Pros On The Loose: Wayne Coy

• During this turbulent time, Alpha Media had to make some difficult decisions in both Northern and Southern California — one of the most notable departures was that of veteran programmer and air talent Wayne Coy, who exits after 12 1/2 years in mornings on suburban San Francisco AC KKIQ/Pleasanton, CA. Other than Coy, we are told that Tricia Ferguson, longtime afternoon host on AC sister KKDV/Walnut Creek, CA, and Nancy Wright, Asst. Business Manager for AC KUIC/Vacaville, CA have also exited.

Over the course of his lengthy career, Coy notably served as PD/morning host at such heritage Top 40 stations as WRVQ (Q94)/Richmond, KQKQ (Sweet 98)/Omaha and the late, legendary WABB/Mobile, AL. As Coy posted to Facebook, “These are tough times for our economy and unfortunately, being laid off from a job is something that so many have had to endure. I know we are going to come out of this at some point but, it’ll definitely take a minute. All understood. As Harry Styles says, it’s a ‘Sign of The Times.’ We’ll be ok. Really.”

Coy added, “After working on air in many other parts of the country, waking up my own Hometown every weekday has been an honor and the absolute best part of my radio career. I will miss all of my friends and co-workers and most of all… YOU! I’m not sure what’s next, but I’m sure excited to find out.” Mr. Coy is now very reachable at wcoyprod@gmail.com.