Former Hawai’i Public Radio President Passes After ALS Battle
From 2016 until early 2024 José Fajardo served as President and General Manager of Hawai’i Public Radio, offering distinct Fine Arts and NPR-driven spoken word audio networks across the Hawaiian Islands. Now, broadcasters are mourning his loss from ALS.
Michigan’s Black Diamond Broadcasting Dubs Dunlap EVP and GM
Black Diamond Broadcasting has named Shannone Dunlap as its new Executive Vice President and General Manager. A 30-year radio industry veteran, Dunlap will oversee the company’s Michigan-based radio properties and digital division.
Joe Piscopo Signs Multi-Year Extension for NYC Morning Radio
Salem Media Group has announced a multi-year contract extension with Joe Piscopo, continuing his role as the morning drive host on New York City's 970 The Answer. Piscopo, who rose to fame on Saturday Night Live in the 1980s, has been on the station since 2014.
Frank Lenzi Joins Seattle’s KIRO Newsradio as News Director
Bonneville Seattle's KIRO Newsradio has named Frank Lenzi as its News Director, succeeding Charlie Harger, who is taking over Seattle’s Morning News in January following the retirements of longtime hosts Dave Ross and Colleen O’Brien.
95.3 WDAE Expands FOX Sports Content for Tampa Bay
iHeartMedia Tampa Bay has announced updates to the evening and late-night programming lineup for Tampa Bay’s Sports Radio 95.3 WDAE, introducing several FOX Sports Radio shows beginning Monday, December 23.
ESPN New York 880 To Debut All-Local Weekday Programming
Good Karma Brands' ESPN New York 880 is making a historic programming overhaul following its move to the 880 AM signal, previously home to the iconic all-news station WCBS. Starting January 6, the station will debut its first-ever all-local weekday lineup.
Mondragon to Oversee Discipleship Efforts at Pillar Media Stations
Pillar Media has announced Chad Mondragon as its new Director of Discipleship, overseeing its portfolio of stations in New York City, Cincinnati, and Denver. Mondragon will lead efforts to create digital content that fosters spiritual growth.
Michael J To Replace DeYoung for Mornings on Baltimore’s WPOC
iHeartMedia Baltimore has announced that afternoon host Michael J will take over as morning host for 93.1 WPOC on January 6. He will co-host The Michael J Morning Show alongside Bethany Linderman, currently a morning co-host with Laurie DeYoung.
Budget Cuts Putting An End To 39-Year Baltimore Morning Show
Laurie DeYoung will wrap up her more than 39-year run as morning host on iHeartMedia's 93.1 WPOC in Baltimore at the end of the week. "I'm not retiring, it was not my decision," Laurie said in response to a comment on her show's Facebook page.
New Hampshire’s ‘Greg and the Morning Buzz’ Renew iHeart Deal
iHeartMedia New Hampshire has announced a five-year contract extension for Greg and the Morning Buzz, the long-running morning show featuring Greg Kretchmar, Laura Boyce, Kayla Winsor, Scott “Roadkill” McMullen, and Kelly Brown.
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