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Judy Adams

Former Detroit Public Radio Voice Passes Away After Illness

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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.
Jock Sports Talk

Springfield’s Jock 96.9 Cancels ‘Sports Talk’ After Three Decades

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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

Howard Eskin Ends 38-Year Run at WIP, Teases Future Plans

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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.
José Fajardo

Former Hawai’i Public Radio President Passes After ALS Battle

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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.
Shannone Dunlap

Michigan’s Black Diamond Broadcasting Dubs Dunlap EVP and GM

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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

Joe Piscopo Signs Multi-Year Extension for NYC Morning Radio

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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

Frank Lenzi Joins Seattle’s KIRO Newsradio as News Director

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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.
WDAE

95.3 WDAE Expands FOX Sports Content for Tampa Bay

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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

ESPN New York 880 To Debut All-Local Weekday Programming

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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.
Chad Mondragon

Mondragon to Oversee Discipleship Efforts at Pillar Media Stations

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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.

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