Indy Radio: Jim Denny Signs-Off At 95.5 WFMS

Jim Denny with Kevin & Deb

Friday marked the end of an era on radio airwaves across central Indiana. After 35 years, listeners have driven to work each weekday morning with Jim Dennny on Country 95.5 WFMS.

On this Friday, though, the long-established announcer team "Jim, Deb & Kevin" is fighting back tears during Denny's final morning drive.

As radio hosts go, Denny is pretty much an icon, WTHR-13 reports.

Inducted into the Country Radio Hall of Fame in 2014, he and the team have earned countless honors over the years, including awards from the Academy of Country Music and the Country Music Association.

And in an industry where announcers are often shuffled, contracts not renewed or jobs eliminated, Denny has managed to do what many only dream of.

"I don't think of it as I have anything special," Denny said. "I just ... God's given me a gift."

"I can't thank all these listeners enough for being a part of the family and the years that you've given me the time and the privilege of that time," he said.