Women to Watch: Julie Slater, The SoCal Sound
(By Charese Fruge') Julie Slater is the new Music Director at 88.5 The SoCal Sound in LA where she’s been the Midday Host since March 2022. Before that, she hosted Afternoons at 100.3 the Sound in LA for 8+ years.
2024 Radio Mercury Awards Add Two More Weeks For Entries
The Radio Mercury Awards, honoring radio and audio creativity in advertising, has extended its Call for Entry for the 2024 competition. Originally set for April 8, the new deadline for submissions is set for Monday, April 22, with finalists to be revealed in May.
Asheville Gets New Digital News Outlet As Saga Broadens Scope
Saga Communications' Asheville Media Group has introduced a local news platform dedicated to connecting the Western North Carolina community as part of the broadcaster's focus on digital growth. 828newsNOW.com will be free to access.
Center for Sales Strategy Tags Two To Co-Direct LeadG2
The Center for Sales Strategy's sales performance agency LeadG2 has promoted both Emily Hartzell and Maryanne McWhirter to the positions of Vice President/Senior Director. In their new roles, Hartzell and McWhirter will jointly manage LeadG2.
Jason Grider Accepts Cookeville General Manager Role
Zimmer Broadcasting's Cookeville Communications has appointed Jason Bailey Grider as its new General Manager, overseeing operations for its five stations in Tennessee's Upper Cumberland region.
Chicago Public Media Taking Vocalo 91.1 Off Air As Budget Sinks
After 17 years, Vocalo 91.1 (WBEW) will come off the FM dial as Chicago Public Media becomes the latest public radio group to face layoffs amid financial difficulty. Starting May 1, the cuts affect 14 positions across WBEZ’s Content Development Unit.
PRX Lifts Kuo To Content VP Role For Radio and Podcasts
Public radio distributor and publisher PRX has named Stephanie Kuo as Vice President of Content. Kuo, who has been with PRX since 2018 in content development and audio training, will be at the helm of the organization's podcast and radio content strategies.
PJ Kumanchik Takes Brand Manager Seat At Pittsburgh’s KDKA
PJ Kumanchik will be taking the Brand Manager position at Pittsburgh's KDKA News Radio. Kumanchik is being raised from his previous role as the station’s News Manager to fill the leadership position left by Dave LaBrozzi's retirement.
Alyssa Rose Heads Home To Cleveland For Mornings At Q104
Audacy Cleveland's Q104 has announced Alyssa Rose as the new co-host for the Q Morning Show starting May 1. Rose will team up with Bill Ryan after hosting middays in San Diego on Audacy's ALT 94.9 and weekends on 105.5 Triple M.
As Bhargava Plots Possible Cumulus Coup, Sports Illustrated Sues
As billionaire energy drink mogul Manoj Bhargava poses the threat of a hostile takeover to Cumulus Media, Sports Illustrated owner Authentic Brands Group has filed a lawsuit against Bhargava and his Arena Group, alleging failure to fulfill financial obligations.
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