FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE [Farmingdale, New York – July 15, 2024]: 103.1 The Wolf, Long Island’s premier destination for country music lovers, welcomes on-air personality, Kelly Ford, to Afternoon Drive. Kelly will broadcast weekdays from 3p-7pm, live from Airport Plaza, Farmingdale – home of Connoisseur Media’s WWWF/103.1 The Wolf.

Kelly Ford moves to Long Island’s 103.1 The Wolf, bringing her impressive background in radio and deep love for country music. Ford is the host of “Backstage Country” heard in 80 cities across the US including Philadelphia, Boston, Tampa, and Charlotte. Kelly’s quick wit and authenticity has woken up listeners across the country on a nationally syndicated morning show, and she remains as the only solo female morning show in the history of county music radio in New York City. Over her career, Kelly has received three broadcasting honors from the Country Music Association, an ACM Award (Academy of Country Music), three Gracie Awards from the Alliance of Women in Media, and a Marconi Award from the National Association of Broadcasters. With her extensive country radio experience, Kelly has created a reputation for engaging storytelling, charismatic presence, and a genuine connection with the audience

“We are incredibly excited to welcome Kelly Ford to Long Island and to 103.1 The Wolf,” said Patrick Shea, Program Director for WWWF/103.1 The Wolf. “Her enthusiasm and dedication to country music are evident, and we know she will be a fantastic addition to our team. Our listeners are in for a real treat.”

103.1 The Wolf listeners can look forward to a fresh and dynamic approach to afternoons featuring today’s best country with Kelly’s personal anecdotes. Ford joins Alexa Neo (Middays) and The Big D & Bubba Morning Show to round out the weekday line up.

“I’m beyond thrilled to return to the NY market at 103.1 The Wolf! I know first-hand that Long Island Country listener’s have a passion for the genre that is unmatched anywhere in the country,” said Kelly Ford, New Afternoon Host on 103.1 The Wolf. “I can’t wait to build this brand with Jeff Warshaw, David Bevins and the Connoisseur team who believe in the power of radio! And, huge bonus to be part of the talented air staff that includes my friends, the legendary Big D, Bubba and Carsen. What a dream come true. Let’s go!!!!!”

Listen to Kelly Ford starting August 1st from 3pm-7pm, live from Airport Plaza, on 103.1 The Wolf, stream live at www.TheWolf1031.com, or listen live from the new 103.1 The Wolf app.