Barbara Bridges, Operations Manager and Brand Manager at Mix 92.9 WJXA in Nashville, has been inducted into the Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame.
Her name now appears alongside well-known broadcasters including Rick Dees, Gerry House, Scott Shannon, Coyote McCloud, Pat Sajak, and Billy Kidd.
Bridges began her radio career in Tennessee in the early 1990s when she joined 96.3 WJXB in Knoxville in 1994. Three years later, she moved to Nashville, where she has remained at Mix 92.9 since 1997. Under her leadership, the station has consistently delivered strong ratings.
Following Midwest Communications’ acquisition of South Central Communications in 2016, Bridges stayed with the company in both programming and on-air roles. She is also known for her holiday programming, which has earned her the nickname “Queen of Christmas” among staff and listeners.
“I have a deep love of radio and have ever since I began,” Bridges said. “It continues to be the most amazing and rewarding career. I’m also blessed to have worked with tremendous talents over the years. We are only as good as the people who surround us. I’m both humbled and honored by this recognition.”
Midwest Communications Board Chair Pegge Wright also acknowledged the milestone.
“We are so honored to have Barbara welcomed into the Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame,” Wright said. “Barbara is a fabulous example of the type of dedication and passion to winning we desire. Plus, she’s a really nice person. Duke would also be extremely proud she received this acknowledgment.”
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