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Shaun Ridder Ridderbush

‘Ridder’ Returns To Wisconsin Radio At Magnum Media

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Shaun "Ridder" Ridderbush, a familiar voice in Milwaukee's country music radio scene, has landed new roles with West Bend-based Magnum Media. The former morning show co-host at iHeartMedia's WMIL is set to host shows on two of Magnum Media's country stations.
Desmond Pringle

Gospel Singer Desmond Pringle Starts Charleston Radio Show

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Dove Award-nominated gospel singer and songwriter Desmond Pringle has returned to Charleston, SC as the host of a new radio show. Pastor Pringle's weekday morning radio show, The Desmond Pringle Show, airs on Kirkman Broadcasting's 106.3 WJNI.
Matt Barker

Matt Barker Takes The Helm At Freed-Hardeman’s WFHU

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91.5 the Lion (WFHU), the radio station serving Freed-Hardeman University and Tennessee's Chester County for over six decades, has a new leader. University President David Shannon revealed that Dr. Matt Barker took over as station manager on August 1.
Todd Fedoruk

Former Flyer Fedoruk Joins Radio Team On Philly’s Fanatic

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Former Philadelphia Flyers player Todd Fedoruk has been appointed as the new color commentator for the team's radio broadcasts, succeeding Steve Coates who retired after last season, on Beasley Media Group's 97.5 The Fanatic (WPEN) and 93.3 WMMR.
Burt Sherwood

Former GM and Broker Burt Sherwood Passes At 95

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Burt Sherwood, a prominent figure in the radio industry for more than 70 years, has passed away at the age of 95. Retired Cox Radio Chief Operating Officer Dick Ferguson communicated the news to Radio Ink on Thursday.
Rosalie Trombley statue

Canadian Radio Legend Rosalie Trombley Honored With Statue

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A ceremony was held last Sunday on Riverside Drive in Windsor, Ontario, where a bronze sculpture commemorating the late Rosalie Trombley was unveiled. Known as "The Lady with the Golden Ear," Trombley was the music director for CKLW The Big 8 during the 1970s.
Alfonse D'Amato

WABC Adds Former Senator Alfonse D’Amato To Roster

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Former US Senator Alfonse D'Amato of New York is joining Red Apple Media's 77WABC as a regular contributor. D'Amato will offer his political insights on various programs, including the afternoon show Cats & Cosby.
Dr Johannes M Bauer

Dr. Johannes M. Bauer Joins FCC As Chief Economist

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Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel announced the appointment of Dr. Johannes M. Bauer as the agency's new Chief Economist. Dr. Bauer, currently at Michigan State University, will serve a one-year term.
Nina Montgomery

Nina Montgomery Takes On PD Role For Two More In Shreveport

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Cumulus Media has elevated Nina Montgomery to the role of Program Director for two more of its stations in Shreveport: Q 97.3 (KQHN) and Lite Rock 100.7 (KRMD-AM). Montgomery will continue as PD of Magic 102.9 (KVMA), where she has served for over 14 years.
MATT COOPER WCYQ

Matt Cooper Reaches Rocky Top’s Summit To Program WCYQ

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SummitMedia has announced the hiring of Matt Cooper as the new Program Director and afternoon on-air talent for 100.3 The Wolf (WCYQ) in Knoxville. Cooper transfers from SummitMedia's Louisville cluster, where he served as APD on WQNU.

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