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4 Million Extra Jimmies, Please

September 14, 2017September 17, 2017 kevincarter Entercom

The Jimmy Fund, Boston’s WEEI Sports Radio Network, NESN, and the Boston Red Sox are proud to announce that the

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Vegas Knows How To Win

September 14, 2017September 17, 2017 kevincarter

CBS Radio Top 40 KLUC/Las Vegas partnered with Zappos For Good, Lyft and the Salvation Army for a three-day broadcast

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We Prefer Our #LoveUp

September 13, 2017September 14, 2017 kevincarter

• The Johnjay and Rich #LoveUp Foundation just presented the American Red Cross with an oversized (and totally valid) cardboard

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MusiCares There For Irma Victims

September 12, 2017September 12, 2017 kevincarter

MusiCares® recently announced it had established a relief fund to support members of the music community who had been adversely

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Why Don’t We All Pitch In!

September 12, 2017September 12, 2017 kevincarter Cumulus

KRBE/Houston‘s “Care-A-Van” campaign offered volunteer services and donations to Kids’ Meals and the Houston Food Bank on Sunday afternoon, September

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Biggest ‘We Can Survive’ Yet!

September 11, 2017September 12, 2017 kevincarter

CBS Radio presents its fifth annual We Can Survive show at the Hollywood Bowl on Saturday, October 21. This year’s

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Florida Radio Ready For Irma

September 8, 2017September 10, 2017 kevincarter ESPN, iHeart, iHeartMedia

Radio stations across the state of Florida are already in emergency mode as Hurricane Irma relentlessly bears down on the

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Houston Radio Bands Together

September 7, 2017September 8, 2017 kevincarter Cox, Cox Media Group, Cumulus, iHeart, iHeartMedia

Twenty-five Houston radio stations representing iHeartMedia, CBS Radio, Cox Media Group, Cumulus Media, Radio One and Univision will simultaneously air

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Concert For Charlottesville

September 7, 2017September 8, 2017 kevincarter

In response to the recent events in their hometown of Charlottesville, VA, Dave Matthews Band will host an evening of

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As Irma Approaches, Harvey Aid Continues

September 7, 2017September 8, 2017 kevincarter

Alpha Media stations continue to support Hurricane Harvey relief efforts through the American Red Cross. Local markets have also set

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BREAKING NEWS

Roppo Named Chairman, Warner Records Group
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Roppo Named Chairman, Warner Records Group

October 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Roppo Named Chairman, Warner Records Group

• Warner Records Group announced the appointment of Jim Roppo as Chairman. Based in Los Angeles and reporting to Warner

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Promotions Galore At CMA
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Promotions Galore At CMA

October 6, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Promotions Galore At CMA

• The Country Music Association (CMA) has announced a group of recent promotions, further enhancing the vital roles across multiple teams and

MIW & NABLF Mentorship Window Open
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MIW & NABLF Mentorship Window Open

October 6, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on MIW & NABLF Mentorship Window Open
Shaver Joins SoundExchange As SVP
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Shaver Joins SoundExchange As SVP

October 2, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Shaver Joins SoundExchange As SVP
Townsquare Ignites Partnership With Lakes Media
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Townsquare Ignites Partnership With Lakes Media

October 1, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Townsquare Ignites Partnership With Lakes Media
Like 7-Eleven, WMSC Open 24 Hours
BRANDING/MARKETING DIGITAL FRONT PAGE MILESTONES PROGRAMMING PUBLIC RADIO SOCIAL MEDIA STREAMING 

Like 7-Eleven, WMSC Open 24 Hours

September 30, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Like 7-Eleven, WMSC Open 24 Hours

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UMG Undergoing Widespread Layoffs
DOWNSIZING EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE 

UMG Undergoing Widespread Layoffs

October 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on UMG Undergoing Widespread Layoffs

• Jim Roppo‘s move from Republic Records to Warner Music Group comes against the backdrop of extensive layoffs inside Universal

Roppo Named Chairman, Warner Records Group
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Roppo Named Chairman, Warner Records Group

October 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Roppo Named Chairman, Warner Records Group
New Zip Codes For Bret Mega Show
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New Zip Codes For Bret Mega Show

October 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on New Zip Codes For Bret Mega Show

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UMG Undergoing Widespread Layoffs
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UMG Undergoing Widespread Layoffs

October 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on UMG Undergoing Widespread Layoffs
Roppo Named Chairman, Warner Records Group
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Roppo Named Chairman, Warner Records Group

October 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Roppo Named Chairman, Warner Records Group
Thomas Upped To VP/Promotion At Curb
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Thomas Upped To VP/Promotion At Curb

October 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Thomas Upped To VP/Promotion At Curb
iHeartRadio ALTer EGO ’27 Is GO
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iHeartRadio ALTer EGO ’27 Is GO

October 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on iHeartRadio ALTer EGO ’27 Is GO
Remembering Barry Lyons
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Remembering Barry Lyons

October 12, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Remembering Barry Lyons
Executive Action At River House
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Executive Action At River House

October 8, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Executive Action At River House

PROGRAMMING

New Zip Codes For Bret Mega Show
BRANDING/MARKETING FRONT PAGE HOT AC MORNING SHOWS PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION STREAMING SYNDICATION 

New Zip Codes For Bret Mega Show

October 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on New Zip Codes For Bret Mega Show
HBCU Stations Receive $750K Support
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HBCU Stations Receive $750K Support

October 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on HBCU Stations Receive $750K Support
Civic Media Bulks Up In IA & IL
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Civic Media Bulks Up In IA & IL

October 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Civic Media Bulks Up In IA & IL
McLaughlin Named GM, Fordham’s WFUV/NY
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McLaughlin Named GM, Fordham’s WFUV/NY

October 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on McLaughlin Named GM, Fordham’s WFUV/NY
CMA Announces ’26 Broadcast Award Winners
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CMA Announces ’26 Broadcast Award Winners

October 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on CMA Announces ’26 Broadcast Award Winners
Change Is Inevitable With Tino Cochino
BRANDING/MARKETING FRONT PAGE MILESTONES MORNING SHOWS PROGRAMMING STREAMING SYNDICATION 

Change Is Inevitable With Tino Cochino

October 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Change Is Inevitable With Tino Cochino

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