NRRA Promotes 25-Year Sales Staffer to Market Manager
The Nebraska Rural Radio Association has promoted Kathy Armagost to Market Manager for its Lexington, NE, cluster, where she began her career as a sales representative more than 25 years ago. Under her responsibility are KRVN-AM, 93.1 The River, and KAMI-AM.
Katie Nolan Brings Fan Service to SiriusXM’s Mad Dog Radio
SiriusXM announced a new live weekday call-in program, Fan Service with Katie Nolan, debuting September 2 on Mad Dog Sports Radio. The one-hour show, which serves as the lead-in for The Stephen A. Smith Show is Nolan’s first live program.
BPM Appoints David Belew as Director of Development
David Belew is joining Baltimore Public Media as Director of Development, starting September 22. In his new role, he will lead membership, grants, major giving, events, and community engagement strategies.
NYC’s Hot 97 Names New On-Air Roster; Enuff Out, Flex Still In
After Funkmaster Flex made headlines teasing changes for the station, MediaCo’s Hot 97 (WQHT) has confirmed a new weekday on-air lineup that gives Flex an updated timeslot while phasing out one of the station’s most recognizable personalities.
Funkmaster Flex Instagram Post Misread as Exit From Hot 97
A misconstrued social media post from Hip-Hop radio mainstay Funkmaster Flex created panic among fans on Thursday night that the beloved NYC host would be turning off the mic on MediaCo's Hot 97 (WQHT) forever. Fortunately, it will be a much smaller change.
Catskills Mark End of Era as Radio Newsman Mike Sakell Retires
One of the Catskills’ most recognizable radio voices is retiring after more than four decades on air. Bold Gold Media's Mike Sakell is stepping down, with Sullivan County native Dylan Price taking over as the broadcaster's Catskills News & Sports Director.
Former ‘Morning Edition’ Host Now Brings Sports to Public Radio
Philadelphia's WHYY and public radio syndicator PRX have partnered for Sports in America, a new weekly program and podcast hosted by David Greene. Greene is best known for his decade as host of NPR’s Morning Edition and the morning news podcast Up First.
ESPN Radio College Tailgate Tour Returns for 2025 Season
ESPN has confirmed the return of its College Football Tailgate tour, set to launch nationwide on August 29. The weekend lineup includes Amber & Ian: On the Road on Friday nights and a Saturday morning live broadcast from top tailgating locations across the country.
Radio and Media Executive Jim Dolan Passes Away at 72
Jim Dolan, a respected broadcaster and strategist whose career spanned radio, cable, and digital media, has passed away. He was 72. Colleagues are remembering him for his mentorship, his steady hand, and his gift for turning chaos into strategy.
Spadea’s Back: NJ 101.5 Morning Host Returns After Political Run
Bill Spadea is returning to weekday mornings on Townsquare Media’s New Jersey 101.5 (WKXW) starting Tuesday, September 2, following his unsuccessful run for the Republican nomination for New Jersey governor.















