For the third time in seven years, a Christian radio network has taken over an Atlanta FM signal.

Atlanta-based Cumulus Media announced it has sold its 97.9 signal to Radio Training Network, which is based in Lakeland, Florida. Once the Federal Communications Commission clears the deal, 97.9 will become the Joy FM, a Christian pop station.

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