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Salem Media Group Inc. (SALM) reports developments across its Christian and conservative media operations, including national radio programming, local station lineups, digital audio, streaming television and publishing brands. Recurring updates include Salem Radio Network hosts, WMCA and other station programming, Salem Podcast Network launches, and distribution expansion for Salem News Channel on connected-TV and free ad-supported streaming platforms.
Company news also covers annual reporting, media-industry recognition, Christian broadcasting awards and cross-platform content initiatives that connect Salem personalities, radio affiliates, digital properties and streaming channels.
Salem Media (OTCQX:SALM) and the Times Square Alliance will host Celebrate America: Live from Times Square on June 23–24, marking America’s approaching 250th anniversary.
The two-day celebration includes free live broadcasts in Times Square and a ticketed Patriots, Pasta & Piscopo dinner performance benefiting Equal First Aid.
Salem Media (OTCQX:SALM) announced key leadership changes effective October 1, 2026. Linnae Young will become President of Broadcast Media while remaining Chief Revenue Officer, overseeing broadcast operations and revenue strategy. Jeff Reisman will be promoted to Executive Vice President of Operations, leading local broadcast market operations nationwide.
Senior leaders Mark Durkin, Jeff Mitchell, and Chad Gammage will also take on expanded responsibilities, continuing Salem’s approach of promoting leaders from within and following the previously announced retirement plans of Allen Power.
Salem Media (OTCQX:SALM) announced that Allen Power, President of Broadcast Media, will retire on September 30, 2026, marking a 50-year broadcasting career. He will remain with Salem as a Senior Advisor. Power has held multiple leadership roles since joining Salem in 2000 and was named President of Broadcast Media in 2023.
He has served on key broadcasting industry boards and was recognized by Radio Ink as one of the Top 20 Leaders in Radio in 2024, 2025, and 2026. Salem plans to announce succession and leadership appointments in the coming weeks.
Salem Media (OTCQX:SALM) launched Salem Creators Agency (SCA), a venture representing faith-centric and family-friendly creators across publishing, podcasting, live events, speaking, music, film, and TV.
SCA signed Christian content creator Jason Jackson Jr. as its first client and plans to grow a curated talent roster.
Salem Media (OTCQX:SALM) launched Your Nightly Scripture, a new LifeAudio original podcast focused on evening reflection and prayer. Produced with BibleStudyTools.com, it features selected Bible passages, reflective devotionals, and gentle evening prayers to help listeners end the day with peace and spiritual renewal.
Salem Media (OTCQX:SALM) announced the debut of American Ground Radio on WWRC/AM 570 The Answer in Washington, D.C. The show, hosted by Stephen Parr and Louis R. Avallone, airs weekdays at 7:00 a.m. ET, offering political commentary, cultural discussion, humor, and listener interaction.
Salem Media (OTCQX:SALM) announced a strategic partnership with Compel Studios to release and distribute the documentary By Dawn’s Early Light. The film focuses on faith, liberty, and the American spirit.
The documentary premieres May 31, streaming free at bydawnsearlylightfilm.com through Labor Day, then moves to SalemNOW and Townhall Media TV. Distribution will leverage Salem’s radio, digital, podcast, and news platforms.
Salem Media (OTCQX:SALM) announced that its first quarter 2026 Quarterly Report is now available. The report was posted on May 13, 2026, on the company’s investor relations website for shareholders and analysts to review.
Salem Media (OTCQX:SALM) agreed to be acquired by The Christian Community Foundation, d/b/a WaterStone, in an all-cash deal taking Salem private.
WaterStone will pay $1.00 per share, about a 250% premium to recent trading, after previously building a 49.5% voting interest. Closing is targeted for August 2026, subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals.
Salem reports local radio revenue growth of +2.8% versus industry decline of -3.4%.
Salem Media (OTCQX: SALM) announced that Christian Cultural Center returns to WMCA AM570/FM102.3 The Mission with a new weekday program hosted by Senior Pastor Jamaal Bernard beginning May 18, 2026.
The show airs weekdays at 5:30 a.m. ET, streaming live and on demand via WMCA.com and the WMCA mobile app. The ministry originally joined WMCA in 1992 and ran a daily broadcast for nearly 25 years. Jamaal Bernard became Senior Pastor in 2025.