The program now airs weekday mornings at 7:00 a.m. ET, bringing listeners a fast-moving mix of political commentary, cultural conversation, humor, and audience interaction focused on the issues shaping everyday American life.

Parr spent years as a television news anchor and reporter before moving into talk radio, earning two Emmy nominations during his broadcasting career. Avallone is an attorney, entrepreneur, and pilot who became a U.S. citizen after immigrating from Italy as a child and has gone on to become a nationally recognized conservative commentator and media personality.

Known for their conversational style and sharp perspective, Parr and Avallone have built a growing national audience by creating a bridge between traditional American values and today’s biggest issues. Each episode features special guests, listener call-ins, and thoughtful discussion on the stories shaping the country.

David Howard, General Manager of WWRC/AM 570 The Answer, said the show brings an engaging new voice to the Washington market. “We’re thrilled to bring American Ground Radio to the heart of our nation’s capital,” said Howard. “Stephen and Louis create a space where listeners can engage, be inspired, and find common ground.”

Tune in to American Ground Radio every weekday morning at 7:00 a.m. on WWRC/AM 570 The Answer and visit americangroundradio.com for more information.

About Salem Media

Salem Media is America’s premier multimedia company specializing in Christian and conservative content. Through its national radio network, digital platforms, and publishing brands, Salem reaches millions daily with powerful content that drives the national conversation. Learn more at salemmedia.com.

Company Contact:
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American Ground Radio Hosts

Stephen Parr and Louis R. Avallone

The film explores the enduring principles of faith, liberty, and the American spirit through compelling storytelling, historical reflection, and cultural commentary. Through the partnership, Salem Media and Compel Studios will bring the film to audiences nationwide through streaming platforms, churches, and Salem’s extensive multimedia network.

Rob Ellis, General Manager of SalemNOW, said the documentary aligns closely with Salem’s audience and mission.

“By Dawn’s Early Light is exactly the kind of meaningful and culturally relevant storytelling that resonates deeply with our audience,” Ellis said. “We’re excited to partner with Compel Studios to help expand the film’s reach and bring its message to viewers across the country.”

Kyle Justice, President of Compel Studios, said the film arrives at a pivotal cultural moment.

“This film speaks directly to the questions many Americans are asking about the direction of the country and the values that still hold us together,” Justice said. “Partnering with Salem Media gives us an unparalleled platform to connect with audiences seeking inspirational and thought-provoking storytelling.”

The partnership will include coordinated marketing initiatives across Salem’s national radio network, digital platforms, podcasts, and conservative news outlets.

By Dawn's Early Light will premiere May 31 at bydawnsearlylightfilm.com, where audiences can stream the documentary free through Labor Day. Following its free streaming window, the film will become available on SalemNOW and Townhall Media TV.

About Compel Studios

Compel Studios is a film and media company focused on producing and distributing compelling content that inspires audiences through stories rooted in faith, truth, and culture.

About Salem Media

Salem Media is America’s premier multimedia company specializing in Christian and conservative content. Through its national radio network, digital platforms, and publishing brands, Salem reaches millions daily with powerful content that drives the national conversation. Learn more at salemmedia.com.

Company Contact: Publicity@salemmedia.com

About Salem Media
Salem Media is America’s premier multimedia company specializing in Christian and conservative content. Through its national radio network, digital platforms, and publishing brands, Salem reaches millions daily with powerful content that drives the national conversation. Learn more at salemmedia.com.

Company Contact:
Publicity@salemmedia.com

Under the terms of the agreement, WaterStone will acquire all outstanding shares of Salem Media common stock for $1.00 per share, representing approximately a 250% premium over Salem’s recent trading price.

Edward Atsinger III, Salem co-founder and board member, said finding the right long-term steward for the company was a priority. “For the last ten years the Atsinger and Epperson families have been looking for a successor that would continue to carry the torch of delivering quality Christian and conservative media into the next generation and beyond. When we met with WaterStone, some 24 months ago, we believed it was a divine appointment. WaterStone is deeply aligned with the vision we had when our families founded this company.”

The agreement follows a period of significant momentum for Salem across both broadcast and digital media. While much of the radio industry faced declining advertising revenue of -3.4% in the first quarter, according to Miller Kaplan, Salem posted positive local radio growth of +2.8%, excluding the impact of recently sold stations, outperforming broader industry trends by more than six percentage points through its strong programming, trusted talent, and longstanding relationships with ministries, advertisers, and audiences nationwide.

Salem has also continued expanding its national radio, streaming, and podcast platforms with one of the strongest lineups in conservative media, including voices such as Scott Jennings, Larry O'Connor, Alex Marlow, and Lara Trump, alongside many of the most influential personalities in Christian broadcasting like Greg Laurie, Sean McDowell, Becket Cook, and Kirby Kelly.

David Santrella, Chief Executive Officer of Salem Media, said the partnership was built around long-term alignment and a shared commitment to Salem’s mission. “WaterStone understands who we are and why Salem has mattered for over 50 years,” Santrella said. “This partnership will accelerate our ability to expand the reach of our mission for years to come.”

Over the last 18 months, Salem and WaterStone have worked together on several strategic initiatives tied to the company’s long-term growth and organizational vision. WaterStone’s previous preferred stock investments in Salem gave them 49.5% voting interest in the company.

Today, Salem remains one of the largest Christian and conservative multimedia companies in America, reaching millions of listeners, readers, viewers, and podcast consumers each month through its national radio network, streaming platforms, digital media brands, and publishing platforms.

Richard von Gnechten, Chairman of Salem Media’s Board of Directors and President of WaterStone, said the partnership reflects years of shared vision and alignment between the organizations. “This is about building on what makes Salem unique,” von Gnechten said. “Salem has spent decades earning the trust of listeners, ministries, advertisers, and audiences by staying true to its mission. WaterStone believes deeply in that mission and in the people behind it. This partnership gives Salem additional strength and long-term stability while creating new opportunities to expand its reach for the future - which is why we are making this investment.”

The transaction was unanimously approved by Salem’s Board of Directors and is expected to close in August 2026, subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals.

About Salem Media
Salem Media is America’s premier multimedia company specializing in Christian and conservative content. Through its national radio network, digital platforms, and publishing brands, Salem reaches millions daily with powerful content that drives the national conversation. Learn more at salemmedia.com.

About WaterStone
WaterStone is a Christian foundation dedicated to advancing Kingdom impact through faithful stewardship, generosity, and mission-driven leadership. Through its charitable giving strategies and long-term investments, WaterStone partners with individuals, families, ministries, and organizations to support lasting faith-based impact and strengthen the future of Christian institutions and outreach. Learn more at waterstone.org.

Company Contact: Publicity@salemmedia.com

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O’Connor is best known as the host of the highly successful O’Connor & Company morning show on WMAL in Washington, D.C., and as Editor of Townhall.com. As part of this expansion, O’Connor & Company will continue in its longstanding 6:00–9:00 a.m. Eastern time slot on WMAL while also serving as Salem’s flagship national morning program, bringing its trusted voice and insider perspective to audiences nationwide.

For more than a decade, O’Connor has been at the center of the political conversation in Washington, with a daily radio show and podcast followed by lawmakers, White House staff, media figures, and political insiders. In this expanded role, he will help set the tone for the day’s news across Salem’s platforms, delivering timely analysis, impactful interviews, and sharp commentary to a growing national audience.

By aligning O’Connor’s leadership role at Townhall.com with his national radio and television presence—and his growing digital footprint—Salem is further strengthening its integrated, cross-platform content strategy. This move positions O’Connor at the forefront of conservative political discourse while reinforcing Salem Media’s role as a leading destination for news, commentary, and influential voices.

 “Larry is the go-to media voice for the people shaping policy in our nation’s capital,” said Phil Boyce, Senior Vice President of Content at Salem Media. “He’s built a show insiders rely on and an audience that cares deeply about the direction of the country. We’re proud to expand that success across our national lineup, leading the conversation every morning across America.”

From 6:00–9:00 a.m. Eastern, O’Connor & Company will drive coverage of the day’s most important political stories, airing on more than 140 affiliated stations on the Salem Radio Network and simulcast on the Salem News Channel.

 “We’re excited to bring O’Connor & Company to a broader national audience while maintaining the strong foundation and audience connection the show has built in Washington,” said O’Connor. “At the same time, we’re building the future of media across radio, streaming, and digital platforms with Townhall and the Salem News Channel. Salem’s integrated vision aligns perfectly with my work across platforms, including my daily streaming show LARRY, and makes this an incredibly exciting next chapter. I’m also thrilled that my longtime collaborator and executive producer, Heather Hunter, will continue with the program as we expand nationwide.”

“The growth of O’Connor & Company reflects the strength of the show and its connection with listeners,” said Jeff Boden, Vice President and Market Manager at Cumulus Media. “We’re pleased to see the program reach new audiences while continuing to serve our listeners in Washington each morning.”

Following the morning broadcast, O’Connor will host his live digital show, LARRY, streaming at 12:00 p.m. Eastern on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, and Townhall.com, extending the conversation throughout the day.

With O’Connor anchoring the morning lineup, Salem Media continues to deliver compelling, news-driven programming that informs audiences, challenges mainstream narratives, and holds leaders accountable.

For more information and to watch the Salem News Channel lineup, visit SalemNewsChannel.com.

About Salem Media
Salem Media is America’s premier multimedia company specializing in Christian and conservative content. Through its national radio network, digital platforms, and publishing brands, Salem reaches millions daily with powerful content that drives the national conversation. Learn more at salemmedia.com.

Company Contact:
Publicity@salemmedia.com

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Larry O'Connor

Salem Media Elevating Townhall Editor to Anchor Morning Lineup

Elder, a New York Times bestselling author and host of the nationally syndicated Larry Elder Show, is heard weekdays from 3 to 6 p.m. Pacific Time on flagship station AM 870 The Answer, KRLA in Los Angeles, and across Salem Radio Network affiliates nationwide. Known as “The Sage from South Central,” Elder has been a consistent voice in talk radio for more than 30 years, shaping national conversations on politics, culture and policy.

The 2026 nomination was determined by a committee of 24 radio industry professionals who evaluate career achievement and influence. More than 1,000 radio hosts, programmers and executives will receive confidential ballots in the coming weeks, with inductees expected to be announced in May.

“Larry has built one of the most recognizable and enduring brands in talk radio,” said Phil Boyce, Senior Vice President of Content at Salem Media. “To be nominated again by a new group of industry leaders speaks to the strength of his voice, his audience connection and the impact he continues to have across the country. We believe he is more than deserving of this honor.”

Elder began his radio career in 1994 at KABC in Los Angeles under General Manager George Green where he won a Los Angeles Area Emmy in 1999. He later became nationally syndicated by ABC Radio. He was awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2015 and in 2016, he joined AM 870 The Answer, KRLA, where he continues to host his daily program. He was first introduced to radio audiences by Dennis Prager, who invited him as a guest on his KABC show.

In 2021, Elder stepped away from radio to run in California’s gubernatorial recall election, where he was the top vote-getting challenger among more than 50 candidates seeking to replace Governor Gavin Newsom. The campaign expanded his national profile and reinforced his standing as a leading voice in conservative media.

Elder holds a Bachelor’s degree from Brown University and a Juris Doctor from the University of Michigan.

The Radio Hall of Fame recognizes individuals whose work has made a lasting impact on the radio industry and its audiences. Elder’s continued recognition reflects both his longevity and his influence in shaping modern talk radio.

About Salem Media

Salem Media is America’s premier multimedia company specializing in Christian and conservative content. Through its national radio network, digital platforms, and publishing brands, Salem reaches millions daily with powerful content that drives the national conversation. Learn more at salemmedia.com.

Company Contact:
Publicity@salemmedia.com

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Larry Elder

Salem Radio Network host

With this launch, Salem News Channel joins Roku’s FAST (free ad-supported streaming TV) ecosystem, bringing its live programming into a curated channel lineup used by millions of viewers and advancing Salem’s strategy of meeting audiences where content discovery is increasingly happening.

While Salem News Channel has long been available through a dedicated Roku app, this new distribution places the network directly within Roku’s Live TV guide, allowing viewers to discover as they browse and begin watching instantly.

“This is a significant expansion of Salem News Channel’s reach, which already increased viewership by over 178% this year,” said Cary Pahigian, Vice President and General Manager of Salem News Channel. “Being part of The Roku Channel opens the door for entirely new audiences to discover the unique news and opinion that SNC provides.”

The launch positions Salem News Channel alongside a growing lineup of national news and opinion networks within The Roku Channel’s live environment, where viewers are increasingly turning for always-on, real-time programming. Salem News Channel delivers live news, in-depth analysis, and interviews with influential voices, offering perspective on the issues shaping the country and culture.
This expansion builds on Salem’s broader streaming strategy, which includes distribution across connected TV platforms, mobile, and web, and reflects the company’s continued investment in expanding its reach through high-impact platforms.

For more information about Salem News Channel and its programming, visit SNC.TV.

About Salem Media

Salem Media is America’s premier multimedia company specializing in Christian and conservative content. Through its national radio network, digital platforms, and publishing brands, Salem reaches millions daily with powerful content that drives the national conversation. Learn more at salemmedia.com.

Company Contact:
Publicity@salemmedia.com

About Salem Media

Salem Media is America’s premier multimedia company specializing in Christian and conservative content. Through its national radio network, digital platforms, and publishing brands, Salem reaches millions daily with powerful content that drives the national conversation. Learn more at salemmedia.com.

Company Contact:
Publicity@salemmedia.com