Salem Communications Schedules Fourth Quarter 2009 Earnings Release and Teleconference

CAMARILLO, CA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 02/24/10 -- Salem Communications Corporation (NASDAQ: SALM), a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values, today announced that it plans to report its fourth quarter 2009 financial results after the market closes on March 3, 2010.

The company also plans to host a teleconference to discuss its results on March 3, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. To access the teleconference, please dial (719) 325-2249, passcode 3481356 or listen via the investor relations portion of the company's website, located at www.salem.cc.

A replay of the teleconference will be available through March 17, 2010 and can be heard by dialing (719) 457-0820, passcode 3481356 or on the investor relations portion of the company's website, located at www.salem.cc.

In addition to its radio properties, Salem owns Salem Radio Network®, which syndicates talk, news and music programming to approximately 2,000 affiliates; Salem Radio Representatives™, a national radio advertising sales force; Salem Web Network™, a leading Internet provider of Christian content and online streaming; and Salem Publishing™, a leading publisher of Christian-themed magazines. Upon the close of all announced transactions, the company will own 94 radio stations, including 58 stations in 22 of the top 25 markets. Additional information about Salem may be accessed at the company's website, www.salem.cc.

Company Contact:
Evan D. Masyr
Salem Communications
(805) 987-0400 ext. 1053
evanm@salem.cc