College Station’s KAGC Flips From Southern Gospel To ‘Magic’
Bryan Broadcasting has traded Southern Gospel for R&B on KAGC, introducing Magic 97.3 to Texas' Brazos Valley at noon on January 2. The AM station will also feature The Steve Harvey Morning Show starting January 13.
WIBC Radiothon Gains $504k for Central Indiana Salvation Army
Urban One Indianapolis' WIBC held its 30th annual radiothon, raising $504,532.36 for The Salvation Army of Central Indiana. The radiothon, which aimed to raise $430,000, aired live on December 13 and 14.
Saga’s Cascade Cluster Rebrands Under Multimedia Umbrella
Saga Communications' Cascade Radio Group has a new name. The five-station, Bellingham-based cluster in Washington State will now be known as Pacific Northwest Media Group, reflecting its expanded portfolio of digital content.
Oxford Road: AI Balancing Act To Shape Audio’s 2025
As 2025 looms, audio agency Oxford Road gathered a roundtable to forecast unvarnished takes on radio’s profitability and CPMs, podcast ad overload, and the uneasy alliance between AI innovation and the timeless art of authentic storytelling.
FCC Combats Boston Pirate Radio Operators in Year-End Actions
In a year marked by more PIRATE Act enforcement, the FCC has issued what is likely to be the last notice of 2024 to the owners of a suburban Boston property where Enforcement Bureau agents detected an unauthorized radio station.
Radio’s New Year’s Resolutions
(By Mike McVay) The New Year is here. This is that time of year when we resolve to lose weight, sleep more, spend more time with our families, read more books... You get it. I would like to see those of us in radio make some resolutions ourselves for this new year.
Four Big Wishes For The New Year
(By John Shomby) As we make our plans for 2025, I have four very specific wishes for our industry. These are not unrealistic, but they are hopes for industry leaders to take some big steps to get radio on the road to being solidly back in the media conversation.
Court Delays Enforcement of Canada’s Pro-Radio Streaming Tax
The Canadian government’s proposed "Streaming Tax," which would require major global streaming platforms to contribute a percentage of their annual revenue in the country to radio stations, has hit a roadblock over litigation from streaming companies.
2024 Year-End Donations: Secure Your Impact on Radio
As the year draws to a close, you can still make a 2024 contribution to non-profits making a difference in the radio industry. Donations made before midnight on December 31 can make an immediate impact and may qualify for tax deductions.
Atlanta’s B98.5 Fulfills Holiday Wishes for 10 Local Families
Cox Media Group Atlanta's B98.5 (WSB-FM) hosted its 8th annual Tad, Drex & Kara’s Merry Little Christmas, brightening the holidays for 10 deserving local families. Nearly 300 gifts were provided, ensuring every child had presents under the tree this year.
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