Sunrise Flips Hudson Valley AM to FOX Sports Radio
Sunrise Broadcasting has brought FOX Sports Radio's network content to New York's Hudson Valley, with the rebrand of WGNY-AM/FM to FOX Sports 1220AM/94.5. The Newburgh-based station will simulcast on WJGK-HD2 and 103.1 FM.
NRRA Promotes 25-Year Sales Staffer to Market Manager
The Nebraska Rural Radio Association has promoted Kathy Armagost to Market Manager for its Lexington, NE, cluster, where she began her career as a sales representative more than 25 years ago. Under her responsibility are KRVN-AM, 93.1 The River, and KAMI-AM.
Katie Nolan Brings Fan Service to SiriusXM’s Mad Dog Radio
SiriusXM announced a new live weekday call-in program, Fan Service with Katie Nolan, debuting September 2 on Mad Dog Sports Radio. The one-hour show, which serves as the lead-in for The Stephen A. Smith Show is Nolan’s first live program.
BPM Appoints David Belew as Director of Development
David Belew is joining Baltimore Public Media as Director of Development, starting September 22. In his new role, he will lead membership, grants, major giving, events, and community engagement strategies.
Study: Radio’s Audience Is Twice as Large as Media Buyers Think
Despite being the leading mass reach medium in America, radio continues to face deep-seated misconceptions among advertisers and media planners. A new study is again showing just how far off the mark media planners still are when it comes to AM/FM.
Sleep Number Wakes Up at No. 1 in Labor Day Radio Blitz
In a surprising shakeup atop the Media Monitors Spot Ten Radio rankings for Labor Day weekend, mattress-maker Sleep Number claimed the Number 1 spot. The dramatic climb puts the mattress brand ahead of typical seasonal home improvement frontrunners.
NYC’s Hot 97 Names New On-Air Roster; Enuff Out, Flex Still In
After Funkmaster Flex made headlines teasing changes for the station, MediaCo’s Hot 97 (WQHT) has confirmed a new weekday on-air lineup that gives Flex an updated timeslot while phasing out one of the station’s most recognizable personalities.
Pittman and Bressler Ink Long-Term iHeartMedia Leadership Deals
iHeartMedia has locked in its top leadership through the end of the decade. The company confirmed Chairman and CEO Bob Pittman and President/COO Rich Bressler have each signed amended agreements extending their contracts through December 31, 2029.
Stephen A. Smith to Headline Forecast 2026 Fireside Chat
Known for his commanding presence, unfiltered delivery, and relentless work ethic, Radio Ink is proud to announce that ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith will headline a Fireside Chat at Forecast 2026 in New York alongside respected media strategist Mike McVay.
Radio Regulatory Fees Dip Again as FCC Finalizes 2025 Schedule
As broadcasters continue to push for regulatory relief amid economic challenges, the FCC’s final FY 2025 fee schedule offers a measure of stability. This year's fees largely reflect two consecutive years of across-the-board reductions, while not quite as generous.
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