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Garth Brooks Buys Nashville ‘Service Station’
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Garth Brooks Buys Nashville ‘Service Station’

November 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Garth Brooks Buys Nashville ‘Service Station’

• Garth Brooks‘ Sevens Network, which ended its relationship with TuneIn in September, is making a move into station ownership

Geter Joins CMG ATL As Digital Media Director
BRANDING/MARKETING CLASSIC ROCK DIGITAL FRONT PAGE HOT AC NEWS/TALK/SPORTS PROS IN MOTION SALES STREAMING URBAN AC 

Geter Joins CMG ATL As Digital Media Director

November 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Geter Joins CMG ATL As Digital Media Director

• Cox Media Group announced the hire of Cherish Geter as Digital Media Director for CMG Atlanta’s radio group: News-Talk

TuneCore Elevates Shah To VP/Global Mkting
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TuneCore Elevates Shah To VP/Global Mkting

November 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on TuneCore Elevates Shah To VP/Global Mkting

• TuneCore, the leading independent development partner for self-releasing artists — part of global artist development company Believe — has

MIW’s Erica Farber Mentorship Window Open
EDUCATION EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAMMING SALES 

MIW’s Erica Farber Mentorship Window Open

November 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on MIW’s Erica Farber Mentorship Window Open

• Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio, Inc. (MIW) is now accepting applications for the 3rd Annual Erica Farber Mentorship

Backtrax USA Winding Down
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Backtrax USA Winding Down

November 9, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Backtrax USA Winding Down

• After more than three decades in syndication, RAMP has learned that Radio Hall Of Famer Kid Kelly will cease

Caplan & Dickson Retiring From KSL/SLC
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Caplan & Dickson Retiring From KSL/SLC

November 9, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Caplan & Dickson Retiring From KSL/SLC

• Two major retirements are happening this week at Bonneville News-Talk KSL 1160AM/102.7 FM/Salt Lake City — afternoon anchor Jeff

SiriusXM Names New CEO
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SiriusXM Names New CEO

November 9, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on SiriusXM Names New CEO

• SiriusXM has named Anjali Sud as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective Jan. 1, 2027. The appointment follows Jennifer

P1 Reveals America’s Top 100 Christmas Songs
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P1 Reveals America’s Top 100 Christmas Songs

November 8, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on P1 Reveals America’s Top 100 Christmas Songs

• Christmas classics continue to dominate America’s holiday music favorites, but listeners increasingly favor a later start to the all-Christmas

Grammy Nominations Next Monday
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Grammy Nominations Next Monday

November 8, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Grammy Nominations Next Monday

• Nominees across all Categories for the 2027 Grammy Awards will be revealed next Monday, Nov. 16 during a special

Lopez Named AM Co-Host, WQDR/Raleigh
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Lopez Named AM Co-Host, WQDR/Raleigh

November 6, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Lopez Named AM Co-Host, WQDR/Raleigh

• Curtis Media Group Country WQDR (94.7 QDR)/Raleigh has named Jenn Lopez as the new co-host of The Q Morning

EXECUTIVE ACTION

Garth Brooks Buys Nashville ‘Service Station’
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Garth Brooks Buys Nashville ‘Service Station’

November 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Garth Brooks Buys Nashville ‘Service Station’

• Garth Brooks‘ Sevens Network, which ended its relationship with TuneIn in September, is making a move into station ownership

Appeals Court: VOA Director Fired Illegally
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Appeals Court: VOA Director Fired Illegally

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TuneCore Elevates Shah To VP/Global Mkting
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TuneCore Elevates Shah To VP/Global Mkting

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MIW’s Erica Farber Mentorship Window Open
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MIW’s Erica Farber Mentorship Window Open

November 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on MIW’s Erica Farber Mentorship Window Open
Caplan & Dickson Retiring From KSL/SLC
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Caplan & Dickson Retiring From KSL/SLC

November 9, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Caplan & Dickson Retiring From KSL/SLC

PROGRAMMING

Garth Brooks Buys Nashville ‘Service Station’
BRANDING/MARKETING COUNTRY DIGITAL EXECUTIVE ACTION FINANCIAL FORMAT FLIPS FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE MILESTONES PROGRAMMING PUBLIC SERVICE STREAMING TRIPLE A 

Garth Brooks Buys Nashville ‘Service Station’

November 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Garth Brooks Buys Nashville ‘Service Station’

• Garth Brooks‘ Sevens Network, which ended its relationship with TuneIn in September, is making a move into station ownership

Appeals Court: VOA Director Fired Illegally
BREAKING NEWS EXECUTIVE ACTION LEGAL MILESTONES NEWS/TALK/SPORTS PROGRAMMING PUBLIC RADIO STREAMING 

Appeals Court: VOA Director Fired Illegally

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MIW’s Erica Farber Mentorship Window Open
EDUCATION EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAMMING SALES 

MIW’s Erica Farber Mentorship Window Open

November 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on MIW’s Erica Farber Mentorship Window Open
Backtrax USA Winding Down
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Backtrax USA Winding Down

November 9, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Backtrax USA Winding Down
Caplan & Dickson Retiring From KSL/SLC
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Caplan & Dickson Retiring From KSL/SLC

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PROS IN MOTION

Geter Joins CMG ATL As Digital Media Director
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Geter Joins CMG ATL As Digital Media Director

November 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Geter Joins CMG ATL As Digital Media Director

• Cox Media Group announced the hire of Cherish Geter as Digital Media Director for CMG Atlanta’s radio group: News-Talk

Caplan & Dickson Retiring From KSL/SLC
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Caplan & Dickson Retiring From KSL/SLC

November 9, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Caplan & Dickson Retiring From KSL/SLC
Lopez Named AM Co-Host, WQDR/Raleigh
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Lopez Named AM Co-Host, WQDR/Raleigh

November 6, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Lopez Named AM Co-Host, WQDR/Raleigh
Streetz 94.5/Atlanta Launches ‘Nicks At Night’
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Streetz 94.5/Atlanta Launches ‘Nicks At Night’

November 3, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Streetz 94.5/Atlanta Launches ‘Nicks At Night’
KS95 Secures Gabe & Angie For PM Drive
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KS95 Secures Gabe & Angie For PM Drive

November 3, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on KS95 Secures Gabe & Angie For PM Drive

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Quinn Stepping Down At Townsquare
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Quinn Stepping Down At Townsquare

October 28, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Quinn Stepping Down At Townsquare

• Kelly Quinn, Chief Growth Officer of Townsquare Media, announced his departure, effective Oct. 31, closing out 25 years with

Tafrow Trading ‘Airwaves For Fairways’
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Tafrow Trading ‘Airwaves For Fairways’

October 27, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Tafrow Trading ‘Airwaves For Fairways’
Pros On The Loose: Matt Cooper
COUNTRY DOWNSIZING FREE AGENT FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING 

Pros On The Loose: Matt Cooper

October 27, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Pros On The Loose: Matt Cooper
Chris Cline: Free Agent
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Chris Cline: Free Agent

October 26, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Chris Cline: Free Agent

JOBS

MIW’s Erica Farber Mentorship Window Open
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MIW’s Erica Farber Mentorship Window Open

November 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on MIW’s Erica Farber Mentorship Window Open

• Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio, Inc. (MIW) is now accepting applications for the 3rd Annual Erica Farber Mentorship

Asst. OM Opening, Evansville, IN
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Asst. OM Opening, Evansville, IN

October 12, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Asst. OM Opening, Evansville, IN
Wanted: Morning Co-Host, Fredericksburg
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Wanted: Morning Co-Host, Fredericksburg

October 12, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Wanted: Morning Co-Host, Fredericksburg
Beautiful Boise Beckons
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Beautiful Boise Beckons

October 6, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Beautiful Boise Beckons

BREAKING NEWS

Appeals Court: VOA Director Fired Illegally
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Appeals Court: VOA Director Fired Illegally

November 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Appeals Court: VOA Director Fired Illegally

• Michael Abramowitz, the Director of Voice of America (VOA), was illegally fired from his position by former agency head

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Garth Brooks Buys Nashville ‘Service Station’
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Garth Brooks Buys Nashville ‘Service Station’

November 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Garth Brooks Buys Nashville ‘Service Station’

• Garth Brooks‘ Sevens Network, which ended its relationship with TuneIn in September, is making a move into station ownership

Geter Joins CMG ATL As Digital Media Director
BRANDING/MARKETING CLASSIC ROCK DIGITAL FRONT PAGE HOT AC NEWS/TALK/SPORTS PROS IN MOTION SALES STREAMING URBAN AC 

Geter Joins CMG ATL As Digital Media Director

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TuneCore Elevates Shah To VP/Global Mkting
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TuneCore Elevates Shah To VP/Global Mkting

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SiriusXM Names New CEO
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SiriusXM Names New CEO

November 9, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on SiriusXM Names New CEO
Manente Named VP/MM, Midwest Evansville
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Manente Named VP/MM, Midwest Evansville

November 5, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Manente Named VP/MM, Midwest Evansville

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Garth Brooks Buys Nashville ‘Service Station’

November 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Garth Brooks Buys Nashville ‘Service Station’

• Garth Brooks‘ Sevens Network, which ended its relationship with TuneIn in September, is making a move into station ownership

Geter Joins CMG ATL As Digital Media Director
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Appeals Court: VOA Director Fired Illegally
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Appeals Court: VOA Director Fired Illegally

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Garth Brooks Buys Nashville ‘Service Station’
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Garth Brooks Buys Nashville ‘Service Station’

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TuneCore Elevates Shah To VP/Global Mkting
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TuneCore Elevates Shah To VP/Global Mkting

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Grammy Nominations Next Monday
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Grammy Nominations Next Monday

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Braun Named President, Triple Tigers
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Braun Named President, Triple Tigers

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Jay-Z Books Jay-Z For Super Bowl Halftime
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Jay-Z Books Jay-Z For Super Bowl Halftime

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Stella Lefty Signs With Make Wake Artists
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Stella Lefty Signs With Make Wake Artists

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Garth Brooks Buys Nashville ‘Service Station’
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Garth Brooks Buys Nashville ‘Service Station’

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Appeals Court: VOA Director Fired Illegally
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Appeals Court: VOA Director Fired Illegally

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MIW’s Erica Farber Mentorship Window Open
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MIW’s Erica Farber Mentorship Window Open

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Backtrax USA Winding Down
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Backtrax USA Winding Down

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Caplan & Dickson Retiring From KSL/SLC
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Caplan & Dickson Retiring From KSL/SLC

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P1 Reveals America’s Top 100 Christmas Songs
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P1 Reveals America’s Top 100 Christmas Songs

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