Tony Roberts, Renowned Notre Dame Radio Voice, Dies At 94
Veteran sports broadcaster Tony Roberts, best known for his 26-year tenure as the voice of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish football team, passed away on August 25 in Gainesville, VA. The cause of death was not disclosed.
Former Tight End Michael Colubiale Joins UCF Broadcast Team
Michael Colubiale, a former tight end for UCF who later played for the Jacksonville Jaguars, is stepping into a new role as an analyst on that school's pregame radio broadcasts on iHeartMedia Orlando's 96.9 The Game (WYGM-AM).
Alex Curry and Monse Bolaños Take FOX Sports Radio Saturdays
FOX Sports Radio is launching a new women-hosted weekend sports show. Starting September 2, FOX Sports Saturday with Alex Curry and Monse Bolaños will air Saturday afternoons. The program will be broadcast on more than 400 stations nationwide.
Longtime Cincinnati Radio Talent Jim Scott Reveals ALS Diagnosis
Veteran Cincinnati radio host Jim Scott has revealed that he has been diagnosed with ALS, commonly known as Lou Gehrig's Disease. Scott, 80, made the announcement on Facebook, detailing that symptoms started appearing about three years ago.
Mike McCall Leaving EMF To Join Hope Media Group
Mike McCall is leaving his post as Chief Engagement Officer at Educational Media Foundation for a new role in Christian radio. He is bringing his 30-year background in donor development and special initiatives fundraising the the Houston-based Hope Media Group.
Rick Cummings To Step Down As Emmis Radio President
Emmis President of Radio Programming Rick Cummings announced he is stepping down from his position effective September 1. This won't be a full departure, as he will continue to serve as a consultant, continuing his 43 partnership with Emmis Founder Jeff Smulyan.
Scalzo Named Market Manager For GKB Milwaukee
Good Karma Brands has elevated Greg Scalzo to the role of Milwaukee Market Manager. Scalzo will now manage ESPN Milwaukee, 101.7 The Truth, and 620 WTMJ. The promotion comes as GKB revamps ESPN Wisconsin's lineup with local programming.
Wayward No More: Craig Way Returns To Austin’s Zone
The voice of the Texas Longhorns, Craig Way, is returning to iHeartMedia Austin's AM 1300 The Zone. Way has played a key role in KVET’s history, having helped flip the station to all-sports in October of 1998 and hosting a show for 20 years.
Northeast Radio Leader Rick Snyder Dead At 82
Radio Executive, personality, and Maine Broadcast Hall of Famer Richard “Rick” Snyder passed away on August 14 in West Palm Beach, FL at the age of 82. Snyder was a noted Top 40 trailblazer in the Northeast, including a stint at WTRY in Troy, NY.
Two ‘Nuevo’ Executive Hires For Nueva Network
Effective September 1, Benjamin Finley will become the minority-owned broadcaster's Director of Business Development in Dallas while Maria Castillo will join the New York office as Audio Network & Digital Sales Planner.
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