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That’s veteran on-air personality Sean “Hollywood” Hamilton who has signed a long-term extension to stay with the company and 103.5 KTU in New York City. Hamilton will continue his current role as host of his weekday afternoon show on 103.5 KTU in the Big Apple.

In a coup for Beasley Media Group Augusta, Austin Rhodes has signed a long-term renewal deal with the company. Rhodes celebrated his 26th year on the air at WGAC-FM in July.

Sarah Lee is the new morning drive co-host for Charlotte Country station 96.9 The Kat. Lee will broadcast on Paul Schadt and Sarah Lee in the Morning weekdays from 5 a.m. to 10 a.m. and Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m., beginning October 22.

Tremaine Sloan (aka “QCB”) has joined several Beasley Charlotte stations as a part-time Sports Entertainment Talent. He will also host a podcast called 3 with the QCB.

Back in May Saga created a new corporate position for Chris Forgy, Senior Vice President of Operations. On Thursday the company filed an 8K announcing that Forgy has entered into a Change in Control Agreement. What that means is that Forgy will receive a wheelbarrel full of money if CEO Ed Christian ends his reign as CEO of the company.

iHeartMedia Orlando host Sandra Carrasquillo was honored with the Lifetime Hispanic Achiever’s Award at the Hispanic Achievers Heritage Month celebration in Orlando for her contributions to the Central Florida Hispanic community.

(By Radio Ink Chairman Eric Rhoads) Predictions of radio’s death have happened over decades — in fact, I’ve made a few myself. Radio has watched the threats come and go, and most anyone you speak to who’s seen it happen will roll their eyes and say confidently, “Bring it on. Radio was strong before, is strong today, and always will be strong.” Is this what you believe?

Broadcast attorney David Oxenford points out in his latest blog that the FCC released a draft order that proposes to eliminate the requirement that stations file certain contracts relating to ownership and control with the Commission.

(By Laurie Kahn) Labor-force projections over many years showed that we would face a shortage of qualified talent, and now that time is here. If talent acquisition isn’t a major focus for your company, you will struggle to attract, hire, and retain the talent you need. Here is a step-by-step solution to help you win this war. It is strategic, tested, and proven.

Entercom, the New Jersey Devils, and New York Islanders have announced that all regular-season and postseason games for both teams will stream live from Radio.com.