KLOS Afternoon Icon Geno Michelini Dead At 77
Los Angeles radio is mourning the loss of Theodore Eugene Dunmire, best known on-air as Geno Michelini, who passed away on March 2. Michelini was a key part of KLOS's history, known for his catchphrase "How Ya Doin?" and his "Bang The Drum" weekend kickoff.
Vinny Marino To Program For Pamal’s Vermont Operations
Pamal Broadcasting has announced the appointment of Vinny Marino as the Operations Manager and Program Director for its Catamount cluster in Vermont. Marino, the former Program Director at WXKC in Erie, PA, has programmed in New York City and Chicago.
Austin Radio Staple David Anderson Dies Following Cancer Battle
Longtime Austin radio personality David Anderson passed away last Tuesday at 73 due to cancer. Anderson's career spanned more than four decades in Texas broadcasting. He is also being remembered for his volunteer work and deep commitment to philanthropy.
Philadelphia’s Fanatic Gets New Morning and Midday Lineup
Beasley Media Group has announced a fresh addition to mornings on 97.5 The Fanatic (WPEN) in Philadelphia, bringing in Andrew Salciunas alongside veteran AM drive host John Kincade for Kincade and Salciunas. The program starts Monday, March 18.
Wisconsin Broadcasters Name 2024 HoF Class and Local Legends
The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Foundation has announced this year's inductees into the WBA Hall of Fame and 2024's class of Local Broadcast Legends. he WBA Hall of Fame, established in 1989, pays tribute to broadcasters with a minimum of 25 years in the industry.
Audacy Announces Departure of Digital Audio Leader Tim Clarke
Audacy has confirmed that Senior Vice President of Digital Audio Content Tim Clarke will be leaving the company at the end of March. As Audacy realigns its organizational strategy coming out of bankruptcy, Clarke's role will not be directly replaced.
As One Mark Exits Z100 As PD, Another Mark Takes His Place
iHeartMedia is making major changes to its leadership team at New York City’s iconic Z100, which also affects the company’s Phoenix market. Mark Medina is leaving the Program Director post at Z100 to become SVP of Programming in Phoenix starting May 1.
NAB To Award Townsquare’s Sun Sachs For Digital Leadership
The National Association of Broadcasters has selected Townsquare Media Senior Vice President of Digital Products Sun Sachs as the recipient of its 2024 Digital Leadership Award. He has been a key contributor to Townsquare's digital-first business model.
CSS Adds Former Market Manager Stephanie Callihan
Stephanie Callihan has joined The Center for Sales Strategy as a Senior Business Development Lead. She brings her more than 35 years of media experience to CSS' LeadG2, Up Your Culture, and the recently acquired Robertson Lowstuter.
Townsquare Branches Out Into ‘Taste of Country Mornings’
Townsquare Media's Taste of Country brand has launched its very own morning show, Taste of Country Mornings. Hosted by Nicole Taylor and Matthew Wood, the four-hour weekday program is initially available over-the-air in four markets and via the Taste of Country site.