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Executive Action Inside The Syndicate
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Executive Action Inside The Syndicate

March 3, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Executive Action Inside The Syndicate

• Entertainment marketing agency The Syndicate has hired digital strategy expert Stevie Heckert as Senior Manager, Digital Marketing, and expanded

Everything You Need To Know About CRS Honors
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Everything You Need To Know About CRS Honors

March 3, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Everything You Need To Know About CRS Honors

• Country Radio Seminar (CRS) announced that the Country Radio Hall of Fame Class of 2026 and select ACM Radio

NAB Reveals ’26 Crystal Award Winners
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NAB Reveals ’26 Crystal Award Winners

March 3, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on NAB Reveals ’26 Crystal Award Winners

• The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced the 10 winners of the 39th annual NAB Crystal Radio Awards: KBHP-FM/Bemidji,

Condolences: Rick McNeal
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Condolences: Rick McNeal

March 2, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Condolences: Rick McNeal

• Rick McNeal, former longtime morning co-host on Woodward Classic Rock WAPL/Appleton-Oshkosh, WI died Feb. 28 at 67. McNeal had

Female Lineup Shines On Sunny 104.3
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Female Lineup Shines On Sunny 104.3

March 2, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Female Lineup Shines On Sunny 104.3

• Last week Sierra H Multimedia relocated the Rhythmic AC format on KAJM (Mega 104.3)/Phoenix from 104.3 to 99.3 (K257CD

Karen Henderson Named SVP/Sales, Focus 360
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Karen Henderson Named SVP/Sales, Focus 360

March 2, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Karen Henderson Named SVP/Sales, Focus 360

• Focus 360 LLC has appointed Karen Henderson as Senior Vice President of Sales, bringing seasoned broadcast leadership and multi-platform

JVC Launches Country Fresh Radio
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JVC Launches Country Fresh Radio

March 2, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on JVC Launches Country Fresh Radio

• JVC Broadcasting announced the launch of Country Fresh Radio (CFR), described as “a new, nationally syndicated Country radio show

Meet Your 2026 ACM Radio Award Nominees!
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Meet Your 2026 ACM Radio Award Nominees!

March 2, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Meet Your 2026 ACM Radio Award Nominees!

• The Academy of Country Music (ACM)® has revealed the ACM Radio Awards nominees for the 61st Academy of Country

BMI Names Powenski As SVP/Head Of HR
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BMI Names Powenski As SVP/Head Of HR

March 2, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on BMI Names Powenski As SVP/Head Of HR

• BMI announced that John Powenski has joined the company as Senior Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer, effective

‘Muthaknows’ The Way To WRNB/Philly
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‘Muthaknows’ The Way To WRNB/Philly

March 2, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on ‘Muthaknows’ The Way To WRNB/Philly

• Urban One’s WRNB (100.3 RnB)/Philadelphia proudly welcomes market veteran Kevin “Muthaknows” Cesar to fill several vital roles. Beginning Monday,

EXECUTIVE ACTION

Executive Action Inside The Syndicate
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Executive Action Inside The Syndicate

March 3, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Executive Action Inside The Syndicate

• Entertainment marketing agency The Syndicate has hired digital strategy expert Stevie Heckert as Senior Manager, Digital Marketing, and expanded

Whiteside Stepping Down As ACM CEO
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Whiteside Stepping Down As ACM CEO

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NAB Reveals ’26 Crystal Award Winners
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NAB Reveals ’26 Crystal Award Winners

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Karen Henderson Named SVP/Sales, Focus 360
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Karen Henderson Named SVP/Sales, Focus 360

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BMI Names Powenski As SVP/Head Of HR
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BMI Names Powenski As SVP/Head Of HR

March 2, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on BMI Names Powenski As SVP/Head Of HR

PROGRAMMING

Everything You Need To Know About CRS Honors
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Everything You Need To Know About CRS Honors

March 3, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Everything You Need To Know About CRS Honors

• Country Radio Seminar (CRS) announced that the Country Radio Hall of Fame Class of 2026 and select ACM Radio

Female Lineup Shines On Sunny 104.3
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Female Lineup Shines On Sunny 104.3

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JVC Launches Country Fresh Radio
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JVC Launches Country Fresh Radio

March 2, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on JVC Launches Country Fresh Radio
Meet Your 2026 ACM Radio Award Nominees!
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Meet Your 2026 ACM Radio Award Nominees!

March 2, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Meet Your 2026 ACM Radio Award Nominees!
Can You Fill Rob Roberts’ Large Shoes?
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Can You Fill Rob Roberts’ Large Shoes?

February 26, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Can You Fill Rob Roberts’ Large Shoes?

PROS IN MOTION

Executive Action Inside The Syndicate
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Executive Action Inside The Syndicate

March 3, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Executive Action Inside The Syndicate

• Entertainment marketing agency The Syndicate has hired digital strategy expert Stevie Heckert as Senior Manager, Digital Marketing, and expanded

Female Lineup Shines On Sunny 104.3
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Female Lineup Shines On Sunny 104.3

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‘Muthaknows’ The Way To WRNB/Philly
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‘Muthaknows’ The Way To WRNB/Philly

March 2, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on ‘Muthaknows’ The Way To WRNB/Philly
Adri: New Afternoon Star In Burlington
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Adri: New Afternoon Star In Burlington

February 27, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Adri: New Afternoon Star In Burlington
Carni Punches His Ticket To Sactown
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Carni Punches His Ticket To Sactown

February 26, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Carni Punches His Ticket To Sactown

FREE AGENT

More Sacramento Pros On The Loose
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More Sacramento Pros On The Loose

February 20, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on More Sacramento Pros On The Loose

• Yet another unscheduled departure inside Audacy’s Sacramento broadcast complex — this time it’s our longtime pal (and former R&R

Lawrence Writing His Next Chapter
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Lawrence Writing His Next Chapter

February 20, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Lawrence Writing His Next Chapter
‘Neanderpaul’ On The Loose, Totally Unsupervised
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‘Neanderpaul’ On The Loose, Totally Unsupervised

February 19, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on ‘Neanderpaul’ On The Loose, Totally Unsupervised
Pros On The Loose: Shawn Tempesta
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Pros On The Loose: Shawn Tempesta

February 17, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Pros On The Loose: Shawn Tempesta

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Little Rock, Big Opportunity
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Little Rock, Big Opportunity

February 27, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Little Rock, Big Opportunity

• Cumulus Media is seeking a creative, engaging On‑Air personality to join its Central Arkansas team in Little Rock. Rebecca

Can You Fill Rob Roberts’ Large Shoes?
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Can You Fill Rob Roberts’ Large Shoes?

February 26, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Can You Fill Rob Roberts’ Large Shoes?
Opportunity Knocks: Director Of Ops, CMG ATL
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Opportunity Knocks: Director Of Ops, CMG ATL

February 24, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Opportunity Knocks: Director Of Ops, CMG ATL
Rare Mid-Morning Opening, WBAP/DFW
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Rare Mid-Morning Opening, WBAP/DFW

February 23, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Rare Mid-Morning Opening, WBAP/DFW

BREAKING NEWS

Whiteside Stepping Down As ACM CEO
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Whiteside Stepping Down As ACM CEO

March 3, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Whiteside Stepping Down As ACM CEO

• The Academy of Country Music (ACM) announced that CEO Damon Whiteside plans to depart in June 2026 after six-and-a-half

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Executive Action Inside The Syndicate
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Executive Action Inside The Syndicate

March 3, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Executive Action Inside The Syndicate

• Entertainment marketing agency The Syndicate has hired digital strategy expert Stevie Heckert as Senior Manager, Digital Marketing, and expanded

Karen Henderson Named SVP/Sales, Focus 360
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Karen Henderson Named SVP/Sales, Focus 360

March 2, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Karen Henderson Named SVP/Sales, Focus 360
JVC Launches Country Fresh Radio
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JVC Launches Country Fresh Radio

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Black Effect Podcast Fest Returns
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Black Effect Podcast Fest Returns

February 25, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Black Effect Podcast Fest Returns
Promotion-Palooza At Sun Label Group
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Promotion-Palooza At Sun Label Group

February 25, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Promotion-Palooza At Sun Label Group

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Executive Action Inside The Syndicate
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Executive Action Inside The Syndicate

March 3, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Executive Action Inside The Syndicate

• Entertainment marketing agency The Syndicate has hired digital strategy expert Stevie Heckert as Senior Manager, Digital Marketing, and expanded

Everything You Need To Know About CRS Honors
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Everything You Need To Know About CRS Honors

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Whiteside Stepping Down As ACM CEO
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Whiteside Stepping Down As ACM CEO

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Executive Action Inside The Syndicate

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New Executive Positions At Position Music
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New Executive Positions At Position Music

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Promotion-Palooza At Sun Label Group
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Promotion-Palooza At Sun Label Group

February 25, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Promotion-Palooza At Sun Label Group
Rock & Roll HOF Reveals 2026 Nominees
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Rock & Roll HOF Reveals 2026 Nominees

February 25, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Rock & Roll HOF Reveals 2026 Nominees
SoCal Sound Presents ‘Women Crush Wednesday’
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SoCal Sound Presents ‘Women Crush Wednesday’

February 24, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on SoCal Sound Presents ‘Women Crush Wednesday’
Hilary Duff: Audacy’s ’26 Leading Lady
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Hilary Duff: Audacy’s ’26 Leading Lady

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Everything You Need To Know About CRS Honors
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Everything You Need To Know About CRS Honors

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Female Lineup Shines On Sunny 104.3
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Female Lineup Shines On Sunny 104.3

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JVC Launches Country Fresh Radio
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JVC Launches Country Fresh Radio

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Meet Your 2026 ACM Radio Award Nominees!
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Meet Your 2026 ACM Radio Award Nominees!

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Can You Fill Rob Roberts’ Large Shoes?
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Can You Fill Rob Roberts’ Large Shoes?

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Phoenix Suddenly 37% Sunnier
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Phoenix Suddenly 37% Sunnier

February 26, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Phoenix Suddenly 37% Sunnier

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