Justin Paul Leaving WAY-FM
WAY Media in Colorado Springs announced that evening host Justin Paul will be departing WAY-FM on November 9 after serving the ministry for 7 years.
Dave Ryan Extends Contract With iHeart
iHeartMedia Minneapolis’ 101.3 KDWB and morning host Dave Ryan have signed a new multi-year agreement that also includes co-hosts Steve-O and Falen. Ryan celebrated his 25th Anniversary as KDWB morning host in June, first debuting on KDWB in 1993.
Mijo Named PD/Midday Host At WPOW
Miguel “Mijo” Irizarry has been named to the role of Program Director at Power 96 (WPOW-FM) in Miami. Mijo will also host the station’s midday timeslot, weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET. He previously hosted the station’s evening drive.
Lineup Changes At NASH FM 103
NASH FM 103.3 (Nashville) is adding Tyler Reese as Assistant Program Director and midday host (10 a.m.-3 p.m.), as well as Kelly Bradshaw-Brock as host for afternoon drive (3 p.m.-7 p.m.).
Something Brewing At WTPT
Entercom and 93.3 Planet Rocks (WTPT-FM) in Greenville, announced Monday a partnership with Thomas Creek Brewery, Greenville’s oldest family-owned brewery, to create The Rise Guys P1 Pilsner inspired by the station’s top-rated morning show The Rise Guys.
Sook Recognized With Golden Mike Award
The Broadcasters Foundation of America announced Monday that Perry A. Sook — Founder, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Nexstar Media Group — will receive the 2019 Golden Mike Award on Wednesday, March 6, 2019, at the Plaza Hotel in New York City.
Dibly Staying Put At KGMZ In San Fran
Dan Dibley has signed a long-term contract extension with Entercom. The co-host of the morning show on 95.7 The Game (KGMZ-FM) in San Francisco will remain on Joe, Lo & Dibs, weekdays 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. PT.
WGAR Cleveland Launches New Morning Show
iHeart's Country outlet in Cleveland has announced The LeeAnn and Wazz Show will debut Monday. Steve Wazz is a Cleveland native originally from Parma. He will co-host morning drive with LeeAnn Sommers, who's been a part of the WGAR on-air staff since 2010.
Jeff Wilson Joins Nautel
Wilson has joined Nautel as Regional Sales Manager. Based in his home city of Quincy, IL, he will manage Nautel’s Western U.S. sales territory. Prior to joining Nautel, Wilson progressed through the ranks during his 20-year tenure at Broadcast Electronics.
Atlanta Officer Resigns After Tasing Host
Radio One's Qri Montague says she did nothing to warrant being tased during a traffic stop. Fox 5 in Atlanta reports the confrontation with officer Lemuel Gardner began following Montague’s repeated requests to know why she was in handcuffs.
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