Several prominent staff members at Kansas City radio station Power 105.1 confirmed their departures on August 10, 2026. Among those let go are Shay Moore, host of the Shay Moore Morning Show, along with Tim Newton, known as DJ Nuveau, DJ 9 Eleven, and Pastor Darron Story. These individuals announced the changes to their employment status through personal social media channels, marking a significant shift for the station’s lineup.
Tim Newton, a veteran with the parent company Cumulus Media for 13 years, noted that the station is no longer the entity it once was. Shay Moore, who joined the station in May 2023, expressed readiness for new projects as she moves forward from her role. Pastor Darron Story, who served the community through Sunday programs and the Caring for KC segment for over 12 years, described his time there as an honor.
This reduction in force occurs as parent company Cumulus Media navigates a financial reorganization. The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy earlier this year, aiming to reduce its debt by $600 million. While the company stated in March that its restructuring process would not impact staff or listeners, these departures indicate changes within their local market operations.
Listeners of the hip hop and R&B station have taken to social media to respond to the news. As these personalities transition out of their roles, many have signaled that they plan to continue their work through other platforms or future projects. The station has yet to release an official statement regarding the specific reasons for these layoffs or the future of its current programming schedule.