Iliad Media Adds Nine Stations With Montana Radio Purchase
Iliad Media Group has announced the acquisition of The Montana Radio Company. With the acquisition, Iliad now operates a total of 23 stations, combining its 14 existing stations in Idaho with MRC's nine stations in Helena.
‘Big D & Bubba’ Lead 2025 Country Radio Hall of Fame Class
The Country Radio Hall of Fame Class of 2025 was revealed during CRS Honors at CRS 2025, recognizing six individuals for their contributions to Country radio including Big D & Bubba and Guinness World Record holder Mary McCoy.
Country Radio’s Biggest Reunion: Radio Ink Brings You CRS 2025
CRS 2025 is officially underway in Nashville and - from the Ryman to the Omni - Radio Ink is on the ground bringing you coverage of the panels, keynotes, and industry trends shaping the future of Country radio and the entire industry.
This Isn’t Radio’s First Rodeo
(By Deborah Parenti) In an era where streaming giants and social media platforms dominate the airtime of our increasingly digital lives, AM/FM stands resilient. So what is the root of radio’s staying power? Country radio knows.
Radio Tops TV for Financial Brands Seeking Engaged Investors
Financial service brands looking to get the most bang for their advertising buck might be best served by turning to radio. Seven consumer studies have found that radio listeners are significantly more engaged with financial services than TV viewers.
Paige Nienaber’s Midweek Idea Dump: Intro To Googlizing
(By Paige Nienaber) If pennies are going away or it’s Valentine's or you’re expecting the coldest weekend since 1947, you kind of need to acknowledge it. You could do a morning show topic or a weekend theme. Or you could change up your web graphic.
Who’s Your Content Decision-Maker?
(By Randy Lane) In our workshops, we define each player's role on the show. We identify the mic order, who is the heart of the show, who is the lightning rod player, and so on. One of the most crucial discussions is who decides what content gets on the show.
Z107.5 St. Jude Radiothon Raises Nearly $96K In Ruston
Red Peach LLC's Z107.5 (KXKZ) in Ruston, LA, concluded its annual St. Jude Radiothon with a fundraising total of $95,690. The event, supported by Super 1 Foods and the Zeta Rho-Epsilon Sigma Alpha service group, surpassed last year's amount by $1,733.
Media Monitors Spot Ten: Progressive Leads, Grainger Hits Third
Progressive has reclaimed the number one spot on the Media Monitors Spot Ten Radio rankings for the week of February 10-16 in monitored markets. TurboTax, which held the top position last week, now ranks second.
Country Music is H-O-T
(By Mike McVay) At the first CRS that I attended in the very early '90s, discussion included the stereotype that Country listeners all drive pickup trucks with gun racks in the back. Now, Country is hotter than ever.
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Lifetime Leadership Award Honoree Harvey Nagler
The $250 Question: Inflation and Contesting
