Fox’s Jack Abernethy to Receive Golden Mike Award
Fox Television Station's CEO Jack Abernethy will be honored with the 2023 Golden Mike Award from the Broadcasters Foundation. Abernethy has worked for Fox's local TV group since 2004, overseeing nearly three dozen O&Os in several large markets.
Saga Promotes Three in Norfolk
Saga Communications subsidiary Tidewater Communications has promoted three executives in Norfolk, including Carol Commander to General Manager.
Manny Munoz to Host Middays at WIOD
iHeartMedia says Manny Munoz has been promoted to the role of midday co-host at its news radio station WIOD (610 AM). Munoz will co-host from 10 a.m. to noon on WIOD starting in January; his co-host will be announced at a later date.
Leo Laporte Leaving Radio
After nearly 20 years as host of The Tech Guy on more than 200 radio stations, syndicated personality Leo Laporte announced his retirement from radio at the end of the year.
Radio Host Dies From Cancer
The Asheville Radio Group announced that WISE morning man Pat Ryan has died at the age of 57 after a 4-year battle with cancer. Ryan was the longtime host of the sports radio talk show The WISE GUYS. His wife Kathleen was by his side.
WCSX Weekend DJ Scott Shepard Dies
Scott Shepard, a weekend DJ at Detroit's classic rock station WCSX (94.7 FM), died on Saturday, November 12 at the age of 49. Shepard worked for WCSX for two decades; his most recent role saw him host the Sunday morning show Overeasy.
Kershner Joins McVay
McVay Media has hired Nights with Elaina Executive Producer Ryan Kershner. Kershner will focus on producing podcasts, branded audio for the music industry, artists and product-oriented projects, branded content, audio specials and longform programming for radio and streaming platforms.
NAB’s Stanberry Named Top Lobbyist
Charlyn Stanberry, the vice president of government relations for the National Association of Broadcasters, has been named one of the top lobbyists of 2022 by the National Institute for Lobbying and Ethics. She joined NAB last year.
Steve Wexler Stepping Down in Milwaukee
Steve Wexler, the vice president and market manager of Good Karma Brands's station group in Milwaukee, will step down from his role and end his 35-year management career, the company announced on Tuesday.
KIIS Pioneer Wally Clark Dies at 84
Wally Clark, the intrepid general manager who helped turn Rick Dees' Top 40 countdown show into a nationally-syndicated staple, died this week at the age of 84. Clark is credited with turning KIIS into a pop powerhouse and financial success.
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