Women to Watch: Paisley Banks; Froggy 101.7/104.9, Frankfort, KY
(By Charese Frugé) Paisley Banks is the Morning Host of Seven Mountains Media's Froggy 101.7/104.9 in Frankfort, KY. She also does middays for her sister station Froggy 95.5 in Johnstown, PA, and is Promotions Director for the Frankfort cluster.
RAB Unites Radio Industry Execs For ‘One Voice’ Initiative Debut
The RAB launched its One Voice initiative with organization President Mike Hulvey corralling an all-star lineup of radio executives on Wednesday to unite the industry with a consistent message to advertisers about the true power of the medium.
Public Radio Grant Freeze Put On Ice As Confusion Remains
After a White House attempt to halt federal funding that would have affected grant money for public radio, the Office of Management and Budget has rescinded its initial memo as a federal judge says he will move to block any future actions of the same nature.
Urban Radio Saw Record Growth Among Black Listeners In 2024
Even as other media proliferates, Black Americans remain dedicated audio consumers, with radio and podcast listening averaging 27.4 million Black adults weekly - a number comparable to Connected TV.
Field Reflects on Audacy’s Transformation in Farewell Letter
As David J. Field steps down as President and CEO of Audacy, he has delivered a final message to staff. In an all-company memo shared with Radio Ink, Field shared his optimism for Audacy’s future as it enters a new chapter under fresh leadership.
David Field Steps Down As Audacy CEO
Two days after the broadcaster officially closed its Chapter 11 proceedings, David J. Field has stepped down as Audacy President, CEO, and Board Member.
Public Radio Grants in Limbo As White House Tries Fund Freeze
After years of GOP efforts to end government grants for public radio, the White House seeks to halt some of that federal funding as part of a larger analysis from the Office of Management and Budget tied to recent Executive Orders from President Trump.
Audacy Ends Chapter 11 Proceedings with Final Court Decree
With a court order from Judge Christopher Lopez, Audacy has officially completed its restructuring process under Chapter 11. The US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas issued a final decree closing the broadcaster's sole remaining Chapter 11 case.
RAB Affirms New Mission Statement and Strategic Goals for 2025
After a year of leadership transitions, the RAB is revitalizing its mission to support and strengthen America’s radio broadcasters as it heads into 2025. The organization unveiled an updated mission statement along with key initiatives and goals for the year.
New York Proposes Tax Incentives for Local Radio Advertising
A newly proposed bill in New York aims to further incentivize small businesses to invest in local radio advertising. The Lift Our Communities Advertise Locally, or LOCAL, Act would provide eligible businesses a tax credit equal to 80% of their spending on local radio ads.
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