St. Louis Public Radio Receives Historic Grant For New Program
St. Louis Public Radio has received the largest grant in the organization's history to launch a new program aimed at fostering understanding and dialogue across divides in the region. The $824,917 grant comes from the James S. McDonnell Foundation.
Five New Leaders Elected to NAFB Board of Directors for 2025
The National Association of Farm Broadcasting has announced its 2025 Board of Directors following elections held at the recent NAFB Convention in Kansas City. Five new leaders are joining the board to help guide the agriculture-focused organization.
Buffalo Radio Stations Raise $120K to Support SPCA Erie County
Audacy Buffalo’s WBEN-AM and 107.7 The Wolf (WLKK) raised $120,000 during the SPCA Radiothon on December 11. Proceeds will go to support the SPCA Serving Erie County’s efforts to provide food, shelter, and medical care for pets and wildlife.
In Jersey, The Boss Raises $56K for Jon Bon Jovi’s Soul Kitchen
Press Communications' 107.1 The Boss (WWZY) hosted its 7th Annual Mistletoe Rock Radiothon on December 6, raising $56,252 to support JBJ Soul Kitchen, a non-profit community restaurant run by the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation.
‘Bender’s One Big Give’ Nets $813K for Seattle Children’s Hospital
iHeartMedia Seattle’s 95.7 The Jet (KJEB) hosted the 22nd annual Bender’s One Big Give radiothon with Jodi and Bender in the Morning on December 10, raising over $813,400 to support Seattle Children’s Hospital’s Uncompensated Care Fund.
Rosenworcel: ‘The FCC Shouldn’t Be the President’s Speech Police’
Outgoing FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel is expressing concerns about the potential erosion of the agency’s independence as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office. Rosenworcel warned against political influence in decision-making at the agency.
Who Moved My Cheese… Again?
(By Mike McVay) A highly successful friend of mine shared that he’s hearing from less-tenured radio professionals who’ve never faced what we’re facing now. My friend said, “I’ve seen this before. The cheese is being moved again.”
On The Road to CES 2025: Innovation Through Collaboration
(By Buzz Knight) As we countdown to CES 2025, I have some thoughts on how the power of collaboration yields innovation and how you might harness it inside your organization.
2025 NAB Crystal Radio Awards Shift from Las Vegas to DC
The National Association of Broadcasters has announced a significant change for the 2025 NAB Crystal Radio Awards. Instead of being held during the NAB Show in Las Vegas as in years past, the awards will now be presented at the NAB State Leadership Conference.
Audacy Stock Sale Seeks More Stability for Post-Bankruptcy Debt
Audacy is offering certain stockholders a limited window the chance to buy up to 5 million additional shares of its Class A and Class B Common Stock at $20 per share. The company plans to use the money raised to pay down even more debt, post-bankruptcy.
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