WHMI Collects $200K in Hurricane Helene Relief in Michigan
Krol Communications' WHMI joined forces with American Legion Devereaux Post 141 to host a day-long Hurricane Helene Relief Drive on October 10. The Howell, MI-based station collected essential items, including blankets, hygiene products, diapers, and water.
Atlanta Radio Icon Wanda Smith Dead at 59
Longtime Atlanta radio personality Wanda Smith has passed away at the age of 59. Smith first joined V-103 in 1998, working with hosts Frank Ski and later Ryan Cameron, helping to make the show Atlanta’s highest-rating morning radio show for many years.
Cumulus Albuquerque Responds To Hot-Air Balloon Tower Collapse
A hot-air balloon collided with an AM radio tower in New Mexico on Friday during the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. While Newsradio KKOB remains on the air, the tower collapsed when it was struck by the balloon, which was carrying three passengers.
Beasley RVP Ron deCastro Talks Radio’s Hurricane Defense
Radio Ink spoke to Beasley Regional Vice President Ron deCastro, who oversees the company's Tampa and Fort Myers markets, about AM/FM radio's groundwork in Hurricane Helene recovery and Hurricane Milton preparation.
Air Talent Turned Radio Station Co-Owner J.J. Jeffrey Dies
After the sale of Fuller-Jeffrey Group in 1999, J.J Jeffrey — known for stints in Boston, Philadelphia and Chicago — continued to serve as an owner of radio stations through Atlantic Coast Radio. Now, the industry is pausing to remember Jeffrey, who has died at the age of 84.
CBS Highlights AM Radio’s Life-Saving Role in Hurricane Helene
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, radio became a crucial source of communication for residents cut off from internet and cell phone service. Now one Asheville AM station has received national recognition for the life-saving information and connection they provided.
NAB Election Coverage Summit Talks Tools to News Transparency
There has been much celebration this year over radio's trust factor when it comes to news and information, but with growing public wariness and suspicions, NAB Show New York assembled a team to guide radio stations on ways to connect with audiences.
Right-Brain Emotions Birth Winning Ads In ‘The State of Audio’
Audacy has unveiled the latest edition of its State of Audio reports, tapping into trends for broadcasters, podcasters, and brands looking to capitalize on both. Shifts in creativity, artificial intelligence, audience activation, and measurement are the most transformative.
Beasley Media Charlotte Hosts Supply Drive for Helene Relief
Beasley Media Group's Charlotte stations, including KISS 95.1 (WNKS), Power 98 (WPEG), Country 103.7 (WSOC), V 101.9 (WBAV), and K104.7 (WKQC), organized a supply drive to aid those impacted by Hurricane Helene in the Carolinas on Tuesday, October 8.
Brothers Osborne Reveal 2024 CMA Broadcast Award Winners
The Country Music Association has revealed the winners of the 2024 CMA Broadcast Awards. Brothers Osborne, reigning Vocal Duo of the Year and nominees for the 2024 CMA Awards, personally surprised radio stations and personalities with calls to the victors.















