American Public Media Starts Sixth Local Journalism Challenge
American Public Media Group’s Glen Nelson Center has opened applications for the 2026 Next Challenge for Media & Journalism, a national competition that will distribute $250,000 to nonprofit and for-profit startups advancing local journalism innovation.
SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Returns to Daytona for Race Week
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season begins this week, and SiriusXM will carry live coverage of the 68th running of the Daytona 500 on February 15, along with race broadcasts and daily programming from Speedweek at Daytona International Speedway.
DAX US, Learfield Partner on Live College Sports Audio
Global’s DAX US has reached an agreement with Learfield to support live college sports digital audio streams, expanding advertiser access to real-time play-by-play inventory across collegiate athletics, beginning with college basketball postseason coverage.
Central Florida Public Media Adds More Mort At Night
Central Florida Public Media is growing its evening programming with the addition of "Talking Central Florida," featuring Orlando journalist Steve Mort. The local news program will air on Wednesday evenings on 90.7 (WMFE) and 89.5 (WMFV) starting on February 18.
Record December Helps Podcast Ad Spending Leap 32% In Q4
As traditional audio brands searched for footing in Q4, podcast ad spending exploded, with December shattering expectations. But the real story isn't just growth; it's where the money went and what advertisers discovered about video versus audio-only shows.
Paige Nienaber’s Midweek Idea Dump: Tales From The Bowl
(Paige Nienaber) Congrats. You survived The Bowl. That used to be something that it was just a given that a station would do something with. Why? Because it’s omnipresent and we need to acknowledge omnipresence. Not a ton of highlights from 2026, but here are the top three.
Townsquare Media’s Jessica Reid Chosen as MIW Digital Mentee
Mentoring & Inspiring Women in Radio has named Townsquare Media Northwest Michigan Multi-Media Account Executive Jessica Reid as its 2026 MIW Digital Mentee, continuing the organization’s focus on developing emerging leaders in digital and audio sales.
Michael T. Sherry Launches Sales Consultancy for Local Radio
Former Forever Media Vice President of Sales Michael T. Sherry has launched MTS Media Consultant, a consultancy designed to support local and regional broadcasters navigating changes in advertiser expectations, sales workflows, and competition from digital media.
Norman Gilliland Prepares For Exit From Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Public Radio will mark the end of an era this summer when longtime classical host Norman Gilliland retires, concluding more than four decades on the network. His final broadcast of Midday Classics is scheduled for June 19 on the WPR Music service.
John Kobylt Returning to Afternoon Drive On LA Talk Radio
Los Angeles’ KFI AM 640 will roll out a new weekday programming lineup beginning February 17, repositioning several of the iHeartMedia station's most recognizable voices, including the return of John Kobylt to afternoon drive for the first time since 2023.
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