Trey Stafford
5 a.m. to 10 a.m. on 104.9 The Fox
Trey Stafford is the not only the president and general manager of Jonesboro Radio Group, he has also been co-host for Fox Morning Show for the past 24 years with Jim Frigo.
Trey’s love for radio began in fourth grade in 1971. He grew up listening to “The Treehouse”, a daily talk show on KPCA-AM, which was based in his hometown of Marked Tree. Trey realized the hosts never shared information about his school, so he wrote some school news down, took it to the station, and was welcomed to read the report on air himself. Since that moment, he was hooked on broadcasting and gave up a normal childhood to spend the rest of his life in the business.
Fifty years later, Trey has received numerous awards and served in major roles for a variety of associations and committees. These include multiple awards for Best Radio Personality from Jonesboro Occasions Magazine, past president of Arkansas Broadcasters Association, past Small Market Radio Committee Representative National Association of Broadcasters, past president of Paragould Rotary Club, Paul Harris Fellow presented by Jonesboro Rotary Club, Vocational Excellence Award from University Rotary Club, past president of Arkansas Officials Association, Manager of the Year (Viking Award) from Saga Communications, Book of Golden Deeds Award from Jonesboro Exchange Club, and Member of the Year from Paragould Chamber of Commerce.
He is heavily involved with community service and activities and enjoys working with Make-A-Wish, Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas, and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
He and his wife, former KAIT anchor and reporter Jenna (Newton) Stafford, have four children—one daughter and triplet sons.
He is interested in sports, music of all kinds—especially live music, news and politics and serving the community.
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Jim Frigo
5 a.m. to 10 a.m. on 104.9 The Fox
Jim has been part of Fox Morning Show for the past 24 years with co-host Trey Stafford. Originally from Los Angeles, he has spent over 40 years in the broadcast industry.
He fell in love with the career field by listening to morning personalities growing up—Ray and Ram, Rick Dees, Joe James, etc. Once he noticed that a new radio station was being built in his area, he decided to jump at the opportunity and literally showed up on the owner’s doorstep to ask for a job. He hasn’t looked back since.
Through his time in radio, he has won several awards, including Best Station Marconi Award, Best Station from Occasions Magazine, Station Award for 1994 Arbitron Success 39.6 AQ 51% CUME, and two-time Station Presidents Award.
Jim loves all music having to do with country and western. He also enjoys classic rock, blues, and gospel.
He has two children and one grandson. In his spare time, enjoys fishing, cooking, beer, and travelling. He also likes to raise funds for the Make-a-Wish Foundation.
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Christie Matthews
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on 104.9 The Fox
Christie Matthews, a born-and-raised Arkansan, arrived in Jonesboro in 1990.
Christie has been honored with numerous industry accolades over her 32-year radio career, including Top 25 Country Program Director Honoree multiple times by Country Radio Broadcasters and Radio Ink Magazine; 2014 Top Small Market Program Director in America by Radio Ink Magazine; Third Best Program Director in America in 2015; Saga Communications Best of Brand Award Winner and Top Program Director; and Make-a-Wish Foundation Fundraiser of the Year. She serves as a Wish Ambassador for the Make A Wish Foundation and is on the Board of Directors for the Rotary Club of Jonesboro. In addition to her on air position, she holds the role of General Sales Manager and Station Manager at Jonesboro Radio Group.
Christie has a passion for family, radio, and her community. Christie’s love for children and community is evident in her role as a longtime volunteer and fundraiser for the Make-a-Wish Foundation of the Mid-South. In addition, she is dedicated to helping raise awareness and funds for women’s health.
Country music is her favorite, with Eric Church, Chris Stapleton, Kenny Chesney, and Blake Shelton in heavy rotation.
Christie and her husband, Jeff are the proud parents of two daughters Kait and Abbey. They are also “Chi Chi” and “Dude” to two adorable grandsons Pearson and Hatcher.
Christie loves Christmas, ( she puts up the tree early and leaves it up late) cooking, travelling and spoiling her grandsons!
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Skeeter Nash
2 p.m. to 7 p.m. on 104.9 The Fox
Phil Jamison
2 p.m. to 7 p.m. on 100.5 The Eagle
My name is Phil Jamison. I’m 58 years old and a radio veteran. I certainly don’t feel my age. Maybe this job keeps me young. But the fact is, I’m old enough to remember when most of the classic rock you hear on the Eagle was first released.
I DO IT ALL! These days in radio you have to many skills. It makes you a more valuable employee. That’s why when it comes to on-air and programming, I bring a lot to the table…or the microphone, I guess. I can be an air personality on a variety of music formats. I can write, voice and produce professional radio commercials. I can also handle live broadcasts from client locations or station events. I am completely comfortable being in front of large crowds. I love doing all of this. But, that’s not all I love about radio.
I LOVE CLASSIC ROCK! Some of the songs I love because of the lyrics and what they mean. Some songs, it’s the energy that just hits me the right way. Other tunes resonate with me because they remind me of certain times in my life when the particular song was popular. And, I LOVE PLAYING THIS MUSIC FOR YOU! My friends say it sounds like I’m having fun on the radio. It’s true! I AM HAVING FUN, singing along with the songs, playing air guitar in the studio, and talking to our crazy Eagle listeners. So when you hear me laughing, it’s genuine.
MY LIFE IS AN OPEN BOOK. I live my life on the radio. I’m just like you. I have a wife, kids, co-workers, bosses, bills and other issues I deal with on a daily bases. When you call and request a song to make you feel better, I UNDERSTAND WHY. I try very hard to let the listeners be a part of my afternoon show. LOCAL LISTENERS give my show a unique flavor. I want you to call and participate, make request, tell jokes, ask questions, and more. Active listeners make this a better station for everyone.
I ADORE MY WIFE AND KIDS! My wife’s name is Joy and she’s awesome. She’d rather watch football than the Bachelorette. She’s a petite blonde who drives a Dodge Ram 1500 Big Horn WITH a Hemi. YES, I’M A VERY LUCKY MAN. My son Josh is 29 and a Staff Sergeant in the United Stated Air Force. My daughter Jaclyn is 29 and graduated from ASU Cum-Laude. By the way, she has Asperger’s, a form of Autism. She’s also 29. I was born and raised in Helena, Arkansas. This is my second stay in Jonesboro. I was here for 10 years the first time. I’ve been back for about 17 years this time.
RESCUE A PET! We also have 4 rescue dogs. YOU WILL HERE ALOT ABOUT ANIMAL RESCUE ON MY SHOW. It’s my passion. I think dogs are the most amazing creatures. The relation between dog and man is the greatest collaboration between two species on Earth. Save a life and change yours forever.
So to answer the question, “WHY AM I HERE”. The answer is…I don’t know. I guess God decided to give me chance to work in RADIO HEAVEN….an afternoon shift on a classic rock station…for a great broadcast company….Saga Broadcasting’s Jonesboro Radio Group.
Ryan “DJ Ice Tre” Beavers
6 p.m. to Midnight on Hot 107.5
A native of Newport, Arkansas, Ryan Beavers has had eight years of experience in broadcast. Earning his degree in Digital Media and Design with an emphasis in Radio and Television from Arkansas State University’s Department of Media, he was given the opportunity to DJ part-time for Hot 107.5.
He said wanted to be in the industry because he was already involved in music and DJ life, so he thought it was something that would always keep his interest.
His favorite songs are “Song Cry” by JayZ, “Dollar Dream” by J. Cole, and “Jammin” by Bob Marley.
Beavers supports City Youth Ministries and American Red Cross.
In his spare time, he is interested in music, sports, gaming, and being around dogs. He also has a mobile DJ service and does mix-tape hosting.
Brett Hall
5 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Mix 106.3
Brett Hall, a native of Dallas, is a long-time friend and cherished employee of Jonesboro Radio Group. He got into radio at a young age just because it seemed fun and has been a part of the industry for over 35 years.
In addition to being an on-air personality, Hall also is a Realtor with Westbrook & Reeves Real Estate Company and owns Local Culture, a yogurt shop in Jonesboro.
Hall says he regularly donates to Make-A-Wish, Stumo, and Axis and is interested in reading and is a die hard movie fanatic.
He shares his life with wife, Selena Barber, and his two grown sons.
Ellie Smith
7 p.m. to Midnight on 104.9 The Fox
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Mix 106.3
BIRTHDAY: October 5
FAMILY: I am married to my best friend Nick Smith, and we have been married for 1 year but have been together since 2017. We met during our freshman year of college and have been inseparable ever since. We have a chocolate labradoodle named Remington who is 3, and the light of our lives, and we look forward to starting a family in the next few years! You might also recognize my dad, Trey Stafford, who is the reason I am now doing this today!
MY RADIO HISTORY: Well, I just started! The only radio history I have is studying my dad and all of the on-air talent of the Jonesboro Radio Group since I was a little girl. I used to love getting up with my dad, going through the McDonald’s drive-thru and getting a Cinna-Melt & an Orange Juice, and laying on the couch outside of the Fox Hole and listening to him do his show in the morning! I interned under Christie Matthews in sales in 2019 while I was in college, and I worked there for almost 2 years as the Digital Product Specialist, before deciding to pursue my love of coaching dance at Arkansas State as well as doing social media for A-State and local businesses here in Northeast Arkansas. Before I could get out of the door on my last day, I was presented with the opportunity to do my own show on 104.9 The Fox, and I couldn’t say yes fast enough! I am so excited for this opportunity and to expand my radio history even more!
FAVORITE MUSIC: Anything country or pop! My favorite artist of all time is George Strait, who I’ve gotten to see TWICE! My second favorite is Chris Stapleton, who Nick and I have seen 4 times, and one of those times was WITH George!!! It was incredible!!! However, from the day after Thanksgiving until Christmas night, all I listen to is Christmas music!
MOVIES: The Proposal & The Parent Trap are two classics I could watch any time, any day!
TELEVISION: I’ve been on a Shark Tank kick lately, but typically I’m a reality TV girl! I know, it’s awful!! I have danced since I was 2, so Dance Moms is always a good classic to reminisce on, but I’m also a huge Bachelor and Bachelorette fan!
ADDICTION: I would probably say my dog, Remi. I treat him like our first-born child, always worrying about him, wanting to entertain him or include him on our trips and adventures. If we go to Andy’s, I do not go without him so he can get a puppy cone! I don’t know what he’s going to do when we actually have a child… I really think he has only child syndrome!
HOBBY: I love to cook, and surprisingly I love to cook for people! When I’m at events or gatherings, oddly enough, I hate sitting down. I feel like I need to be doing something, so I usually try to take on the role of cooking so I can talk with everyone but stay busy at the same time! I know… it’s weird! But I love to cook and bake, I sometimes am scared or hesitant to try new recipes, but you never know until you try! If it doesn’t work, never do it again, and if it does, add it to the list of meals to rotate!
CHARITIES AFFILIATED WITH: I have been involved with the Make-A-Wish Foundation since I was 6 years old, all thanks to the Jonesboro Radio Group. One of the days I went to work with my dad in the morning as a little girl was the day of the Have-A-Heart Wish-A-Thon, and it opened my eyes to the opportunity to give back through such an incredible organization. From that day on, I have fundraised at my elementary, junior high, and high schools, raised thousands of dollars through baking strawberry pies with my Papaw’s recipe, and volunteering and advocating for the organization through my time in the Miss America Organization.
FAVE APPS: As a social media manager, I spend 100% of my time on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok. Honestly, if I had to choose between the 3, I would easily say TikTok. That app makes me laugh, makes me smile, makes me cry, and has taught me a lot of great life hacks and recipes too!
MEMORABLE ON AIR MOMENT: Well, since I just started, I would say my first night! I got to spend it with Mitch Mahan who showed me the ropes, and I was SO nervous! I had never even touched the computer screen before that is in the Fox Hole, let alone do my own show! He was so encouraging and supportive, however, and made me feel so much more confident in myself that this is exactly where I was meant to be. I am so excited to learn so much and to be able to look back on that first night years from now and be proud of how much I’ve grown!
COOLEST CELEBRITIES I’VE MET: My favorite celebrity I have ever met was Alison Krauss when I was a little girl. I played the violin from the time I was 4 or 5 until the time I graduated high school. I went to Alison’s concert at a very young age and sat in the front row with my violin in hand, hoping she would sign it. We had no backstage passes, we were just hopeful that she would notice me! Sure enough, after I fell asleep in the middle of the concert, one of her stage hands invited us back to meet her after the concert. She signed my violin, and it still sits on the piano at my parents’ home to this day. It was an incredible moment!
FAVE DRINK: Orange Juice is my favorite drink of all time. If I’m getting Shadrach’s, it’s a “St. Shaddy” Rad Shaddy (the March edition of their Rad Shaddy is unmatched and I still order it every other time of the year) or a Hot Chocolate, because I don’t drink coffee. And if it’s a night out, I am a Margarita connoisseur!
FAVE RESTAURANTS: Sumo is the G.O.A.T. and you won’t convince me otherwise! When I’m on a budget, however – Papitos or Texas Roadhouse (Nick and I split the Bone-In Ribeye and the sides)!
PET PEEVE: Honestly, when people burp out loud! That grosses me out so much. And after being together for 7 years, my husband still forgets that, lol!
BEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU’VE EVER BEEN GIVEN: On my last day as the Digital Product Specialist, my co-worker, Lynn Stillwell, got me a card. In the card, she wrote, “Your Job is What You Do, but Your Family is Who You Are.” In a stage of life where I’m still figuring out what I’m being called to do, it can become very overwhelming to the point where I catch myself prioritizing my work over my personal time with my family. At the end of the day, however, family
should always be the priority because it is what fills you with joy and love the most. I am so incredibly thankful for Nick who has supported me through this crazy journey, and Lynn provided a great reminder that my family will always be who I am, not what I do for work.
Mitch Mahan
Program Director for 100.5 The Eagle
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on 100.5 The Eagle
Mitch served nine years in the Jonesboro market prior to joining JRG. He also served for 10 years as Program Director for WIRK-FM in West Palm Beach Florida. In total, he has been in the radio industry for 40 years.
The Fruita, Colorado native loves mostly Classic Country, but is interested in all generes. He has won various Addy awards, and enjoys golf, not falling down, not falling down while golfing, and his dogs (who like to knock him down).
Mitch is engaged and is the father of two good children out of three.
Kevin Box
7 p.m. to Midnight on 100.5 The Eagle
2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Mix 106.3
Kevin Box was born just outside of Los Angeles, California – and for reasons unbeknownst to him he moved to Arkansas at age 18.
Kevin believes that the most important thing in life is helping other people. Even people like Mitch Mahan and Phil Jamison. He is a Deacon at the Southwest Church here in Jonesboro. He will probably invite you to church when you meet him.
He has three stunning daughters; each extraordinary in their own way. There is nothing he is more proud of than these three. Alongside his daughters he has danced ballet and performed in musicals at the Foundation of Arts in Jonesboro – where he is a member of the board.
Kevin is bald and getting old, but he can still smoke you in any sport you choose. He played Football at Harding University and Rugby with the Jonesboro Chiefs. Marathons, Triathlons, Tough Mudders, did them all…just don’t ask him to do them anymore.
