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DeLoss Jahnke

RFD Radio’s DeLoss Jahnke Named NAFB President for 2026

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The National Association of Farm Broadcasting has elected its 2026 Board of Directors following the organization’s annual convention in Kansas City. Newly elected officers include RFD Radio Network Senior News Anchor DeLoss Jahnke as President.
Drake Toll

Banana Ball’s Drake C. Toll Getting National Morning Radio Show

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Westwood One is launching a new national morning sports show hosted by Drake C. Toll, best known as a play-by-play broadcaster for the Savannah Bananas. The new show promises analysis and storytelling across on-air, digital, and social platforms.
DJ Prostyle

DJ Prostyle and Wilson Step Into New Roles at NYC’s Power 105.1

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iHeartMedia New York has elevated two of its own to leadership at Power 105.1 (WWPR). Alexander “DJ Prostyle” Santelises is now Assistant Program Director, and Symantha Wilson steps into dual roles as station Music Director and Producer for The Breakfast Club.
Oregon Public Broadcasting

OPB Adds Green and Flaccus to Senior Leadership

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Oregon Public Broadcasting is strengthening its executive ranks with two leadership appointments taking effect in December. Amanda Green has been named Chief Financial Officer, and Gillian Flaccus will serve as News Director.
Tom Nankival

Virginia General Manager Job Marks Tom Nankival’s Second Saga

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Saga Communications has announced the return of Tom Nankival as General Manager of its Harrisonburg, VA, operations. Nankival rejoins the company after a brief stint as VP of Sales for Mid-West Family Broadcasting in Indiana and Michigan.
Jeffrey Warshaw

Jeff Warshaw Inherits Proffitt’s NAB Radio Board Seat

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Connoisseur Media CEO Jeff Warshaw has been appointed to the NAB Board of Directors, filling the District 24 radio seat previously held by former Alpha Media CEO Bob Proffitt. The board helps steer NAB advocacy for regulatory and policy issues.
Will Payne

Will Payne to Succeed Vance Harrison as OAB President in 2026

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The Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters has named Payne Media Group owner Will Payne as its next President, succeeding outgoing OAB President Vance Harrison following his impending retirement at the organization’s 2026 Annual Convention.
Joan Dylan Joins WBMW

Connecticut’s Soft Rock 106.5 Picks Joan Dylan for Middays

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Full Power Radio's Soft Rock 106.5 (WBMW) has brought established Connecticut radio personality Joan Dylan aboard as the station's new midday host. Dylan has over thirty years of experience across Hartford, Fairfield, and the Shoreline.
Albert Rodriguez

MediaCo Extends Rodriguez as CEO With Multi-Year Contract

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MediaCo has approved new multi-year employment agreements for President and CEO Albert Rodriguez and EVP, CFO, and Treasurer Debra DeFelice, outlining updated salary structures, bonuses, and equity awards tied to long-term company performance.
Tanner Chambers

Tanner Chambers Exits K99 Morning Show In Colorado

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K99 (KUAD) morning co-host Tanner Chambers has departed from Townsquare Media’s Northern Colorado station after nearly three years. Chambers joined K99 in 2023 after four years in California, where he co-hosted mornings on Santa Rosa's Froggy 92.9 (KFGY).

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