Phil Ehlke
I began my radio career in 1980 in Thief River Falls, working in both on-air broadcasting and advertising sales. After stops in Fosston and Grand Forks, I committed my life to Christ in 1986 and felt called to help establish a Christian radio ministry in our region.
In 1987, my family returned to Fosston, and in 1992 Pine to Prairie Broadcasting was formed. The station, then known as Q107, officially launched on November 1, 1993, with a mission to share the hope of Christ throughout northern Minnesota and eastern North Dakota.
Over the years, God has faithfully grown the ministry through new communities, additional translators, the Bemidji office, the Grand Forks studio, the transition to Your QFM, and an incredible team of staff, listeners, and supporters.
Today, I continue to help oversee the ministry while traveling between our locations with my wife. We remain grateful for the opportunity to see God use Christian radio to impact lives across the region.
Josh Jones
I’m a lifelong Grand Forks resident, having grown up in the Lincoln Park neighborhood before the 1997 flood. From a young age, music was a major part of my life, and I dreamed of becoming both a professional archer and a professional guitarist—music ended up winning out.
I gave my life to Jesus in 1998, and my faith has guided every chapter since. My wife, Yvonne, and I were blessed with our son Nicholas, who went home to be with the Lord in 2013. I’m honored to share the morning show with Yvonne on Waking Up With The Joneses.
Outside of radio, I enjoy sports, fishing, hunting, teaching guitar, and leading worship at Hope Church in Grand Forks. If you visit on a Sunday, you might spot the big guy with the shiny head playing guitar on the worship team.
Yvonne Jones
I was born and raised on the coast of Massachusetts and later spent time in Arizona before my husband, Josh, convinced me to trade the beach for the frozen tundra of North Dakota.
Today, I co-host Waking Up With The Joneses, manage our Grand Forks office, create graphics, oversee social media, and photograph concerts and events. I love connecting with people, sharing a few laughs, and helping keep everything organized.
When I’m not at the station, I enjoy being creative, spending time with our dog Lucy, and being the “mom” figure that many people know me as.
Vickie Meyer
I’m originally from North Dakota, but I’ve called Bemidji home for the past 14 years. Throughout my career, I’ve worked in customer service, retail, sales, financial institutions, and now Your QFM.
Music has always been a part of my life. I grew up singing with my dad and sisters, and becoming a radio DJ was always my dream. Today, I’m grateful to be living that dream.
My greatest joys are my husband, Curt, and our two children, Aaron and Britney. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, attending concerts and festivals, and traveling whenever I can. My husband and I share a love for exploring new places and have passed that passion on to our children as well.
Rick McConnell
I became a follower of Jesus during my senior year of high school after a friend shared the message of Christ with me. Through her encouragement and the impact of Christian music, I came to understand God’s love and accepted Jesus as my Savior.
I began my career in Christian radio in 1978, shortly after graduating high school, and have served in a variety of radio roles across Colorado, Texas, and other markets. In addition to broadcasting, I own a voiceover company that provides services for hundreds of Christian radio stations across the United States, Canada, and even internationally.
Today, I’m blessed to share life with my wife, Lisa, and our two children, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to continue using radio to encourage and share the hope of Christ.