Ocean State Media Buyouts Plug Rescission Hole; End Layoff Plan
Rhode Island’s newly merged public radio and television organization, Ocean State Media, will not pursue layoffs after enough employees accepted voluntary buyouts to cover a $1.1 million budget shortfall created by Congress’s decision to eliminate federal support.
Tampa Bay Lightning Extend Bone Broadcast Deal With CMG
Cox Media Group and The Tampa Bay Lightning announced a multi-year contract extension, keeping 102.5 The Bone (WHPT) as the team’s official flagship station. The deal ensures fans continue to hear the familiar broadcast team and expanded coverage throughout Florida.
Dems Want FCC Chairman Ousted Over Free Speech Concerns
In an extraordinary clash over free speech and political power, Democrats are demanding FCC Chairman Brendan Carr resign after his remarks about broadcast content and penalties raise hard questions about government pressure on the future of industry consolidation.
Edison: Cultural Stories and Spanish Hosts Drive Latino Listening
As Hispanic Heritage Month begins, new data from Edison Research shows Latino audio listeners are tuning in and asking for more. Cultural connection is driving demand for Spanish-language content, local stories, and hosts who reflect their lived experience.
Radio United Joins Fight Against Childhood Cancer In Laredo
Laredo's Radio United held its inaugural Fight Like A Kid Radiothon, raising $9,124.71 to support local children battling cancer and the families who care for them. The 13-hour event, benefitting Smiles From Heaven, aired across the company's four signals on September 12.
Radio Can Do What Politics Can’t
(Randy Lane) The United States has been rocked by political violence this year. As broadcast influencers, we have a powerful platform. We can either add to the hate and division, or we can be the voice of connection, collaboration, and positivity.
Talent, Use Your Three Minutes Wisely
(Buzz Knight) There has been much talk since Nielsen amended the quarter-hour listening credit rule to three minutes. Rather than consider what it means for ratings measurement, I want to focus on how talent need to accept this gift with their eyes wide open.
CRS Opens Applications for 2026 Lisa McKay Scholarship
Country Radio Broadcasters and Country Radio Seminar have opened applications for the Lisa McKay Women in Radio Scholarship. The program honors McKay’s impact on radio programming and provides new opportunities for aspiring female leaders.
Shoreline Expands In Kentucky As Estes Ends Ownership
Whitley Broadcasting Company owner David P. Estes is retiring after forty years in radio, and is relinquishing control of his two stations on the Tennessee/Kentucky border in a sale to Shoreline Communications' Mike and Laura Harris.
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