FCC Locks In Rules For 2027 FM Construction Permit Auction
Broadcasters hoping to launch a new FM station have deadlines to work with. The FCC has finalized bidding procedures for the sale of 132 FM construction permits nationwide, confirming a September application window for a previously announced February start.
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Beasley Sells Two More Signals to K-LOVE in Charlotte and Vegas
Two Beasley Media Group signals are headed for Christian radio ownership. Charlotte's KISS 95.1 (WNKS) and Las Vegas' X107.5 (KXTE) are being bought by Educational Media Foundation, while their current formats resurface on sister frequencies within each market.
Riverfront Leans In On South Dakota Sports With New Network
Riverfront Broadcasting is consolidating western South Dakota's sports radio coverage under one roof. The company has acquired Fox Sports Rapid City (KIMM-AM) from Black Hills Broadcasting, launching the Riverfront Sports Network with KOTA-AM and KDSJ-AM.
Recognizing Sellers and Managers Behind Radio’s Growth Engine
Digital isn't radio's side hustle anymore. Digital ad revenue has grown from $600 million in 2016 to a $2.3 billion engine in 2025, and it now represents 24.4% of the average station's total revenue nationwide, according to RAB's latest Digital Benchmarking Report.
Lead Like Steve
(Deborah Parenti) There’s something deeply human about leadership. At its heart, it’s not about titles, corner offices, or standing above others; it’s about standing with them. The best leaders understand that true leadership flows from caring as much about people as about results.
From Grocery To Finance, Sports Audio Delivers for Brands
Five months after its State of Audio report about sports fandom, Audacy is back with more evidence for investing in radio with category-specific web traffic data and two new advertiser case studies, timed to a football season about to bring fresh ad dollars.
Dropping The Ball In Front Of A Potential Client
(Loyd Ford) You are standing in front of a client, walking confidently through your presentation, when they stop you. “There’s a mistake on this slide.” Your heart drops. For one painful second, everything feels louder. What you do next matters.
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Client’s Personal Stories Touch Listeners
(Jeffrey Hedquist) Many advertising clients started businesses because of a personal crisis. Some did it because of a discovery, breakthrough, or surprising benefit. Capturing these personal stories can be a powerful way to create effective commercials.
California Rock RIF: Anaheim Broadcasting Lays Off KCAL Airstaff
The entire airstaff at Anaheim Broadcasting's KCAL 96.7 has been let go as the Inland Empire classic rock station moves to a no-jock format. Hosts confirmed the cuts on social media Friday, as ownership framed the change as "fewer interruptions and more music."
Columbus Blue Jackets Trade Their Radio Voice For A TV Feed
The voice who has called Columbus Blue Jackets games on AM/FM for 17 seasons won't be back for the next one. The team confirmed Bob McElligott's contract will not be renewed as the team begins to use the television broadcast audio feed for a radio simulcast.
Partsch of the Plan: Delta Media Picks New OM For Lafayette
Delta Media Corporation is promoting from within to lead its Southwest Louisiana radio stations. Raymond Partsch III moves up to Operations Manager after seven years as Program Director of ESPN 103.7 Lafayette (KLWB) and ESPN 104.1 Lake Charles (KLCJ).
Pierre Robert, Gary Krantz Among Nine New Radio Hall Legends
The Radio Hall of Fame's Nominating Committee has selected its 2026 Legends class, a posthumous honor recognizing nine figures who shaped the industry. The Hall will recognize these Legends, alongside the eight living inductees announced in May, later this year.
MIW Names Nowik 2026 Programming Mentorship Recipient
Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio has found its eighth Elevating Women in Programming mentee. Cosette Nowik, PD and Afternoon host for Cumulus Media's 96.9 The Fox (WWWX) in Oshkosh, WI, will spend the next year paired with senior programmers.
SiriusXM Rings In New Era With WWE Radio
Ahead of SummerSlam, SiriusXM and WWE are launching WWE Radio on channel 156, the new official audio home of WWE. Starting July 27, the channel will feature daily programming from key talent and live play-by-play of WWE’s Premium Live Events.
World’s Largest EV Maker Adopts DTS AutoStage
The world's largest electric vehicle manufacturer is getting hybrid radio and video entertainment built in. Chinese automaker BYD is adopting Xperi's DTS AutoStage as its exclusive in-car media platform, becoming the fourteenth major automaker to sign on.
TM Studios, Mix 96.5 Reunite For New Jingle Pack
TM Studios and Mix 96.5 Brand Manager JR Ammons are working together again, this time on a new jingle package for Audacy's Houston Hot AC station. The package, called "Mix Hot AC 2," is already on air on KHMX and is now available for syndication.
