Tejano Radio Veteran Jesse “Hollywood” Rios Dead at 56
Tejano and Latin radio personality Jesse “Hollywood” Rios died unexpectedly at the age of 56. Rios, born Jesus Carlos Arce, began his radio career at 16 years old while attending Eastwood High School in El Paso, working overnight shifts at XZOL Radio Sol 860 AM.
‘Nandy y Cristy’ Rise With The Sun In New Tampa Radio Home
Tenured Tampa morning show duo Nandy & Cristy are resurfacing on Spanish Broadcasting System's El Nuevo Zol 97.1 (WSUN). Cristy Balderrama and Jose Arnaldo “Nandy” Dávila previously led AM Drive on Beasley Media Group's 92.5 Maxima FM (WYUU).
Tennessee Honors Clarksville Reporter for 50 Years in Radio
After five decades in radio broadcasting, the Tennessee House of Representatives has recognized Saga Communications' 5 Star Media Group News Reporter Lee Erwin for his continued service to the Clarksville community.
Ethan Jackson Locks On With LAZER 103.3 In Des Moines
Saga Communications' Des Moines Media Group is welcoming Ethan Jackson as the cluster’s new Production Director and midday host on LAZER 103.3 (KAZR-FM). Jackson comes to Des Moines from Cumulus Media Topeka.
Dan Sileo Returns to Tampa Bay Radio With New Midday Show
Sports radio host and former Tampa Bay Buccaneers lineman Dan Sileo has returned to the Tampa Bay airwaves with a new two-hour daily program. The Dan Sileo Show now airs in middays on Genesis Communications' The Big 8 (WWBA-AM).
Schaflander Named Market Manager for Cumulus Media Atlanta
Cumulus Media has appointed Justin Schaflander as Vice President and Market Manager for its Atlanta cluster, after bringing the former iHeartMedia executive back to the Peach State following a two-year stint in Los Angeles with Good Karma Brands.
Matt Pinfield Ready For Triumphant Return To SoCal Radio
Matt Pinfield is set to return to the airwaves of 88.5 The SoCal Sound (KCSN) just months after a life-threatening stroke left him unresponsive for weeks. The launch of The Matt Pinfield Show is coming on Monday, June 2.
Fresno Afternoon Host To Step Away From The Mic After 49 Years
Fresno air talent E. Curtis Johnson will sign off for the final time on Friday, bringing to a close a 49-year career in radio for health-related reasons. Johnson held on-air roles in major and mid-size markets, including San Diego, Salt Lake City, and Ventura.
Barber to Head Saga’s Cville Right Now as Editor-in-Chief
Saga Communications’ Charlottesville-based digital news outlet Cville Right Now has appointed journalist Mike Barber as its Editor-in-Chief. Barber will oversee the editorial direction of the growing platform, which serves readers across northern Virginia.
Lowry Named MediaCo SVP of Audio Sales as Multiplatform Grows
MediaCo is sharpening its focus on radio and audio sales as part of a broader multiplatform growth plan, promoting Danny Lowry to Senior Vice President of Audio Sales in a newly restructured executive lineup to expand revenue in both national and local markets.
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