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ACM 60

ACM Radio Nominees Unveiled Ahead of 60th Awards in Texas

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The Academy of Country Music has revealed the nominees for the ACM Radio Awards, honoring excellence in the format. Due to ties, the Large Market and Medium Market Radio Station of the Year categories feature six and seven nominees, respectively.
Neil Middleton

Forcht Broadcasting Welcomes Neil Middleton as New CEO

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Kentucky-based Forcht Broadcasting Radio and Digital has appointed Neil Middleton as its new President and CEO. Middleton stepped into the role in December following the retirement of Mike Tarter.
Anthony Cumia

Anthony Cumia Show Syndicated Nationally Following NYC Debut

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Red Apple Audio Networks has announced the national syndication of The Anthony Cumia Show after its debut on 77WABC. The shock jock, known for nearly 20 years as one half of The Opie and Anthony Show, had been off terrestrial radio for over a decade until March 9.
Justin Credible

New Afternoon Host At LA’s Power 106 Is Justin Credible

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Los Angeles' Power 106 (KPWR) has moved nighttime personality Justin Credible up to afternoon drive. Justin Credible’s Liftoff Show has aired on the station since 2016. In his place, Power nights will now be hosted by B-Nyce and DJ Carisma.
Bob Rivers

Iconic Rock ‘n’ Roll Radio Host Bob Rivers Dies of Cancer

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Many radio industry veterans are expressing surprise and shock, as Bob Rivers has died at the age of 68. Rivers had suffered from terminal cancer, as disclosed in a January 15, 2025 article in the Seattle Times.
MetroNews

Amanda Barren, Dave Allen To Co-Host WV’s MetroNews Midday

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West Virginia's MetroNews is set to debut MetroNews Midday across its statewide radio affiliates beginning March 24. The program will feature veteran 13 News and Tonight Live anchor Amanda Barren alongside WCHS Radio talk show host Dave Allen.
Larry Mendte

Larry Mendte Made Permanent Morning Host At NYC’s WOR

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iHeartMedia New York's 710 WOR-AM has officially named Larry Mendte as the station's permanent morning host. Mendte in the Morning has been filling the daypart on an interim basis since late last year, replacing Len Berman and Michael Riedel.
Lois Reitzes

Longtime Atlanta Public Radio Voice To Retire After 45 Years

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Atlanta radio fixture Lois Reitzes has announced that she will retire from daily hosting duties at WABE 90.1 at the end of June, concluding a 45-year career. Reitzes joined WABE in 1979 as a music programmer and host of Early Morning Music.

Alex Silverman To Exit Audacy’s KNX News in Los Angeles

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Alex Silverman is leaving Audacy after serving as Director of News and Programming at KNX News in Los Angeles. Silverman announced his departure on LinkedIn, stating that he will step down in a few weeks to explore new opportunities.
Emily Harlan

Emily Harlan Hosts ‘She’s Country’ Marathon for Int’l Women’s Day

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Alpha Media's Bay Country (KBAY/KKDV) and afternoon drive host Emily Harlan will celebrate International Women’s Day in the San Jose area on Saturday, March 8, by expanding She’s Country program into an all-day marathon.

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