“Big John” Hill Leads Vermont Broadcasters Hall of Fame ’25 Class
The Vermont Association of Broadcasters has announced its 2025 Hall of Fame inductees and award winners, celebrating decades of service and community impact across the state’s airwaves. Honorees will be recognized at a ceremony on November 15 in Burlington.
Carletta Blake Saddles Up With Summit to Lead K95 In Richmond
SummitMedia has appointed Carletta Blake as Brand Manager and on-air personality for Country K95 (WKHK) in Richmond. Blake previously spent five years as Program Director and talent at iHeartMedia Cleveland’s 99.5 WGAR before parting ways in August 2024.
WJR Names Marie Osborne Director of Community Affairs & News
Cumulus Media Detroit announced the promotion of broadcast journalist Marie Osborne to Director of Community Affairs & News for News/Talk station News Talk 760 (WJR-AM). She previously worked as a Senior News Analyst for the station.
Former KRLA and KROQ Broadcaster Russ O’Hara Passes Away
Los Angeles radio personality Russ O'Hara has passed away. Born Russell Eugene Nealeigh, O'Hara did multiple stints at the original KRLA from 1969 to 1972, 1981 to 1982, and 1992 to 1993. News of his passing was shared on social media. No cause of death was reported.
Bari Weiss Named CBS News Editor-in-Chief
The Free Press founder, Bari Weiss, has been named Editor-in-Chief of CBS News by Paramount Skydance Corporation following its acquisition of the subscription media company, placing her in charge of the newsgathering direction of CBS News Radio.
Joel Clary Departs Salem Media for Senior Radio Role at KSE
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment has appointed Joel Clary as Senior Vice President and General Manager of its Denver-based KSE Radio Ventures. He joins KSE from Salem Media Group, where he spent the past two years as Regional Multimedia Sales Manager.
Townsquare Brings Fielder Back to Texas to Lead Midland-Odessa
Aleese Fielder is making a return to the market where she began her career as Market President for Townsquare Media's Midland-Odessa, TX, cluster. Fielder joins Townsquare from NRG Media Wausau, where she most recently served as Market Manager.
Rutkowski Back in Sweet Home Chicago For Audacy’s 93XRT
Audacy Chicago has named Michelle Rutkowski as the new Brand Manager of 93XRT (WXRT), beginning October 13. Rutkowski will oversee content strategy, direct talent, manage operations, and guide branding. She succeeds Laura Duncan, whose final day is November 3.
Bay Country Host Emily Harlan Selected for MIW Mentorship
Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio has announced Connoisseur Media San Francisco's Bay Country 94.5 (KBAY) afternoon host Emily Harlan as its 2025 Behind the Mic mentee. Harlan also hosts weekends on Portland, OR's 98.7 The Bull (KUPL).
Worship 24/7 President David Harms Moves to Hope Media Group
As it closes its purchase of Worship 24/7, Hope Media Group welcomes the network's former President to its broadcast ministry as Pastor of Discipleship. Harms will focus on strengthening audience connections through biblical content and prayer initiatives.
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