A New APD For WAPE: Caitlin Fisher Returns to Jacksonville
Caitlin Fisher is returning to her hometown of Jacksonville to join Cox Media Group's 95.1 WAPE as Assistant Program Director and Afternoon Host. Fisher has spent the past three years co-hosting mornings at CMG Tulsa's K95.5 (KWEN).
Lamont Comes Back to The Bone – Sans Tonelli – With New Show
After leaving the airwaves in November, Lamont Hollywood is set to return to Bay Area radio without his co-host of 35 years. The Lamont Show will debut on January 6 on 107.7 The Bone (KSAN), taking the place of The Lamont & Tonelli Show with Paul Tonelli.
San Antonio Host Makes Return to the Airwaves After Layoffs
After being cut from mornings at Cox Media Group San Antonio's Hits 105.3 in November layoffs, Tony Cortez is rejoining the cluster to host mornings on KONO 101.1. The position came open thanks to a lineup shift from midday host Steve Casanova's retirement.
Former Detroit Public Radio Voice Passes Away After Illness
Detroit public radio outlet WDET is mourning the loss of former Program Director and air-talent Judy Adams. WDET confirmed on Thursday that Adams passed away Tuesday morning following an illness. Her radio career spanned over four decades.
Springfield’s Jock 96.9 Cancels ‘Sports Talk’ After Three Decades
A lineup change is in store at Zimmer Communications' Jock 96.9 (KBFL) in Springfield, MO, with the departure of afternoon co-host Logan Weber. As he leaves, the station has opted to cancel Sports Talk, which aired its final episode after 35 years on Friday.
Howard Eskin Ends 38-Year Run at WIP, Teases Future Plans
Howard Eskin and Audacy Philadelphia’s WIP have parted ways. Eskin, who played a pivotal role in launching WIP’s sports talk format on the AM band in 1986, shared the news in a statement on social media while hinting that this is not a retirement from broadcasting.
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.
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