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Sarah Hamilton

Sarah Hamilton Rises To Program Director At Savannah’s KIX96

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Cumulus Media Savannah has elevated Sarah Hamilton, known on-air as Sarah Lynn, to the role of Program Director at KIX96 (WJCL). Hamilton joined KIX96 in 2014 as an on-air personality and has since been promoted to Assistant Program Director.
Bob Lawrence

Bob Lawrence Leaves RAB For Parkersburg Market Manager Role

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Seven Mountains Media has appointed Bob Lawrence as the new Market Manager for their Parkersburg, WV/Marietta, OH markets, following the retirement of Don Staats. Lawrence previously served as the General Manager of the RAB's National Radio Talent System.
Giovanni

Rhode Island Radio Voice Giovanni Retires After 50 Years

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On Monday, Providence, RI radio staple Giovanni signed off for the final time, concluding a distinguished 50-year run in radio broadcasting. The celebrated host of 92PRO-FM's Giovanni in the Morning originally started on WPRO as a teen intern.
Amy O

Driver Arrested For The Death Of Texas Radio Host ‘Amy O’

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A motorcycle crash in San Antonio that resulted in the death of Amy Lee Garza, known to Lubbock radio listeners as "Amy O," has led to the arrest of Steve Nerio on charges of intoxication manslaughter. Nerio was driving Garza on the motorcycle that night.
Beth Bacall

Atlanta Radio Host Beth Bacall Joins Salem Christian Syndication

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Longtime Atlanta Contemporary Christian radio host Beth Bacall is joining Salem Media Group's Today’s Christian Music Network. Starting May 6, Bacall will host afternoons, available for national syndication.
Boomer Esiason

With New Deal, Boomer Esiason Passes Don Imus On WFAN

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Audacy has renewed its contract with WFAN (WFAN-AM/FM) morning show host Boomer Esiason, ensuring he will continue to co-host Boomer & Gio with Gregg “Gio” Giannotti. This extension makes Esiason the longest-tenured morning drive host in WFAN’s history.
Ken Beno

Ken Beno Departs WBA After Three Decades

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Ken Beno has announced his resignation as Chair of the Education Committee at the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association, a position he has held for over two decades. Beno's tenure with the WBA spans more than 30 years.
Tony Pigg

‘Regis & Kathy Lee’ Voice and NYC Radio Host Tony Pigg Passes

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Tony Pigg, a beloved figure in New York City's broadcasting community, has passed away at the age of 85. Pigg, whose real name was Richard Quinn, was renowned for his work as the announcer on Live with Regis & Kathy Lee and his 15-year tenure at WPLJ.
Sunny 95

Sunny 95 Clouds Over As Layoffs Hit Saga’s Columbus Cluster

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Saga Communications announced a series of layoffs as part of a strategic restructuring across its Columbus, Ohio cluster. The staff cuts involve talent and directors at Sunny 95 (WSNY), Rewind 103.5 (WNND), and Mix 107.9 (WVMX).
Paul Keenan

Paul Keenan To Leave Bauer Group COO Role At End Of Q3

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The UK's Bauer Media Group Chief Operating Officer Paul Keenan will be leaving the company after sixteen years, the broadcaster announced on April 26. Keenan will step down on September 30 but will continue to collaborate with Bauer as an advisor.

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