MBA Awards Eight Scholarships to Missouri Broadcasting Students
The Missouri Broadcasters Association has awarded eight MBA Foundation Scholarships to students pursuing careers in broadcasting and digital media. The 2026 class will be honored during the MBA Awards banquet on June 6, closing the association’s convention.
Seahawks’ John Schneider Rejoins Seattle Sports for Weekly Show
Following their Super Bowl LX win, Seattle Seahawks General Manager John Schneider's offseason show is back on Bonneville International's Seattle Sports 710 (KIRO-AM) for its fourth consecutive year to discuss offseason plans, draft preparation, and free agency.
Compass Points Sperling To Affiliate Sales Director Role
Compass Media Networks has promoted Sydney Sperling to Director of Affiliate Sales, expanding her role in shaping affiliate strategy and network growth. Sperling joined Compass Media Networks in July 2023 after graduating from Trinity College that spring.
Q104.3’s Kerr Locks In Another Half Decade Of Waking Up NYC
Radio Hall of Famer Jim Kerr is staying put at iHeartMedia New York’s Q104.3 (WAXQ). The morning host signed a five-year contract extension, which will be added to his more than five decades on air in America's largest market and time at Q104.3 since 2002.
A Familiar Face Returns To Host ‘New Faces’ Show at CRS 2026
Elaina Smith will return to host the New Faces of Country Music Show at CRS 2026 in Nashville, spotlighting six emerging artists as the long-running showcase continues its five-decade tradition of connecting rising talent with country radio programmers and industry leaders.
Central Coast Public Radio’s KCBX Appoints Chris McBride as GM
Central Coast Public Radio has named Chris McBride General Manager, succeeding Frank Lanzone, who has led the San Luis Obispo-based station since 1980. McBride joined KCBX in 2023 as Development Director and later added the role of Assistant General Manager.
Denver’s Plante To Join Grand Ole Opry Centennial Celebration
106.7 The Bull (KWBL) midday host Denise Plante will be the latest radio name to serve as a guest announcer at the Grand Ole Opry in celebration of its 100th anniversary. The iHeartMedia Denver talent will grace the stage in Nashville on February 21.
Lotus Broadens Larry Mac’s Role Across Tucson Portfolio
Lotus Communications has promoted Larry Mac to Director of Operations & Programming, expanding his oversight across both the company's Spanish-language and general market station portfolios in Southern Arizona after more than 19 years with the company.
Industry, Listeners Asked to Submit 2026 Radio Hall of Fame Picks
The Radio Hall of Fame Nominating Committee has opened the submission window for its 2026 induction class, inviting industry professionals and listeners to submit suggestions as the selection process begins ahead of this year’s industry-wide vote.
Las Vegas Morning Host Shawn Tempesta Announces KKLZ Exit
Shawn Tempesta is out at Las Vegas’ 96.3 KKLZ, just months after being moved to the station’s morning lineup. Tempesta joined KKLZ in November following Beasley Media Group’s decision to split Aimee + Shawn, the duo he co-hosted on 102.7 KVGS.
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