Meet Our Staff

Marie Rock, Program Manager 

My name is Marie Rock. I grew up in Phoenix, Arizona, where I graduated from Maryvale High School.  I moved to Denver, Colorado to get married in 1984, and eventually moved to Minnesota. 
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I am a former Contracting Officer for the Bureau of Indian Affairs – I worked there for 10 years, and at the same time, held a part time position as an Announcer for C.D. Broadcasting in Bemidji for KKBJ. When the government eliminated most P.L. 93-628 Contract positions, I went to work for R.P. Broadcasting as a full-time Announcer. I moved up to Promotions Director, and eventually added Assistant Program Director to my title. I worked in that building for 12 years – in various shifts on three stations (Adult Contemporary, Oldies, and Classic Country) with my last shift being a morning show host and a Friday night 80’s show host. After working for R.P. Broadcasting, and a few casino jobs later, I decided to attend college.

I attended Bemidji State University in 2004 and graduated in December 2009 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology, and a minor emphasis in Sociology. After college I went to work for Oshki Manidoo – White Earth’s Adolescent Treatment Center in Bemidji. I worked there as a Youth Counselor. I really enjoyed working with kids, but the opportunity for radio came, and I went to work as Program Manager for KOJB here in Cass Lake.  I have been here since 2011. 
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I live in Cass Lake with my husband Lee and my son Justin.  I am the proud grandmother of six grandchildren, and I have a daughter that lives in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.   

Shontel Isham, Business Manager

Ahneen,  Hello from my beautiful state of MN.  Born with Leech Lake Ojibwe in my blood and Bear clan in my soul. I enjoy every season and I am inspired by the plant kingdom. I have been in the holistic business for nearly 20 years with teachings of well-rounded healthy living - naturally ( health care system for 17 years prior). I moved to Hackensack and comes in the radio movement.  I volunteered at KOJB for the past ten years with the Southern Country Gospel Show and working with Amper's Arts and Heritage Cultural Grant with the Traditional Plants Program-for every illness there is a plant for healing. With a forward drive on life - The position of Business Manager came up and I thought my brain is ready for new knowledge. I am passionate about the radio biz- hosting, programming shows and now Business Manager, bringing educational, informative content to the band members.

Governing Body:
Chairman: Faron Jackson, Sr,
Secretary/Treasurer: Leonard Fineday
District I Representative: Kyle Fairbanks,
District II Representative: Steve White,
District III Representative: LeRoy Staples Fairbanks III

CAB Members:
Bonnie Fairbanks Stangle - Chair
Sandra Fairbanks
Terry Smith
Toby Losh
Gary Charwood

Mission Statement & Goals of KOJB Radio

The educational mission of KOJB 90.1 FM will be to enhance the history, language, and traditional way of the Anishinabe, providing national native media and noncommercial programming, as well as media access for the Leech Lake Reservation.  KOJB will be the resource for educating the audience about the oral history of the Anishinabe. Where the clans set and govern the way of life, as well as the life way (spirituality) involved in all activities of life, KOJB will promote: utilizing storytelling, drums, singing, and how nature with the Anishinabe keep in balance within each other.

Programming Philosophy

KOJB Radio provides cultural, educational, and informational programming in addition to entertainment.  Cultural programs include pow wow and round dance programs, historical programming involving drum and dance, history of the reservation, local pow wows, natural medicines and Ojibwe-language programming – from Ojibwe language programming to the Ojibwe phrase of the day.  Educational programming varies from health programs, native issues, and local programming describing the services from the programs run by the Leech Lake Reservation.  Informational programs include National/Local news, community events, and emergency/weather related information.  Entertainment programming includes an eclectic mix of music.

Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Grant

In November 2008, Minnesotans passed the clean water, land, and legacy amendment to the Minnesota Constitution. As a result, over the next twenty-five years, 3/8 of one percent of the state’s sales tax will be dedicated as follows:
33 percent to a clean water fund,
33 percent to an outdoor heritage fund,
14.25 percent to a parks and trails fund, and
19.75 percent to an arts and cultural heritage fund
Proceeds from the arts and cultural heritage fund “may be spent only on arts, arts education and arts access and to preserve Minnesota’s history and cultural heritage.”

MN Arts Programs on KOJB

Learning the Ojibwe Language – A weekly lesson in Ojibwe 
Traditional Medicines and Plants – Discussion on Traditional Medicinal Plants and the healing affects from our Ancestors teachings. The program will include teas, herbal remedies, how to make suave & oils, covering topics on ailments and the plants to use. 
The Ojibwe Way of Life –  Traditional teachings about the Ojibwe culture.
Environmental Voices – Discussion about various Environmental topics affecting the Earth, facts, and tips on how to do your part to help.
The History of Leech Lake –  A weekly in-depth history lesson about the Leech Lake Reservation.
History of Drum and Dance
​Undercurrents Radio

​KOJB - Carries programming from Native Voice 1:

• Native America Calling
• American Indian Living
• Voices from the Circle

​KOJB - Carries programming from AMPERS:

• Native American Calling: 12:00pm - 1:00pm, Monday - Friday

​Traditional Medicine with Shontel Michaud
Hosting 52 programs and chatting on Traditional Medicinal Plants and the healing affects from our Ancestors teachings. Our program will include teas, herbal remedies, how to make suave & oils, covering topics on ailments and the plants to use. Also, with great respect and many blesses, I will be including interviews with elder Band members from several different tribes and their knowledge passed down from the ancestors. Enjoy and listen in to our program we offer some fun healthy tips using our traditional plants. 

Our Policies

KOJB Policy on Political Candidates 

KOJB does not accept sponsorship from candidates for political office, campaign committees, or from organizations whose names by themselves might raise a political, controversial, or divisive issue. 
Generally, an individual is considered to be a candidate for public office when that individual forms a campaign committee and/or begins campaign fundraising. KOJB realizes that tribal, county, local, and school district candidates, while not exempt from this policy, may be more difficult to detect. 

KOJB discourages the use of morning show announcements for recognition (e.g., congratulations, thank you) of individuals who may be candidates for office. Prior to general elections and statewide primaries, we will give particular scrutiny to new message requests to avoid any underwriting and/or day sponsorships which may be perceived as political endorsements. 
Preexisting underwriting and day sponsor relationships and messages will be honored; unless otherwise not conforming to policies, in such case, will be resumed after the election.

Underwriting Policy

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Underwriting Policy

Employee Policy 

KOJB follows the General Administration Personnel Policies (GAPP) set forth by the Leech Lake Tribal Council and the Human Resources Division. If you would like to review the GAPP please contact the Human Resources Division. 

LLBO HR G.A.P.P.

Diversity Statement

KOJB Radio is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified persons. Regardless of political affiliation, race, gender, age, marital status, religion, natural origin, physical ability, sexual orientation, or any other protected class status under federal, state and Tribal Laws.

Donor Privacy Statement

In accordance with federal and state laws regarding donor privacy and data security, KOJB does disclose donor information to third parties, nor rent donor information to, or exchange such information with political organizations and other/or candidates.

Meeting Notice Policy

Community Advisory Board meetings are held quarterly at KOJB Radio Station and announcements of the meeting are posted throughout the community and announced oh KOJB.

KOJB Audit Report

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Audit Report 2021

KOJB Reports

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KOJB FY22 Content & Service Report

KOJB FY22 EEO Report

KOJB FY21 FSR