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iHeartMedia Boston’s AM 680 WRKO raised over $192,000 during its sixth annual DAV Radiothon to benefit the Disabled  American Veterans Department of Massachusetts. Since 2016, the Radiothon has raised over $800,000 to benefit veterans in the community. 

28-year old William Nixon (pictured) has been arrested, accused of carjacking Chicago radio host Maze Jackson Tuesday night. Jackson posted to Facebook that a truck rear-ended him at 24th and State streets. He then found himself fighting with someone who then took his car. Jackson is a host on WBGX 1570-AM.

iHeartMedia has relaunched of its 'Show Your Stripes' social impact campaign. The program aims to connect veterans and their families with the communities, businesses, resources, programs and nonprofits that can support their different wellness needs.

Kimberly Bryant has been promoted to the newly created position of Director of Client services. Bryant, has been with the media research firm since 2004; most recently serving as Field Coordinator.

Cox Media Group has named Melissa Rivera Integrated Sales Manager for its Houston cluster. Rivera is coming over to CMG from Townsquare Media.

The next RAB Radio Works presentation will focus on understanding and selling the Furniture/Appliances category. The session will provide an overview of the home furnishings industry and an examination of case studies of advertising programs that have proved successful.

Superadio Networks and CTC Productions’ are offering new Speed Bump custom song intros for the holidays. The "sound-a-like intros" are customized for all formats.

Bekki Yang has been promoted from VP Sales to Senior Vice President Sales. Yang has been part of the iHeart family for 22 years.

When Forecast 2022 takes place in New York City next week, executives from both radio and TV will gather to discuss the future of broadcasting. Attendees will hear from speakers who may impact their future, and others who can improve their future revenue streams. Another very important topic, during a panel moderated by Drew Marcus, will cover investors coming back to radio.

During his farewell speech to broadcasters, retiring NAB CEO Gordon Smith went big on Wednesday, quoting three United States Presidents (Dwight Eisenhower, John F. Kennedy and Woodrow Wilson). He then shared 9 lessons he learned over the 12 years he served as NAB CEO.