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From Radio Online: In a filing with the FCC, Educational Media Foundation (EMF) has agreed to sell 1.15kW WFFI (Air1) in Kingston Springs, TN -- serving Nashville, to Family Stations Inc., or Family Radio, for $2.1 million. Pending FCC approval, a $105,000 escrow deposit is being held, to be paid at closing. The buyer is More...

From Radio Online: Podcast Radio has expanded its U.S. presence by launching on Alpha Media's KAUS-AM in the Austin-Rochester, MN, area. The station will provide listeners with a curated selection of podcasts across multiple genres, offering a fresh approach to radio-based podcast discovery. The More...

From Radio Online: DJ D-Strong returns to WJHM-FM (102 JAMZ) in Orlando. He becomes the newly relaunched 102 JAMZ's first air talent and will be heard weekdays from 2-7pm ET beginning October 3. DJ D-Strong launched his career on the station from 2003 to 2014. A 20-year industry veteran, he currently serves as the DJ and emcee More...

From Radio Online: Cumulus Media appoints Darren White as Program Director for News/Talk KKOB (770AM andamp; 96.3 FM News Radio) in Albuquerque. In addition to his new role with News Radio KKOB, White will also program sister Sports/Talk KNML (610AM andamp; 95.9FM The Sports Animal). This marks a return to Cumulus Albuquerque and News More...

From Radio Insight: Cumulus Media has announced the appointment of Darren White as Program Director of Conservative Talk “NewsRadio 96.3” 770 KKOB/96.3 KKOB-FM and Sports “The Sports Animal” 610 KNML/95.9 K240BL Albuquerque NM. White previously hosted 1-3pm on KKOB as ‘Sherrif Darren’ from 2019 to 2021. He has served as Bernalillo County Sheriff from 2003-2009, Secretary of New Mexico Department of Public Safety and Albuquerque Chief Public Safety Officer. He stated, “I am honored to accept the position of Program Director for News Radio KKOB and KNML the Sports Animal, and I am humbled by the confidence Cumulus Media has placed in me for this exciting new challenge. Having been a part of Cumulus for over a decade, I have seen firsthand the incredible dedication and talent of the teams at both stations. With a proven history of delivering provocative, engaging, and informative radio that is second to none, I look forward to building on that legacy by attracting new listeners and continuing to bring dynamic programming to our loyal radio family.? Cumulus Albuquerque VP/Market Manager Jeff Berry said, ?I am SO excited for Darren?s return to Cumulus Albuquerque as Program Director. His passion for radio and vision for the future are contagious. We are fortunate to have someone with his background re-join our industry in a leadership position. Welcome home, Darren!? more

From Radio Insight: Audacy Rhythmic Throwbacks “102 Jamz” WJHM Daytona Beach/Orlando FL has begun filling-out its airstaff with the addition of Dwight ?DJ D-Strong? Ricketts as afternoon host. D-Strong began his career at the original iteration of the station in 2003 and remained until its flip to CHR “101.9 Amp Radio” WQMP in 2014. He then joined iHeartMedia Hip Hop ?104.5 The Beat? W283AN/WTKS-HD2 in 2014, rising to Program Director in 2017 until being part of iHeart’s August layoffs. He is also the arena DJ/emcee for the NBA’s Orlando Magic, was Ciara’s tour DJ, and part of BET’s “106 & Park”. He commented, “I am incredibly excited to return to 102 JAMZ, the station that launched my radio career. I look forward to not only being a part of this new chapter of the 102 Jamz legacy but also engaging with our listeners and giving back to the community that has supported me throughout my journey.? WJHM Brand Manager Miguel ?Mijo? Irizarry said, “D-Strong isn’t just part of the Orlando community, he embodies it. His passion, work ethic and experience as both a programmer and talent make him invaluable wherever he’s needed.? more

From Radio Insight: Family Stations will be arriving in Nashville with the acquisition of 93.7 WFFI Kingston Springs TN from Educational Media Foundation for $2.1 million. A network affiliation agreement will take effect on Tuesday, October 15 with the station launching its “Family Radio” Christian Preaching programming under new WFRW call letters. The deal includes WFFI’s tower property and marks Family Stations’ entry into the state of Tenn EMF had acquired WFFI along with former simulcasters 94.1 WFFH Smyrna and 104.9 WBOZ Woodbury along with 99.5 KAIM-FM Honolulu HI in March for $7 million. It flipped WFFH to its “Air 1” network as WAIV and WBOZ to “K-Love” simulcasting 97.1 WLVU Belle Meade/Nashville as WLVN in June. more

From Radio Online: Premiere's FOX Sports Radio (FSR) has announced a renewed long-term agreement with "Two Pros and a Cup of Joe," the network's weekday morning show featuring Brady Quinn, LaVar Arrington and Jonas Knox. As part of the agreement, the program will continue to air in the network's 6-9am ET weekday timeslot on More...

From Radio Online: The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) has awarded grants to public media stations in six states as part of the first round of funding under the Next Generation Warning System (NGWS) program. Funded by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), these grants are aimed at More...

From Radio Online: Audacy and the Philadelphia Phillies ink a multi-year extension to their radio broadcast partnership. WIP-FM (SportsRadio 94WIP) will continue as the flagship station of the team, airing all regular and postseason games, as well as select Spring Training games. All games will be heard on WIP-FM and streamed More...

From Radio Online: The FCC's Enforcement Bureau appoints Andy Hendrickson as its new Chief Technology Officer to provide strategic and technical advice on technological developments. The agency says the establishment of a CTO position in the Enforcement Bureau continues the FCC's efforts to confront the challenges of modern More...

From Radio Online: Beasley Media Group elevatess April Brinks-Bailey (pictured), Stacie Waldrop and Randy Cable in its Florida markets. Brinks-Bailey, currently the National Sales Manager for Tampa, Fort Myers and Augusta, is upped to Director of Agency Sales for Tampa and Fort Myers. "I am excited to take on this new role More...

From Radio Insight: Eastlan Ratings has released its August monthlies for Bend OR, Billings MT, Charleston WV, Elkhart IN, Florence/Muscle Shoals AL, Greenville/New Bern/Jacksonville NC, Hot Springs AR, Johnson City/Kingsport/Bristol, Kalispell MT, La Salle/Peru IL, Laurel/Hattiesburg MS, Raleigh/Durham NC, San Luis Obispo CA, Santa Rosa CA, South Bend IN Twin Falls ID, and Waco TX. and the Summer ratings for Kauai and Maui HI. more

From Radio Insight: Audacy has announced it has agreed to a multi-year contract extension with the Philadelphia Phillies to continue to carry their game broadcasts on Sports 94.1 WIP. WIP has served as home of Phillies broadcasts since 2016 after previously sharing them with sister Conservative Talk 1210 WPHT. The station will continue to carry all regular season and postseason games called by. Scott Franzke, Larry Andersen and Kevin Stocker outside of conflicts with the NFL’s Eagles along with half-hour pregame and postgame shows anchored by Gregg Murphy. Audacy Philadelphia SVP/Market Manager David Yadgaroff said, “As we gear up for another Red October, we?re excited to announce our continued partnership with the Phillies. The Phillies are synonymous with this city?s great sports culture, and we?re proud to continue serving as the home for Phillies faithful ? from every pitch throughout the season to yearlong updates and headlines surrounding their favorite team.? Phillies EVP David Buck added, “SportsRadio 94WIP has been the Phillies? longtime radio partner, and our collective goal has always been to provide*fans with the most entertaining, informative and engaging broadcast in the game. As excitement ramps up for our third consecutive postseason appearance, we also celebrate the continuation of Phillies baseball on our flagship station for years to come.? more

From Radio Insight: iHeartMedia CHR 97.1 KZHT Salt Lake City morning host E. White is adding a second role in the market hosting afternoons on Classic Rock “Rock 106.7” KAAZ-FM Spanish Fork. White arrived in Salt Lake City in July 2023 to host mornings at KZHT with Erica Shea. He has spent his entire career with the company going straight from an intern in Philadelphia to Music/Imaging Director and afternoon host at CHR ?107.5 Kiss-FM? KKDM Des Moines in November 2017. He then hosted nights at 101.3 KDWB Minneapolis from 2020 until departing to join KZHT. White also is heard weekends on “Alt 104.5” WRFF Philadelphia. He succeeds the Tampa based Ron ‘Big Rig’ Michaels in afternoons at KAAZ-FM. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rock 106.7 (@rock1067) more

From Radio Insight: Corey Dillon has departed as morning show producer and midday host at Radio One Country “93Q” 92.9 KKBQ Pasadena/Houston TX after three and a half years at the station. Dillon joined KKBQ in May 2021 as midday host and added the morning show duties in May 2023. Prior to KKBQ, Dillon had a previous stint in the market hosting nights at Country “100.3 The Bull” KILT-FM from 2017-18. He also has hosted afternoons at Country ?98.9 The Bull? KNUC Seattle from 2018 until April 2020 and previously worked at CHRs ?Z90? XHITZ Tijuana/San Diego, ?95 Triple X? WXXX Burlington VT, and ?103.3 Amp Radio? WODS Boston. Weekender Mason Pradt is now listed in middays at the station. Pradt has been with the station since 2014 working in promotions until 2019. He previously hosted middays on former sister “Country Legends 97.1” KTHT and nights on KKBQ. more

From Radio Insight: With the tower of MARC Radio Hip Hop “Magic 101.3” WTMG Williston/Gainesville FL being destroyed by Hurricane Helene last week, the station’s programming is moving to 980 WDVH/94.1 W231DH Gainesville for the foreseeable future. That will move Adult R&B “R&B 94.1” to streaming only. Magic Program Director/afternoon host Vinny Foo told MainstreetDailyNews.com, “Our first move was to start pushing the new streams as we have huge listenership in Gainesville and Ocala. We want to make sure our listeners keep their daily routine.? In regards to a timetable to get the 101.3 signal restored, Foo added “This could take some time, especially while a big portion of the state is trying to rebuild, not just their stations but also their livelihoods.” more

From Radio Insight: Public News/Talk/Indie Alternative 89.9 KCRW Santa Monica/Los Angeles has announced the addition of Alejandro ‘Ale’ Cohen as Music Director effective October 28. Cohen joins KCRW from music collective dublab which he co-founded and served as General Manager from 2007 to 2015 and has been Executive Director since. The organization operates 99.1 KLDB-LP Los Angeles described as “broadcasting since the ‘dot-com era’ with the mission to share forward-thinking, freeform radio with an international audience. dublab?s programming has since expanded to include the production of original art exhibits, films, television, events, and community education projects as well as broadcast on affiliate stations in Germany, Japan, Spain, and Brazil.” A music composer and producer, Cohen has released music under the names Languis and Pharaohs and has composed for multiple television shows, documentaries and educational materials. He has also consulted for Pacifica’s 90.7 KPFK Los Angeles and as part of his duties as dublab?s Executive Director, he oversaw its programming and podcast offerings, managed fundraising for the organization and curated the annual ambient music event Tonalism. Cohen comemented, ?KCRW is one of the defining voices of our community. Today, I am grateful for the opportunity to join the organization, and be part of that voice that informs, inspires, and connects the people of Los Angeles and the world.” He continued, ?My story has been intertwined with KCRW from the moment I moved from Buenos Aires and made Los Angeles my home. Back in August 1996, with only a demo cassette of my music, I ventured to the old KCRW studios in the basement of Santa Monica College and left a copy of my songs with Chris Douridas. I knew right away from his warm and welcoming nature, genuine interest, and curiosity that this was the place to be.? KCRW Chief Content Officer Arnie Seipel said, ?I?m thrilled to work with Alejandro who, as a longtime fan of KCRW, understands and respects the legacy of KCRW Music. He is ready to take our mission of music discovery to the next generation of fans in the spaces where they enjoy music. Anne Litt, KCRW?s current Music Director will shift to a creative consultant role where she can be closer to the audiences who love her, on air, at live events, and in her weekly Music Insider email. Alejandro will build on all the progress we?ve made from the hard work and passion of Anne. It?s a win for our audience because we don?t have to lose one to get the other.? more