KBOI Breaks Record for Toy Drive
Boise news-talk station KBOI (670 AM, 93.1 FM) broke a record during its annual toy drive with the U.S. Marine Corps. The charity event, Idaho's largest Toy Drive, saw more than 15,000 toys donated and an additional $45,000 in cash.
WNNF Collects Toys During ‘Homegrown’ Benefit Concert
Cincinnati country station WNNF (94.1 FM, Cat Country) hosted its annual "Homegrown" benefit concert on Saturday. The station partnered with the Police Department of Covington, Kentucky and the Steinford Toy Foundation to collect toys for local children.
WOWO Raises $207,000 for Honor Flight
Fort Wayne, Indiana news-talk station WOWO (1190 AM, 107.5 FM) raised over $207,000 during a two-day campaign for Honor Flight Northeast Indiana, which helps Purple Heart recipients fly to Washington D.C. to reflect at national memorials.
Lou Merloni Leaves WEEI Talk Show
Former Major League Baseball player Lou Merloni has decided to depart his WEEI (93.7 FM) talk show after more than a decade in front of the microphone there. Merloni said his decision to leave came amid the expiration of his contract.
Beasley Detroit Station Helps Homeless
KISS-FM in Detroit's 8th Annual “Sleeping Bags for the Homeless” Radiothon raised $107, 250 to benefit Detroit’s homeless and families living in area shelters. Proceeds benefited the EMG Foundation.
Stations Raise Funds for Children’s Hospitals, Charities
Stations in Milwaukee, Boston, Richmond, Madison, Chicago, Hartford, Philadelphia and Houston raised hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash and other donations during charity events to benefit local children's hospitals and other non-profit groups.
Our Exclusive Interview With Saga CEO Chris Forgy
The December 12th issue of Radio Ink magazine starts mailing across the country to subscribers today. The issue includes radio's 30 And Under Superstars and our cover story interview with new Saga CEO Chris Forgy. Here's a preview of our interview.
Our Credibility Matters in Sales
(By Pat Bryson) People don't usually buy from people they don't trust. They are also unlikely to buy from salespeople who have no credibility. When we ask clients for thousands of dollars, they need to feel we know how to get them a return on their investment.
Does Radio Hardware Matter?
(By Larry Rosin) The radio "hardware crisis" has accelerated over the last few years: Nearly 61% of Americans have a single-use radio in their homes as consumers gravitate toward Internet-connected devices. The issue is even impacting new cars.
The Truth About Economy And Sellers In 2023
(By Loyd Ford) If you’re responsible for revenue now and in the looming 2023 coming soon, two key issues – once sharpened – can result in YOU selling more advertising: Recognizing the people you come into contact with, and salespeople need to see more people.
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