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Minnesota Public Radio News has launched a new reporting series that aims to tell authentic narratives of diverse communities throughout Minnesota. 'North Star Journey: A journal exploring the history and culture of Minnesota communities', will feature weekly radio segments, web stories and multimedia components.

Bill Lacy, one of Buffalo's longest running morning personalities, has announced his retirement from radio after a 50-year career. Lacy has anchored the Classic Hits 104.1 (WHTT-FM) morning show since joining the station in April 2002.

SiriusXM is partnering with Pantheon Media to launch Basic! The original SXM Podcast explores the glory days of cable television, celebrating an era in pop culture.

The NAB Radio Board has approved an on-air campaign to educate listeners on The American Music Fairness Act. The goal of the campaign is to educate listeners to the harm of legislation that would impose another fee on free radio.

The six newest Eastlan markets are: Chico CA, Hot Springs AR, Redding CA, San Angelo TX, Utica NY and Waco TX. Galaxy CEO Ed Levine, who owns stations in Utica, said it’s time to change.

The Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio organization has extended the deadline for applications for its 2022 Mildred Carter Mentoring Program to Tuesday, March 29, 2022.

New Jersey 101.5 (WKXW-FM) upcoming Town Hall broadcast will look at the impact the pandemic has had on students and the loss of learning. Eric Scott, Senior Political Director for the station; will host a panel of educators, behavioral specialists, education advocates and policymakers to examine how best to deal with pandemic-induced learning loss.

Salem Media Group has promoted William Long, Jr. to Senior Vice President and General Manager, Salem Church Products. Long has been with Salem for 21 years; he will continue to oversee all aspects of the SCP business.

Jonathan Carlson is slated to be a new morning drive co-anchor on WWJ News Radio 950 in Detroit. Carlson, a television news veteran, joins Roberta Jasina April 18.

97.3 The Fan’s (KWFN-FM) San Diego has added Sam Levitt as pregame and postgame host. Levitt will join The Padres Radio Network broadcast team alongside play-by-play announcer Jesse Agler and color analyst Tony Gwynn Jr, beginning this season.