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MaxxKonnect Appointments Strengthen Engineering Teams

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Triple Helix Technologies has announced a hire and a promotion for its MaxxKonnect & MK Technical division. Mike Hutchens has joined as Director of Technical Services, while Lindsey Lounsbury has been promoted to Regional Field Engineer.
Dimitri Sotis

Washington DC Evening Anchor Passes Away at 55

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WTOP evening anchor Dimitri Sotis passed away suddenly at the age of 55. Hubbard Radio Washington, DC Market Manager Joel Oxley announced the news in an email sent to staff on Sunday. Sotis spent more than two decades with the station.
Rene Alegria

Rene Alegria Joins Nueva Network as Chief Innovation Officer

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Nueva Network has appointed Rene Alegria as Chief Innovation Officer for the Hispanic-focused radio broadcaster. Previously serving as President and CEO of MundoNow, Alegria elevated the digital-first platform to prominence, earning 36 Emmy Awards in four years.
Vinnie Medugno

Vinnie Medugno Goes National with Red Apple Music Networks

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Red Apple Music Networks is taking 77WABC's Vinnie Medugno Show into syndication. The one-hour Saturday show blends hits from the ’60s with select tracks from the ’50s and ’70s. In New York, his show leads off for fellow newly-syndicated host Cousin Brucie.
Travis Justice and Ross Peterson

Travis Justice Leaves KXNO To Join Laid-Off Co-Host Online

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After Ross Peterson was let go by iHeartMedia during the company's Q4 layoffs, Des Moines sports radio talent Travis Justice has left KXNO to reunite with his former morning co-host for The Rush, a new weekday streaming show on YouTube and social media.
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WBA Names Four 2025 Student Scholarship Recipients

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The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association has named four young professionals working in radio as the beneficiaries of its 2025 Student Scholarship Program. These scholarships highlight the dedication and achievements of students pursuing careers in media.
Mark Hawkeye Louis

CRS 2025 To Honor Dallas Host For Decades Of Charity Work

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Cumulus Media Dallas morning host Mark "Hawkeye" Louis will receive the Tom Rivers Humanitarian Award at CRS 2025. The conference has also announced syndicated personality Elaina Smith will return to emcee the New Faces of Country Music Show.
Jeremy Fenech

Jeremy Fenech Takes The Driver’s Seat For Mornings In Flint

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Townsquare Media Flint's Cars 108 (WCRZ) has found its new morning host in a familiar voice - Jeremy Fenech. Fenech will make his return to the signal on The Cars Morning Drive starting February 10.
Eduardo Maytorena

Entravision Appoints Eduardo Maytorena to Lead LA Sales

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Entravision has announced Eduardo Maytorena as its Senior Vice President and General Sales Manager for Los Angeles. Maytorena makes the move after almost two years as General Sales Manager at Spanish Broadcasting System Los Angeles.
Rich Valdes

‘America at Night with Rich Valdés’ Goes Live In New Timeslot

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Cumulus Media’s Westwood One has announced a significant expansion for the nationally syndicated talk show America at Night with Rich Valdés. The program will now air live each weeknight as the program adds 25 new affiliates.

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