A Labor Day Message From Radio Ink
We find ourselves at another summer's end, and from the studio to the C-Suite, being informed isn't a luxury in a fall like the one ahead. That's why Radio Ink is taking Monday, September 7, off from our usual headline delivery.
Begin at the End
(Randy Lane) Albert Einstein famously said, "Imagination is more important than knowledge.” He went on to state, “Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere." It’s no wonder so many high performers use their imagination to visualize success.
Blast From The Past: Marion Lacroix
C'est Vendredi! This week's Radio Ink Blast From The Past comes all the way from France. It was January 1988, when Marion Lacroix hosted his debut episode of Country Roots on Radio Arc En Ciel in Strasbourg.
AM Radio Act Finally Gets Its House Floor Vote Date
After years of lobbying, hundreds of House co-sponsors and a summer spent pressing congressional leadership, the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act finally has a floor date. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise has scheduled a standalone vote.
Dallas Mavericks Move Radio Home To Audacy’s KRLD
The Dallas Mavericks and Audacy have aligned for a multi-year partnership, designating 105.3 The Fan (KRLD) the flagship frequency for the NBA franchise, with the Texas State Network handling distribution in outer markets.
FCC Sets Deadline Date For 2026 Radio Fees
The FCC has locked in a hard payment date and penalty structure for the Fiscal Year 2026 fee hike it finalized last month, opening its online payment system with a concrete deadline and real consequences for broadcasters to plan around.
Megga Returns To KFAT As Production, Imaging Director
Don Megga helped launch Anchorage's 92.9 KFAT in 1999. Now, after a year away, he's back. Ohana Media Group has returned Megga to KFAT as On-Air, Production, and Imaging Director, tasked with shaping the station's sound and community presence.
K-LOVE Names Carlisle Chief Revenue Officer, Elevates Guffey
K-LOVE has promoted Natalie Carlisle from Chief Development Officer to Chief Revenue Officer, and Monica Guffey from Executive Director of Family Partnerships to Vice President of Development, expanding both leaders' roles with the Christian broadcaster.
Beasley Toasts Jack Daniel As Charlotte Host Says Goodbye
After a 54-year career spent shaping Charlotte's broadcast landscape, WKQC PD and midday personality Jack Daniel will retire from Beasley Media Group on September 18. That final date isn't accidental. It's exactly fifty-four years to the day he started his career.
Riverfront Closes Deal For Six Connoisseur SD Stations
Connoisseur Media has closed on the sale of six South Dakota stations to Riverfront Broadcasting for $350,000, completing a deal first announced in May. The transaction includes KDLO, KIXX, KSDR, KSDR, KWAT-AM, and KKSD.
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