Award and the Rich Mullins Artist Impact Award. To enter 2014 CMB Station Of The Year competition submit the entry online HERE. Eligibility requirements and what is needed for each entry can be found HERE. (6/2)

Trunews (www.trunews.com) has released a new mobile app for its programming, making program and news content available in Google Play, Amazon, and iTunes stores. In the first 48 hours, it had received an amazing 3000 downloads. The new service was also featured as a ‘trending’ app in Google Play on Thursday. “Smartphones are now our #1 radio affiliate,” Said Rick Wiles, host of Trunews, “In today’s world, there is no need for a ministry to spend tens of thousands of dollars each month purchasing airtime on hundreds of radio stations. The best radio receiver is the phone in your hand! Our new app will make it easy for tens of thousands of people to become new Trunews listeners.” To check out the app visit their website. (6/2)

BITS: Curb Records and HisAir.Net are giving away a CMB Scholarship to Momentum taking place in September in Orlando, we'll have more details soon... HisAir.Net is sorry to report the passing of radio voiceover pioneer and entrepreneur Bill Young over the weekend, he never worked in Christian radio but had an influence on so many careers... KDIS/Little Rock (FaithTalk 99.5 FM) has moved to new studios and celebrates with an open house next week, KDIS is the newest Christian Teaching and Talk station in Salem's station line-up of 41 stations in its foundational format. (6/2)

WFIL/Philadelphia is celebrating 20 years in Christian Radio this year. Also WFIL PD Mark Daniels has been with the station 20 years as of 4/7/14, and is marking 34 total years in broadcasting. Pictured at left Morning host Kevin Manna (left) and I onstage at our 20^th Anniversary listener event, which featured Dr. Michael Youssef of Leading the Way and worship leader Charles Billingsley. (5/30)

BITS: Curb Records and HisAir.Net are giving away a CMB Scholarship to Momentum taking place in September in Orlando, we'll have more details soon... Congratulations to KSBJ/Houston GM Tim McDermott is celebrating 23 years at the station... 2014 CMB AWARDS categories are open for entries and nominations, to enter the 2014 CMB Station Of The Year competition submit your entries online HERE, with full entries completed by June 6, 2014. (5/29)

The 2nd Annual K-LOVE Fan Awards has announced the final batch of award winning performers and presenters to participate in the K-LOVE Fan Awards Show taking place this Sunday, June 1 at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville. Performers include Jeremy Camp, Tenth Avenue North, Matt Maher, Kutless, Colton Dixon, for KING & COUNTRY, Rend Collective and Plumb. In addition, Michael W. Smith, Britt Nicole, Scott Stapp, Sidewalk Prophets, The Afters, Newsong, Anthem Lights, Best-Selling author Max Lucado, K-LOVE NASCAR Driver Michael McDowell, Carolina Panthers Linebacker Thomas Davis, Charlotte Bobcats Center Cody Zeller and Louie Giglio will join the list of presenters for the K-LOVE Fan Awards Show. (5/28)

A Christian broadcaster in Serbia is calling for believers around the world to concentrate prayer on the region, where flooding has devastated villages, driven people out of homes and claimed lives.

The destruction in the area formerly known as Yugoslavia has been described as terrifyingly similar to the effects of the Bosnian War, which consumed much of the region in the 1990s. Drasko Djenovic, director of TWR national partner IKONOS in Belgrade, Serbia, reported Monday (May 19, 2014) that whole cities have been left without drinking water and electricity and that concerns have been raised about the possibility of landmines left over from the war being unearthed and swept along by the waters.

Hastening to respond, IKONOS will begin on today (May 21) replacing its regular 9:45 p.m. broadcasts with special programming aimed at those who are struggling amid the disaster and need to hear encouragement and the message that all true security lies in Christ, Djenovic said. “These programs are crisis-oriented but with a spiritual emphasis included,” he said. Djenovic added that the special Serbian-language programming likely will continue next week and that longer-range plans will be adjusted as the situation develops. HisAir.Net received word this morning that Galcom is planning to build 500 radios to give to flood survivors in the affected areas. (5/21)

BITS: WSRM/Rome, GA (Life 93.5) drops CCM for mainstream country... KFSH/Los Angeles (95.9 the Fish) PD Chuck Tyler is looking to expand the stations live/local footprint, if you can tell stories with the best of them....he wants to hear you doing so send your best to chuck.tyler@salemla.com... EMF is purchasing WTCF/Wardensville, West Virginia (The Cross FM)... Looking for a job in Christian radio? check the HisAir.Net jobs page for the latest listings... (5/21)

BITS: WAY FM/Ft Myers Operations Director Cobi Knight is moving on to take a new role with an International Not for Profit Organization, the station is looking for a replacement if interested check the HisAir.Net jobs page... K-LOVE and Amazon Music announce the Amazon Christian Store is now called Amazon's K-LOVE Christian Music Store and now offers K-LOVE content, top songs and album lists, items from featured artists, as well as links to the K-LOVE Facebook and Twitter social media feeds, blog feeds and more... April PPM Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here, sponsored by Curb Records. (5/20)

BITS: WCVO/Columbus (104.9 The River) afternoon personality Craig McDonald has left to join WPHN/Gaylord, MI (The Promise FM) as program director... Jeff Foster exits WBFJ/Winston Salem to join the ESPN-Radio affiliate in Charlotte... At WMBI/Chicago (Moody Radio) June Felix will join Karl Clauson as co-host of its new morning show, she has been co-hosting Circle of Friends on Moody Radio in Michigan since 2011... (5/16)

APRIL PPM RATINGS DAY 4: Nashville, Austin & more... KFMK 5.3 T#4... WAYF 2.8 #9... Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here. The latest ratings on HisAir.Net is sponsored by Curb Records. (5/15)

WMBI/Chicago (Moody Radio) welcomes new morning host Karl Clauson. He replaces Mark Elfstrand who departed last November and has joined WYLL/Chicago. Sine Elfstrand left WMBI the station has has been relying on interim personalities, including Cisco Cotto, Steve Hiller, Brian Dahlen, Jon Gauger and Roy Patterson. Elfstrand reportedly had been in talks with WYLL since the start of the year.

Clauson, whose last day on WYLL after more than three years will be this Friday, is expected to join WMBI in July with co-host June Felix, who produces and hosts “Circle of Friends Radio” for Moody Radio WGNB/Zeeland, MI... (5/15)

APRIL PPM RATINGS DAY 3: Las Vegas, Orlando & more... WPOZ 8.1 #1... WCVO 4.8 #5... Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here. The latest ratings on HisAir.Net is sponsored by Curb Records. (5/14)

BITS: KADI/Springfield (99HitFM) became a refuge during a shooting that took place next to their studios yesterday, watch the local TV report here... Former WMBI/Chicago (Moody Radio) personality Mark Elfstrand will join WYLL/Chicago as the host of "Let's Talk with Mark Elfstrand," heard weekday afternoons from 4-6pm.... WHIF/Palatka (91.3 Hope FM) gave away a "Moms' Night Out" prize package to a very deserving winner who is the mother of 6 children, pictured at left Mid-Day DJ, Shayna, presents Lory Denney with her Moms' Night Out prize package, sharing in the celebration are two of her six children... April PPM day 3 numbers will be posted later today on HisAir.Net... (5/14)

APRIL PPM RATINGS DAY 2: DC, Seattle, Tampa, & more... AQH 6+ WGTS 3.3 #15... KCMS 4.5 #5... KTIS 5.4 #8... Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here. The latest ratings on HisAir.Net is sponsored by Curb Records. (5/13)

WPER/Fredericksburg/Richmond (Positive Hits) GM Frankie Morea checks in with results from their Spring Sharathon last week: "After meeting a goal that was already 12% higher than last spring, Positive Hits WPER met and exceeded that goal and continued raising more. The additional funds are for our brand new location in Fredericksburg, VA where PER listeners provided a additional $55,000 to furnish the new space. Grateful to God and to our friends at ShareMedia. After working for years in an inadequate location, we'll be able to move to our new studio this year." (5/13)

SOS Radio/Las Vegas has hired KGCB/Prescott (Arizona Shine) PD Dan Young as Director of Creative Services starting in late June. Dan says: "SOS Radio Network is an innovative team of talented broadcasters with a heart for reaching people for Jesus, and I'm thrilled to join them! God is using Brad, Chris and Scott to build and lead a 'dream team' in Las Vegas, and it's exciting (and humbling) to serve and learn. I'm also excited at the possibility of running into Wayne Newton at the grocery store!" Dan replaces Gary Thompson who left in March to join KXOJ/Tulsa.

Also at SOS Radio Music Director Mike Couchman is moving to St Louis to program Boost 101-9. SOS Radio PD Scott Herrold is looking to fill this primie MD position ASAP, check the HisAir.Net jobs page for the full listing. (5/12)

APRIL PPM RATINGS DAY 1: Dallas, Houston, & more... AQH 6+ KLTY 4.6 #3... KSBJ 4.9 #7... Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are online here. The latest ratings on HisAir.Net is sponsored by Curb Records. (5/12)

BITS: Get ready for the April Christian radio PPM numbers from Nielson as they start to roll out later today... KALS/Kalispell, MT is being sold to Hi-Line Radio Fellowship... EMF is picking up KURK/Reno... A group of independent filmmakers appealing to talk radio listeners to provide funding for a film about controversial Philadelphia abortionist Dr. Kermit Gosnell hit their goal of $2.1-million during Salem Radio Network's The MIKE GALLAGHER SHOW. (5/12)

A leader in the Southern Baptist Convention is in hot water with Christian talk radio broadcasters after he made disparaging comments about the radio format at a recent leadership summit in Nashville. Some are demanding an apology from Russell Moore, president of the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention, following comments he made during a lecture at the 2014 ERLC Leadership Summit April 22 in Nashville. Moore said he had tuned into a Christian talk radio program while driving to the summit and regretted his decision. Read the rest of the story here. (5/12)

BITS: KGCB/Prescott (Arizona Shine) PD Dan Young tells HisAir.Net he's accepted a position at another ministry, with details coming soon... Don Rupp has been with Northwestern Media since 1970 in various roles including public affairs programming, director of operations, KTIS/Minneapolis manager and executive director of the network news operation, and has announced his retirement May 16th... USA TODAY reports the about-to-be-greenlighted HGTV show on flipping houses for profit (Flip It Forward) has now not been optioned because a “background check” uncovered that host David Benham had revealed “anti-choice” views in a 2012 interview on The JANET MEFFERD Show on the Salem Radio Network... (5/9)

KJIL/Meade had its roof taken off the building during a storm Wednesday. PD Patrick Green said. “Everything shook and then we kind of heard a loud bang. The whole building kind of vibrated, and the building is cement so you don’t think of the wind being able to shake a cement building, but it definitely did,” The station was was featured in a local TV news story, watch here... (5/9)

The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association welcomes Bill Maier, morning co-host on KSBJ/Houston and host of a Saturday talk program for the Faith Radio Network, as the host of the “Peace with God” radio program. Syndicated on more than 1,200 radio stations across the U.S. as well as Sirius/XM, “Peace with God” is a weekly 26-minute program featuring a Gospel message from Billy Graham, Franklin Graham or Will Graham. It launched May 4.

"It's truly an honor to host the new ‘Peace with God’ broadcast. In a day in which so many people are lonely, hurting and searching for answers, there is nothing more important than sharing the hope that can only be found in a relationship with Jesus Christ," said Maier. "I still recall how exciting it was to attend my first Billy Graham Crusade as an 18-year-old college student in San Diego, and I'm humbled that the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association would ask me to play a part in this program." (5/8)

WAY Media VP of Content and Network Services Faron Dice announces that Zach Boehm (left) has been promoted to Director of Digital Content, overseeing all digital and social media properties. “Zach has played a vital role in the growth of The Wally Show and the website, ALLWALLY.COM, as well as the re-design underway for a new WAYFM.COM. He is a strategic thinker and a research fanatic, and the perfect person to lead WAY’s digital and social media efforts in the coming years. I’m excited that he has accepted this position.”

According to Boehm, "At WAY-FM, I've seen that our job isn't to just make great radio, but rather to connect people to God and one another. I'm excited to work at a ministry committed to using digital platforms to serve people in deeper and wider ways never before possible." Boehm will continue is role as Executive Producer for The Wally Show. (5/7)

BITS: Salem Communications announces increase in first quarter 2014 total revenue of 12.1% to $62.3 million... Paul Scianna joins Bott Radio Network, in the newly-created position of Director of Communications and Marketing... Radio Training Network is buying 3 stations from Spirit Broadcasting including WFBK/Ft. Mill. WKRI/Cokesbury, and WKBR/Summerville... (5/7)

BITS: WNYM/New York (AM 970 The Answer) adds Aaron Klein's Tel Aviv-based “Investigative Radio” to its weekend line-up... EMF and AFA do an even swap for stations, EMF getting WTLG/Starke, FL and KNDW/Williston, ND and AFA grabbing WVDA/Valdosta... April Nielsen Audio PPM Christian radio cume numbers are all online here, April is due to release starting May 12, sponsored by Curb Records... (5/6)

BITS: Community Connections Coordinator Jarratt Calvert exits KVNE/Tyler to relocate to Dallas, if interested in this opening see the listing on HisAir.Net jobs page... On the faith based movie scene “Heaven Is for Real” continued to impress in its third frame, overtaking “Captain America” with $2.4 million, Sony’s Christian drama will likely earn $8 million-plus by Sunday, lifting its cume to $65 million... Congratulations to WJQK/Grand Rapids (JQ99) morning man Ace McKay on his marriage today... (5/3)

Right now the hardest things for New Life Radio (NLR) staff, besides limited financial support, is staying above the political fray in the current tensions between Ukraine and Russia, and always "waiting for the other shoe to drop." Whether it is applying for a broadcast license or wondering what state agency will be the next to walk through the door asking for information or performing an inspection, there is always this sense of insecurity that hangs like a cloud over the staff. Yet, these committed brothers and sister in Christ smile, laugh, and know the importance of the work they do. Each of them had to hear the gospel message to come to Christ, and growing up in families where their parents were not believers, they know intellect-ually and personally the necessity of their ministry.

From its inception as Russia’s 1st FM Christian radio station, and later, as an international broad-caster to the former Soviet republics, New Life Radio has been a partnership between Christians in Russia, Ukraine, the USA, and other nations. Since 1996, the radio network has been a faith venture, with Moscow missionaries overseeing the broadcasts, and Americans providing the funding to cover the telecom and studio costs, as well as missionary support for the radio staff. NLR provides the Slavic Church and its many evangelical denominations with a free mass media service to reach their own people in evangelism and discipleship over telecom systems that can reach over 100 million targeted homes. Pictured at left are NLR station manager Dima and Christian Radio For Russia (CRFR) chair Pastor Ken Wagner. (5/3)

2014 CMB AWARDS categories are NOW open for entries and nominations. The CMB Awards include: 2014 CMB Station Of The Year and the 2014 CMB Special Awards for Scott Campbell Industry Achievement Award, Rob Gregory Community Service Award and the Rich Mullins Artist Impact Award. To enter the 2014 CMB Station Of The Year competition submit your entries online HERE, full entry must be completed by June 6, 2014. Eligibility requirements and what is needed for each entry can be found HERE. Only current 2014 CMB Members are eligible to nominate individuals for the 2014 CMB Special Awards beginning today. Nominations will close June 2nd with finalists announced on June 16th. CLICK HERE for nomination instructions, link and more info on the individual awards and past recipients. (5/2)

Just in: WAY FM network PD Jeff Connell is leaving at the end of May. Interested in this HOT opening check the jobs page for the listing. (5/1)

Family Life Radio announces some changes. Joel Davis Hime has been promoted to Assistant Program Director. Director of Programming Adam Biddell says, “Joel is instrumental in the day to day operation of FLR, and it gives me great pleasure to provide him with this additional area of responsibility; it is well deserved.”

In addition, Family Life Radio announces the hiring of Rob Regal as a Sr. Production Editor. Rob who worked for FLR previously departed in 2005 to work with New Life Media in Illinois and will begin back with FLR on Monday 5/12. Check the HisAir.Net jobs page if interested in the current midday opening at Family Life Radio. (5/1)

BITS: KSBJ/Houston has a new afternoon personality, its Rachelle Carrillo former morning co-host at Family Life/Bath, NY... Salem Chicago Director of Promotions and Marketing Paul Goldsmith will exit the station tomorrow, May 2, and will join CURE International as Vice President of Marketing... May 1, WLAB/Ft Wayne (STAR 88.3) President and General Manager Melissa Montana celebrates 25 years with the station, WLAB PD Don Buettner says, "She’s been an incredible influence to so many people in our industry from broadcasters to artists"... EMF is purchasing 2 Class A non coms in Colorado, KTEI/Placerville and KTDU/Durango... (5/1)