Dakota Radio Group Classic Hits “100.1 The Eagle” KJBI Fort Pierre SD has announced the cancellation of the syndicated Bob & Tom Show after a comment made by host Tom Griswold on Thursday’s show.

While discussing the impending name change of Washington’s NFL team, Griswold used an analogy to “Redskins” with another name seen as offensive by the Native American community.

In a memo to listeners, Dakota Radio Group General Manager Diane Deis issued the following statement that included an apology from Griswold:

Dakota Radio Group owners, management and staff have announced that as of 7/16/2020, the Bob & Tom Show will no longer be heard on any of their stations, but specifically, KJBI 100.1 The Eagle.

During the Bob & Tom Show on 7/16/2020 an offensive comment was made that depicted Native Americans in a disparaging way. No one at Dakota Radio Group condones that type of uneducated and hurtful comment and although we have received an apology from Tom Griswold of the Bob & Tom Show, we stand with the Native American community to break ties with the show.

Mr Griswold stated, “I made an attempt at humor on a sensitive subject and I sincerely apologize to our listeners. My ire was directed at Mr. Dan Snyder, the owner of the Washington DC NFL team, who has repeatedly been insensitive to the difficulties that many people have with the name Redskins. I should have not used an analogy with another offensive name.”

We apologize that any negative comment was heard while listening to one of our stations and ask for your forgiveness and opportunity to continue to be your source for news, sports, local activities, weather and appropriate entertainment. We will strive to earn your trust and respect back as we determine how to proceed with programming on KJBI FM.