Benefit Planned For Waco Radio Host Amid Cancer Battle
As Waco, TX morning show host Jim Cody battles liver cancer, the community is rallying around him. Zack Owen, who has co-hosted the Zack & Jim Show on iHeartMedia's Waco 100 with Cody for three decades, announced a benefit for him and his family.
Syracuse’s Jim Boeheim Rumored To Join Westwood One
Former Syracuse men's basketball head coach Jim Boeheim is reportedly close to expanding his radio presence. College basketball insider Jon Rothstein claims Boeheim is finalizing a deal with Westwood One as a radio analyst for the 2024 NCAA Tournament.
Jeff Wagner To Retire From Milwaukee’s WTMJ After 25 Years
After a quarter-century stint on Milwaukee's airwaves, Good Karma Brands radio host Jeff Wagner has announced his retirement from WTMJ. Wagner, a former assistant US Attorney, began as a part-time host in 1998 before taking on a full-time role later that year.
Melody Spann Cooper Named Illinois Broadcaster of the Year
The Illinois Broadcasters Association has named Midway Broadcasting Corporation Chairman and CEO Melody Spann Cooper its 2023 "IBA/Vincent T. Wasilewski Broadcaster of the Year." The prestigious award recognizes Illinois broadcasters for their excellence and dedication.
Wes McCain Shoots For The Star, Ends Up In The Zoo
Star 107.3 in Central City, KY, is welcoming Wes McCain to The Star Morning Zoo starting Monday, October 23. McCain is no stranger to radio in the region, having previously worked at stations such as iHeartMedia Nashville's 107.5 The River and Cumulus Lexington's WVLK-AM.
USC Baseball Caller and Radio Host Tommy Moody Dead At 72
Former South Carolina baseball player turned radio personality, Tommy Moody, has passed away. He had been serving as the color analyst for Gamecock baseball broadcasts since 2000. Moody also hosted The Tommy Moody Show on Cumulus Columbia's 107.5 The Game.
Coach K Returns To SiriusXM For His 19th Year
Hall of Fame basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski starts the 19th season of his SiriusXM show, Basketball and Beyond with Coach K, on October 19. The premiere episode will feature Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo and NBC broadcaster Maria Taylor as guests.
Allen Stiles Joins Chris Watkins For Middays At Sactown Sports
Bonneville Sacramento's Sactown Sports 1140 (KHTK-AM) is set to launch a new midday show, Stiles and Watkins, starting on October 26. Allen Stiles, a former contributor to Audacy's 95.7 The Game (KGMZ) in San Francisco and TuneIn, joins current Sactown midday host Chris Watkins.
Former iHeart Market Manager Kevin Miskimins To Head 5 Star
5 Star Media Group in Clarksville, TN, owned by Saga Communications, has announced the appointment of Kevin Miskimins as its new General Manager. Miskimins succeeds Katie Gambill, who has been elevated to Saga Communications Director of Online News Brands.
Justine Paige Warms Up In Rochester Radio Change
A familiar voice to Rochester, NY is joining Stephens Media Group's Warm 101.3 (WRMM). Justine Paige is moving to the station's Afternoon Drive slot starting Monday, October 16. She replaces Mike McCoy, who also previously served as Operations Manager.
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