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WHAS Host Terry Meiners Named Louisvillian of the Year

Louisville talk radio host Terry Meiners is being named 2026 Louisvillian of the Year by the American Advertising Federation Louisville. Meiners hosts the afternoon drive show on NewsRadio 840 WHAS. iHeartMedia says the award is “one of Kentucky’s oldest imgand most prestigious community recognitions honoring leaders whose personal contributions go beyond professional success to shape the city’s future, strengthen civic life and celebrate Louisville’s creative legacy.” iHeartMedia region president Kristy Beebe says, “For generations, Terry Meiners has been one of Louisville’s most trusted and recognizable voices. Through his commitment to our community, his passion for local storytelling, and his unwavering support of organizations like the Crusade for Children, Terry has made an immeasurable impact on Louisville. We are proud to see him honored as the 2026 Louisvillian of the Year, a recognition that reflects both his extraordinary career and his lasting legacy of service.” AAF-Louisville will host a special reception on December 2 to celebrate Terry Meiners and his contributions to the Louisville community.

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SalemNOW Documentary Series Launches. Salem Media Group says that its SalemNOW conservative and Christian streaming service is now streaming “Prescription to Kill,” a true crime docuseries hosted by actor and filmmaker Kevin Sorbo. Salem says the series originated from director Andrew Thibault’s two-year legal battle with the Food and Drug Administration under the Freedom of Information Act that uncovered hundreds of previously withheld reports it says link prescription medications to acts of homicide, including multiple school shootings.

Audacy Hosts Phillies Party. Audacy’s sports talk WIP, Philadelphia – flagship of the MLB’s Phillies – is hosting the second annual Red October Rally today (10/3) from Stateside Live! in celebration of the Phillies’ National League Division Series appearance. WIP is hosting a live broadcast from the team’s postseason rally from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.

iHeartMedia Presents Wine on the River Event. iHeartMedia Louisville is producing the sixth annual Wine on the River event on October 11 at The Belvedere in Downtown Louisville. The company’s Louisville stations – including news/talk WHAS – are promoting the event that will benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Kentuckiana.