New Leader For WBGO
Newark Public Radio’s Board of Trustees has named Steven A. Williams, President/CEO of WBGO. Williams will take the reins on January 4, 2021.
Adams New PD For NRG, Omaha
David Adams is the new FM Program Director for Sweet 98.5 (KQKQ), Power 106.9 (KOPW) and 101.9 The Keg (KOOO). He joins NRG from iHeartMedia in Tucson.
Radio Legend Ed Hurst Passes
With more than 75 years in broadcasting, Ed Hurst, has died. The Atlantic City/Philly Radio mainstay was 94.
Jacent Jackson Joins Sound That Brands
Podcasting studio Sound That Brands has hired the radio veteran as a senior producer. Jacent has been a PD at KFOG in San Francisco, WLUM in Milwaukee and Q101 in Chicago.
Trumper Takes Over as CEO at Riviera
Arizona-based Riviera Broadcasting has announced Jeff Trumper as its new President & CEO. Trumper had previously served on the Board of Riviera since merging the station he owned KMVA-FM in to the Riviera Phoenix Cluster in 2014.
Music Icon Gets His Own Radio Show
The great Tony Orlando will be joining 77 WABC in hosting his own weekend music show. Orlando will spin hits from the 60s and 70s every Saturday from 10 p.m. to midnight.
Promotion for Wade Linder
Wade Linder, PD for 94.7 WLS Chicago has been promoted to VP, Classic Rock for Cumulus. He'll continue as PD at WLS, a role he's held since 2018.
New Director Of Sales For CMG, Tulsa
Cody Welling takes over as Director of Sales November 9 for Cox Media Group, Tulsa. Welling most recently served as the GSM for the Ohio News Network and 97.1 The Fan (WBNS-FM)
Townsquare Promotes AE To Market President
Jeff Robb has been promoted to Market President for Townsquaare in Dubuque, IA. He moves up from his Senior Account Executive position to run the 5-station cluster.
It’s Official – Benigno Retiring
Longtime WFAN 101.9 FM/660 AM (WFAN-FM/AM) on-air host Joe Benigno will retire from his afternoon drive co-host role. His final show will be November 6. He will continue to be heard on the station in select roles beginning in 2021.
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