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Donna Hall

Former Atlanta Radio GM Donna Hall Exits Retirement For CSS

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Two years after stepping away from the media industry, Donna Hall is coming out of retirement. The 35-year Cox Media Group alum has been named the leader of executive coaching firm Robertson Lowstuter, recently acquired by The Center for Sales Strategy.
Cale Berger and Amanda Gorecki

Cale Berger and Amanda Gorecki Take Mornings In Pittsburgh

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Pittsburgh radio is getting a new morning show as Audacy introduces Cale Berger and Amanda Gorecki to Y108 (WDSY). Berger is the 2021 Media Association of Pittsburgh's Rising Star Award recipient. Gorecki has been with Audacy since 2017.
Steve “Sparky” Fifer

‘Sparky’ Fifer Brings Back Local Afternoons On Milwaukee’s Fan

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Steve “Sparky” Fifer has launched a new afternoon show on Audacy Milwaukee's 1250 The Fan (WSSP-AM). Wisconsin Sports Daily starts April 15, marking The Fan's first local daily show since August 2022.
Mister Cee

Mister Cee Remembered For Hip-Hop Radio From NYC to GTA IV

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New York City's Hot 97 (WQHT) has announced the passing of Calvin LeBrun, widely known as Mister Cee, at the age of 57. The Brooklyn native was a revered NYC radio star, and is credited with discovering the Notorious B.I.G. and kickstarting Big Daddy Kane's career.
Bill Dean

Longtime Minnesota AM Host Bill Dean Announces Retirement

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A familiar voice to central Minnesota radio listeners is stepping away from the mic after more than 51 years. Bill Dean is set to sign off of KWLM-AM for the last time at the end of April after five decades on Lakeland Broadcasting's stations in Willmar.
Charley Smith

Manager Role Resonates With Charley Smith At Frequency

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Charlie Smith has joined audio industry workflow automation and ad management provider Frequency as its new Technical Account Manager. In his role, Smith will provide technical assistance to clients, leading platform onboarding, training, and customer support.
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Valerie Segraves Heads For Jersey Shore Mornings With The Boss

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Press Communications' 107.1 The Boss (WWZY) is adding seasoned radio news vet Valerie Segraves as news anchor and reporter for Robby and Rochelle in the Morning. Segraves goes on-air on the Jersey Shore starting April 22nd.
Mike Lynch

Portland Sports Radio Personality Mike Lynch Diagnosed With ALS

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Portland Trail Blazers radio personality Mike Lynch has announced his retirement from broadcasting following his diagnosis with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease. The 34-year-old received the news in January after experiencing symptoms in October.
Tony Perkins

FRC’s Tony Perkins To Debut Conservative Talk Show With Salem

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US Speaker of the House Mike Johnson will be on hand to help Salem Media Group debut its latest news radio venture, This Week On The Hill, on April 13. The weekly political discussion show will broadcast across the Salem Radio Network and Salem News Channel.
Tommy and Laura

Tommy Jordan Swaps Philly Fill-Ins For New Hampshire Mornings

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Saga Communications is welcoming Tommy Jordan back to the company for mornings on 96.5 Live Free Country (WMLL) in Manchester, NH. Jordan will co-host alongside current host and New Hampshire native Laura Stelchook.

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