How One Radio Company Covered the Devastating Tornadoes
When 8 deadly tornadoes touched down in the state of Arkansas, Saga Communications was ready. Jonesboro Market Manager Trey Stafford tells Radio Ink the generators were on standby in case power went down and his team was ready to do what radio does best -- inform the community. Here's our interview with Stafford about what went down.
Saga’s Christie Mathews
To say 2020 was an interesting year for Saga's Christie Mathews would be quite an understatement. As if dealing with the revenue crippling COVID at the stations she leads at the Jonesboro Radio Group wasn't enough, her world was shattered when she received a cancer diagnosis. Our Sales Manager of The Week Feature is sponsored by The Center For Sales Strategy.
Could Bongino Be Headed For Fox News Radio?
That's one of the rumors flying around as Bongino takes this week off from broadcasting his program on hundreds of Cumulus radio stations. During his protest against Cumulus' vaccine mandate, Bongino continues releasing podcast episodes.
Here Are Radio’s 2021 Murrow Award Winners
The Radio Television Digital News Association has announced the national winners of the 2021 Edward R. Murrow Awards. These are the best of the best across the country. Here are the radio winners and the work they produced to claim the crown.
Eleven More Reps Sign LRFA
On the heels of the proposed American Music Freedom Act by Representatives Ted Deutch and Darrell Issa, the NAB announced Monday that 11 more members of the House of Representatives have signed on to the Local Radio Freedom Act. Radio needs 100 more signatures.
Association To Test Effectiveness of Radio Ads
Imagine if you had actual data that showed how effective a well-produced radio ad was with your listeners? The Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters is partnering with Sensory Logic and Spot Q Services to test radio commercials for emotional engagement.
Morgan Wallen Returning To Radio
Although there have been no press releases, and there probably will not be, it's clear country star Morgan Wallen is being added back to radio stations across the country. Back in February Wallen received close to an industry-wide ban after he was caught on tape using the "N" word.
Radio Silence From CMG
It appears the Ransomware attack on Cox Media Group, first reported last week, has not yet been rectified. And, the company is not saying a word about it. Even the CMG main website remains down as of Tuesday morning.
Urban One Wins Bid For Richmond Casino
The Richmond Resort Casino Evaluation Panel has recommended that the ONE Casino + Resort move forward as the city’s preferred casino gaming operator. The Evaluation Panel’s recommendation is supported by Richmond Mayor Stoney.
Podcasting Ad Revenue Was Our Topic on Clubhouse Friday
The IAB has released its annual Podcast Advertising Revenue Study which projects the industry will see $2 billion in ad revenue by 2023. Eric John, VP for the IAB Media Center & Chris Bruderle, IAB's Senior Director of Research & Analytics joined Radio Ink editor Ed Ryan on Clubhouse Friday to discuss the revenue numbers. LISTEN















