River Radio Flips Three Ohio Signals to Boost Radio

RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, December 2, 2025 | 2:48pm CT

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River Radio Ministries has expanded its reach to younger Christian audiences with the launch of Boost Radio on multiple Ohio signals through a new partnership with Gateway Media's St. Louis-based Boost Radio network.

As of Monday, December 1, The River has flipped three stations -- 90.1 Canton, 88.9 Tiffin and 88.7 Findlay -- to Christian Hip-Hop. Boost Radio is also now heard on 104.9 HD2 in Columbus and 104.5 HD2 in Wooster. Another River Radio signal, 91.1 Ashland, will transition to Boost on January 1.

River Program Director Josh Hooper said the new format aligns with the organization's strategy to serve younger listeners across college-heavy regions.

"These frequencies are strategically placed to serve the next generation of Christian music consumers, with vibrant college campuses within each broadcasting area," Hooper said. "One of our main goals over the next three years is to bring new formats to the state of Ohio and reach more people with the Good News of who Jesus really is. We're excited to partner with Boost Radio to do just that through 'Hip Hop Built Different.'"

Boost Radio's Mike Couchman echoed that enthusiasm, noting the organizations' shared mission.

"Boost Radio is thrilled to officially partner with River Radio Ministries," he said. "Their heart to reach Ohio with the love of Jesus, and do it with excellence, syncs up perfectly with ours. We're excited to see how God moves."