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CMA & Disney Renew Vows

May 12, 2026May 12, 2026 kevincarter ABC, CMA, Disney

• The Country Music Association (CMA) and Disney have extended their agreement for the CMA Awards, Country Music’s Biggest Night™,

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DFW’s Ticket Has World Cup Fever

May 12, 2026May 12, 2026 kevincarter Cumulus Media, KTCK

• Cumulus Media’s KTCK (Sportsradio 96.7 & 1310 The Ticket)/Dallas will once again expand its long-running soccer program, The KickAround,

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 New Podcast Is Front Page News

May 12, 2026May 12, 2026 kevincarter The Breakfast Club

• In a strategic brand extension of Front Page News, a popular segment on the Premiere-syndicated The Breakfast Club, iHeartMedia

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BRANDING/MARKETING FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING PUBLIC RADIO STREAMING TRIPLE A 

Busy Summer Season Ahead For WTMD

May 11, 2026 kevincarter Baltimore Public Media, WTMD

• Baltimore Public Media Triple A 89.7 WTMD/Baltimore kicks off the summer with A) new music leadership; B) the return

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FRONT PAGE Mainstream Rock MILESTONES PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION 

Amelia Preparing To Unplug From 98 Rock

May 11, 2026May 11, 2026 kevincarter WIYY

• After more than 20 years as one of the most recognizable voices in Baltimore radio, Amelia Ryerse — best

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Andrews Named Brand Mgr., WMYX/Milwaukee

May 11, 2026May 11, 2026 kevincarter Audacy, WMYX

• Audacy Wisconsin has elevated Brett Andrews to Brand Manager of Hot AC WMYX (99.1 The Mix)/Milwaukee. He will hang

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Cumulus ATL Sells 97.9, Realigns Frequencies

May 10, 2026May 12, 2026 kevincarter Cumulus Media

• Cumulus Media Atlanta formally announced the pending sale of its 97.9 FM translator (W250BC), along with a series of

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Big Machine Inks Backbeat Troubadours

May 10, 2026 kevincarter Big Machine Records

• Big Machine Records has signed the Backbeat Troubadours, featuring award-winning artists Mark Collieand Billy Bob Thornton. The duo’s debut

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Townsquare Expands The Fan To Fort Collins

May 8, 2026May 10, 2026 kevincarter KARS-FM, Townsquare Media

• Townsquare has taken steps to correct the ratings challenges facing Rhythmic KARS-FM (Power 102.9)/Laramie, WY, which also serves the

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iHeart CT Welcomes Michael Johnson, Jr.

May 8, 2026 kevincarter iHeartMedia

• iHeartMedia Connecticut welcomes Michael Johnson Jr. as Program Director for the company’s Sports and News-Talk stations in Hartford and

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BREAKING NEWS

Second Circuit Sides With Cumulus v. Nielsen
BREAKING NEWS EXECUTIVE ACTION LEGAL PROGRAMMING RATINGS 

Second Circuit Sides With Cumulus v. Nielsen

July 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Second Circuit Sides With Cumulus v. Nielsen

• The Second Circuit blocked radio ratings provider Nielsen on Monday from implementing a policy change that would require its

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Binnie Media Welcomes Gallant In EVP Role
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Binnie Media Welcomes Gallant In EVP Role

July 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Binnie Media Welcomes Gallant In EVP Role

• New England-based Binnie Media, serving New Hampshire and Maine, announced the appointment of Jodie Gallant as Executive Vice President

PMG & Bonneville Agree To Share Content
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PMG & Bonneville Agree To Share Content

July 9, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on PMG & Bonneville Agree To Share Content
CMG Adds Danny Bortnick In VP Role
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CMG Adds Danny Bortnick In VP Role

June 30, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on CMG Adds Danny Bortnick In VP Role
Fabian Named VP/MM, Cumulus Boise
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Fabian Named VP/MM, Cumulus Boise

June 24, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Fabian Named VP/MM, Cumulus Boise
Executive Action At BIA: Michael Guerity
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Executive Action At BIA: Michael Guerity

June 22, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Executive Action At BIA: Michael Guerity

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Second Circuit Sides With Cumulus v. Nielsen
BREAKING NEWS EXECUTIVE ACTION LEGAL PROGRAMMING RATINGS 

Second Circuit Sides With Cumulus v. Nielsen

July 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Second Circuit Sides With Cumulus v. Nielsen

• The Second Circuit blocked radio ratings provider Nielsen on Monday from implementing a policy change that would require its

Chad Taylor Named OM, MWC Peoria
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Chad Taylor Named OM, MWC Peoria

July 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Chad Taylor Named OM, MWC Peoria
Ciliberto Has Both Your Commutes Covered
BRANDING/MARKETING COUNTRY FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS NEWS/TALK/SPORTS PROGRAMMING STREAMING 

Ciliberto Has Both Your Commutes Covered

July 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Ciliberto Has Both Your Commutes Covered

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iHeart & FCC Agree On Consent Decree
CONCERTS EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE LEGAL MILESTONES PROGRAMMING 

iHeart & FCC Agree On Consent Decree

July 9, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on iHeart & FCC Agree On Consent Decree
Braun Named Co-President, Triple Tigers
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Braun Named Co-President, Triple Tigers

July 7, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Braun Named Co-President, Triple Tigers
Tedesco Joins Morris Higham As VP/Marketing
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Tedesco Joins Morris Higham As VP/Marketing

July 7, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Tedesco Joins Morris Higham As VP/Marketing
Herring Dialing Back At Triple Tigers
BRANDING/MARKETING COUNTRY EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE MILESTONES STREAMING 

Herring Dialing Back At Triple Tigers

July 6, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Herring Dialing Back At Triple Tigers
Virgin Reveals New Global Leadership Team
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Virgin Reveals New Global Leadership Team

June 30, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Virgin Reveals New Global Leadership Team
Executive Action: TAYCAN Entertainment
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Executive Action: TAYCAN Entertainment

June 30, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Executive Action: TAYCAN Entertainment

PROGRAMMING

Second Circuit Sides With Cumulus v. Nielsen
BREAKING NEWS EXECUTIVE ACTION LEGAL PROGRAMMING RATINGS 

Second Circuit Sides With Cumulus v. Nielsen

July 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Second Circuit Sides With Cumulus v. Nielsen
Chad Taylor Named OM, MWC Peoria
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Chad Taylor Named OM, MWC Peoria

July 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Chad Taylor Named OM, MWC Peoria
Ciliberto Has Both Your Commutes Covered
BRANDING/MARKETING COUNTRY FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS NEWS/TALK/SPORTS PROGRAMMING STREAMING 

Ciliberto Has Both Your Commutes Covered

July 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Ciliberto Has Both Your Commutes Covered
Scotty Kay Drives San Diego Home On KSON
BRANDING/MARKETING COUNTRY FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION STREAMING SYNDICATION 

Scotty Kay Drives San Diego Home On KSON

July 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Scotty Kay Drives San Diego Home On KSON
Shawn Tempesta Wakes Up At KLUC/Las Vegas
BRANDING/MARKETING FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION TOP 40 

Shawn Tempesta Wakes Up At KLUC/Las Vegas

July 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Shawn Tempesta Wakes Up At KLUC/Las Vegas
WATH/Athens, OH Flips From Sports To Oldies
BRANDING/MARKETING FORMAT FLIPS FRONT PAGE NEWS/TALK/SPORTS OLDIES PROGRAMMING 

WATH/Athens, OH Flips From Sports To Oldies

July 12, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on WATH/Athens, OH Flips From Sports To Oldies

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