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Radio Icon Georgene Rice to Retire from KPDQ and KGNW

CAMARILLO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- (OTCQX: SALM) announced today that after nearly three decades of broadcasting excellence and faithful service to listeners across the Pacific Northwest, Georgene Rice has announced her retirement from both 93.9 KPDQ-FM (Portland) and 820 AM The Word-KGNW (Seattle). Her final broadcast of The Georgene Rice Show will air on Friday, August 29, 2025, marking the end of a remarkable career in Christian radio.

Georgene Rice

Known for her thoughtful commentary, engaging interviews, and unwavering commitment to biblical truth, Georgene has been a trusted voice for listeners seeking clarity in faith, culture, and current events. Since launching her show, she has become a staple of Christian talk radio鈥攇uiding audiences through decades of social and spiritual change with grace, wisdom, and conviction.

鈥淔or over 30 years, Georgene Rice has been more than a host鈥攕he鈥檚 been a mentor, a spiritual sister, and a friend to so many of us,鈥� said Dennis Hayes, General Manager for KPDQ and KGNW. 鈥淗er retirement is a huge moment not only for our station, but for all the communities her voice has reached.鈥�

Georgene鈥檚 show aired weekday afternoons on 93.9 KPDQ-FM (Portland) and 820 AM THE WORD - KGNW (Seattle), where she has consistently invited listeners into honest, biblically grounded conversations about life, faith, politics, and culture. Her guest list has included national and local leaders, Christian thinkers, pastors, authors, and everyday believers making a difference in their communities.

鈥淚n my 36 years I have interviewed dozens of local and national leaders and traveled much of the world as a station correspondent, helped raise thousands of dollars for local, national, and international ministries, and engaged in debate and discussion on the major issues of our day. It has been a grand adventure, but like all adventures, it is time for this one to come to an end.鈥� Georgene shared, 鈥淚 have appreciated the honor of speaking to Portland and Seattle listeners nearly every weekday for 36 years! It has been one of the greatest thrills of my lifetime.鈥�

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About KPDQ and KGNW:

KPDQ (93.9 FM / 800 AM) in Portland, OR and KGNW (820 AM) in Seattle, WA are Salem Media Group stations committed to delivering biblically faithful teaching, Christian talk, and uplifting content that encourages spiritual growth and cultural engagement.

About Salem Media Group

Salem Media Group is America鈥檚 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 .

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Source: Salem Media Group, Inc.