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(By Mike McVay) The work world has been slowly returning to normal, and despite many businesses continuing to Work from Home, we’re seeing listening levels start to improve.

(By Loyd Ford) I just thought I’d share some things I hear and give them a little twist. These are from my “I can’t” file.

(By Randy Lane) O’Reilly Auto Parts or Walgreens are likely spending tens of thousands of dollars running commercials on your radio station. Yet, so many stations don’t take advantage of the free advertising on their own station to promote a star morning or afternoon show.

The Local Journalism Sustainability Act has been introduced in the Senate. Among the provisions; a five-year tax credit that incentivizes small businesses to advertise with local radio and television stations and local newspapers.

After a 51 year career, the 'Dean' of Chicago political reporters, Bill Cameron has announced his retirement. His last day on 890 WLS-AM will be August 20; his 21st anniversary on the station.

Ten members of the House of Representatives and four Senators have added their support to The Local Radio Freedom Act. The legislation signals members of Congress's opposition to any potential legislation that imposes new performance royalties on broadcast radio stations for music airplay. 

In an internal memo to iHeartMedia employees, CEO Bob Pittman announced that Darren Davis, Chief Operating Officer of iHeart's Digital Audio Group, is leaving the company at the end of the year. Davis has been on Radio Ink's 40 Most Powerful People in Radio for the last 7 years.

The book is called Ace It! from iHeart New York Market President Bernie Weiss who started with iHeart as an AE in 2004. Weiss was also SVP of Sales for iHeart in New York. CEO Bob Pittman writes the foreword in the book which comes out September 7.

WTN Nashville talker Phil Valentine is fighting for his life. Valentine is in very serious condition with COVID Pneumonia after testing positive July 11th. Here's a statement released by his family...

There have been so many changes to sales teams over the past year due to the pandemic. Many stations have downsized, more companies are using part-time sellers and embracing remote work, and compensation has been all over the place.