Hoitt Leaves Print For Radio
Debbie Hiott has been the editor of the Austin American-Statesman for seven years, but now she’s headed to KUT 90.5, Austin’s NPR station, and KUTX 98.9/Austin.
Robert Shulein Passes
Respected audio engineer Robert Schulein passed away on New Years’ Day after a long battle with cancer. He was 76.
Brother-Sister Act
Toronto alternative station, 102.1 The Edge (CFNY-FM) has a new morning show: Mornings With Ruby & Alex. Hosted by sister-brother duo Ruby and Alex Carr, Mornings With Ruby & Alex airs weekdays, 5:30 a.m.–10:00 a.m. ET.
Beasley Promotes Burgess To Top Digital Job
Lori Burgess takes up the newly created position of Chief Digital Content Officer with Beasley. She's been serving as the company’s integrated marketing strategy consultant since May of 2017.
PD Williams Switches Cities
Armen Williams has taken his skills as a Program Director to SportsRadio 610 (KILT-AM) and CBS Sports Radio 650 (KIKK-AM) in Houston, starting January 7. Williams was recently the Program Director for KKFN in Denver.
Rusty Walker Scholarship Recipients Named
The Country Radio Broadcasters have named Kristin Monica, Megan Benoit, and Shannon Lewis as recipients of the 2019 Rusty Walker Scholarship.
New Pair Of Personalities For WVEE/Atlanta
Entercom has named Jade Novah and JR to V-103 (WVEE-FM) in Atlanta as co-hosts of the station’s morning show, alongside current host Frank Ski.
Howard Makes Chicago Move For SVP Role
James Howard has been named Senior Vice President of Programming for iHeart’s Chicago region and Program Director for 103.5 KISS FM starting January 16.
Saul “Sy” Dresner Passes
Saul “Sy” Dresner, of Boca Raton, FL, former owner and operator of WCCC AM & FM, the popular longtime Hard Rock and personality radio station in Hartford, CT, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019 at the age of 89.
George D. Callard New Legal Eagle For Nielsen
Callard begins work in the position of Chief Legal Officer on January 22. He succeeds Eric J. Dale, who has served in the role since 2015 and resigned to pursue an opportunity outside of the company.
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