Marketron: Radio’s Local Digital Revenue Passes New Benchmark
Broadcast industry tech provider Marketron has observed a significant milestone in digital advertising, having processed more than $400 million in local digital advertising revenue through radio since launching its measurement capabilities in 2020.
iHeart Introduces Special ‘Pet Radio’ To Keep Furry Friends Calm
Does your four-legged friend have separation anxiety? iHeartRadio has launched a special station for just such an occasion. Pet Radio features nine hours of soothing songs following scientific research suggesting certain types of music can significantly reduce pet stress.
Jacobs Media Sets Techsurvey 2024 Release Date
After giving previews of its findings on artificial intelligence, Jacobs Media is set to unveil the full results of its Techsurvey 2024 via its annual webinar on Thursday, April 25, at 2p ET. The free showcase introduces several new lines of questioning around AI.
Murray & Wiedeman Get Extensions As WGN Boosts Blackhawks
The Chicago Blackhawks and WGN Radio have renewed their long-standing partnership with a three-year broadcast rights extension, ensuring that Blackhawks hockey will continue airing on WGN Radio through the 2026-27 NHL season.
Conservative Talk Station Buys Out St. Louis Signal From EMF
Educational Media Foundation is selling a St. Louis area signal to Conservative talker NewsTalkSTL and its parent company EpicSTL. The purchase includes K270BW, the translator broadcasting on the 101.9 frequency.
‘Sparky’ Fifer Brings Back Local Afternoons On Milwaukee’s Fan
Steve “Sparky” Fifer has launched a new afternoon show on Audacy Milwaukee's 1250 The Fan (WSSP-AM). Wisconsin Sports Daily starts April 15, marking The Fan's first local daily show since August 2022.
From Maui to Missouri: NABLF Names Service to America Winners
The National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation has revealed the winners of the 2024 Celebration of Service to America Awards. These awards acknowledge the exceptional community service undertaken by local radio and television stations.
Don’t Miss It: FCC’s Anna Gomez To Talk Directly To Radio
After years of deadlock, the FCC has roared back into action since the confirmation of Anna Gomez. Now you can hear directly from Commissioner Gomez, who will deliver the opening keynote address to Radio Ink's 15th Hispanic Radio Conference this June.
Paskalis: News Is ‘Best Performing Channel’ For Ad Investments
After a long career as an ad buyer, Lou Paskalis turned his attention to the need for quality local journalism, making “fighting to get advertisers back into the news” his life’s work. Now Radio Ink sits down with Lou to dispel myths that make brands shy away from news.
Zara Caletti and the Future of Radio
(By James Bahm) I recently returned from a Mediterranean cruise, where I met a family from Ontario. I mentioned my experiences in broadcasting and quickly learned that the young lady standing beside me has a radio show in the Toronto area - at 11 years old.
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The $250 Question: Inflation and Contesting
