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Shula’s WHLD-AM/Niagara Falls Now WUSW
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Shula’s WHLD-AM/Niagara Falls Now WUSW

May 23, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Shula’s WHLD-AM/Niagara Falls Now WUSW

• Earlier this week Buddy Shula‘s Radio One Buffalo announced it is acquiring 5,000-watt WHLD-AM 1270/Niagara Falls, NY (currently Conservative

Frisina And FM Radio Reunited
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Frisina And FM Radio Reunited

May 22, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Frisina And FM Radio Reunited

• Nice to see (and hear) Syracuse, NY radio icon Dave Frisina back in action — and in glorious Frequency

SVP Upgrade For Big Loud’s Tyler Waugh
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SVP Upgrade For Big Loud’s Tyler Waugh

May 22, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on SVP Upgrade For Big Loud’s Tyler Waugh

• Big Loud Records heads into the Memorial Day weekend by announcing the promotion of industry veteran Tyler Waugh to

Moody Radio Transitions To National Network
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Moody Radio Transitions To National Network

May 21, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Moody Radio Transitions To National Network

• We don’t normally cover a lot of Christian radio news, but this development out of Moody Radio reflects the

Jeff Ballard: Free Agent
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Jeff Ballard: Free Agent

May 21, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Jeff Ballard: Free Agent

• After nearly 20 years at Nettwerk — and 25 years in the music industry — Jeff Ballard recently exited

Tommy Jordan Seeks Full-Time Gig
AC COUNTRY FREE AGENT FRONT PAGE HOT AC MORNING SHOWS TOP 40 

Tommy Jordan Seeks Full-Time Gig

May 21, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Tommy Jordan Seeks Full-Time Gig

• Seasoned industry pro Tommy Jordan is now in search of his next full-time opportunity. Jordan most recently did mornings

Chattanooga To Perform Delicate Frequency Swap
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Chattanooga To Perform Delicate Frequency Swap

May 21, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Chattanooga To Perform Delicate Frequency Swap

• We initially reported this news a few days ago… and now, here it is again, this time with some

Gracies Feeling Fabulous At 50
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Gracies Feeling Fabulous At 50

May 21, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Gracies Feeling Fabulous At 50

• The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF) proudly celebrated their 50th Annual Gracie Awards on Wednesday evening with

Kernan Named Pres./CEO, Nashville Public Radio
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Kernan Named Pres./CEO, Nashville Public Radio

May 20, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Kernan Named Pres./CEO, Nashville Public Radio

• Nashville Public Radio has hired its next President & CEO — longtime public media executive Holly Kernan, who most

Bob & Tom Show How Local Is Done
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Bob & Tom Show How Local Is Done

May 20, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Bob & Tom Show How Local Is Done

• iHeartMedia’s WFBQ (Q95)/Indianapolis, the longtime flagship of The Bob & Tom Show, pulled off a one-of-a-kind live radio event

EXECUTIVE ACTION

Shula’s WHLD-AM/Niagara Falls Now WUSW
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Shula’s WHLD-AM/Niagara Falls Now WUSW

May 23, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Shula’s WHLD-AM/Niagara Falls Now WUSW

• Earlier this week Buddy Shula‘s Radio One Buffalo announced it is acquiring 5,000-watt WHLD-AM 1270/Niagara Falls, NY (currently Conservative

SVP Upgrade For Big Loud’s Tyler Waugh
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SVP Upgrade For Big Loud’s Tyler Waugh

May 22, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on SVP Upgrade For Big Loud’s Tyler Waugh
Moody Radio Transitions To National Network
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Moody Radio Transitions To National Network

May 21, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Moody Radio Transitions To National Network
Jeff Ballard: Free Agent
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Jeff Ballard: Free Agent

May 21, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Jeff Ballard: Free Agent
Gracies Feeling Fabulous At 50
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Gracies Feeling Fabulous At 50

May 21, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Gracies Feeling Fabulous At 50

PROGRAMMING

Shula’s WHLD-AM/Niagara Falls Now WUSW
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Shula’s WHLD-AM/Niagara Falls Now WUSW

May 23, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Shula’s WHLD-AM/Niagara Falls Now WUSW

• Earlier this week Buddy Shula‘s Radio One Buffalo announced it is acquiring 5,000-watt WHLD-AM 1270/Niagara Falls, NY (currently Conservative

Frisina And FM Radio Reunited
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Frisina And FM Radio Reunited

May 22, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Frisina And FM Radio Reunited
Moody Radio Transitions To National Network
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Moody Radio Transitions To National Network

May 21, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Moody Radio Transitions To National Network
Chattanooga To Perform Delicate Frequency Swap
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Chattanooga To Perform Delicate Frequency Swap

May 21, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Chattanooga To Perform Delicate Frequency Swap
Kernan Named Pres./CEO, Nashville Public Radio
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Kernan Named Pres./CEO, Nashville Public Radio

May 20, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Kernan Named Pres./CEO, Nashville Public Radio

PROS IN MOTION

Tom Mailey Goin’ Fishin’… Literally
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Tom Mailey Goin’ Fishin’… Literally

May 16, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Tom Mailey Goin’ Fishin’… Literally

• After more than three decades in morning drive on Bonneville Country KNCI/Sacramento, Tom Mailey announced he was retiring as

Pickett Named APD/MD, KSBJ/Houston
BRANDING/MARKETING FRONT PAGE Inspirational/Religious PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION 

Pickett Named APD/MD, KSBJ/Houston

May 15, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Pickett Named APD/MD, KSBJ/Houston
Nielsen Learning How To Unplug
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Nielsen Learning How To Unplug

May 15, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Nielsen Learning How To Unplug
Roeper Reunites With Sirott On WGN
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Roeper Reunites With Sirott On WGN

May 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Roeper Reunites With Sirott On WGN
Jaybeau’s Back On WROR/Boston
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Jaybeau’s Back On WROR/Boston

May 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Jaybeau’s Back On WROR/Boston

FREE AGENT

Moody Radio Transitions To National Network
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Moody Radio Transitions To National Network

May 21, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Moody Radio Transitions To National Network

• We don’t normally cover a lot of Christian radio news, but this development out of Moody Radio reflects the

Jeff Ballard: Free Agent
DOWNSIZING EXECUTIVE ACTION FREE AGENT FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE 

Jeff Ballard: Free Agent

May 21, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Jeff Ballard: Free Agent
Tommy Jordan Seeks Full-Time Gig
AC COUNTRY FREE AGENT FRONT PAGE HOT AC MORNING SHOWS TOP 40 

Tommy Jordan Seeks Full-Time Gig

May 21, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Tommy Jordan Seeks Full-Time Gig
Kathy Romano Out At WMMR/Philly
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Kathy Romano Out At WMMR/Philly

May 8, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Kathy Romano Out At WMMR/Philly

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Chief Engineer Opening: NRG Omaha
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Chief Engineer Opening: NRG Omaha

April 27, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Chief Engineer Opening: NRG Omaha

• NRG Media is now accepting applications for a Chief Engineer for its radio properties in Omaha. This is an

MacDonald Broadcasting Seeks ‘Dynamic Leader’
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MacDonald Broadcasting Seeks ‘Dynamic Leader’

April 4, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on MacDonald Broadcasting Seeks ‘Dynamic Leader’
Alpha Media Portland Is Hiring!
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Alpha Media Portland Is Hiring!

March 16, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Alpha Media Portland Is Hiring!
MIW, CRB Announce 2025 Mentorship
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MIW, CRB Announce 2025 Mentorship

February 20, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on MIW, CRB Announce 2025 Mentorship

BREAKING NEWS

Condolences: Dave Shapiro
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Condolences: Dave Shapiro

May 22, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Condolences: Dave Shapiro

• Veteran talent agent Dave Shapiro, 42, co-founder of Sound Talent Group (STG), and the owner of Velocity Records and

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Chattanooga To Perform Delicate Frequency Swap
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Chattanooga To Perform Delicate Frequency Swap

May 21, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Chattanooga To Perform Delicate Frequency Swap

• We initially reported this news a few days ago… and now, here it is again, this time with some

Meet Your CRS ’26 Agenda Committee
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Meet Your CRS ’26 Agenda Committee

May 20, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Meet Your CRS ’26 Agenda Committee
Mountain Rises In Chico
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Mountain Rises In Chico

May 19, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Mountain Rises In Chico
NPR Never Not Innovating
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NPR Never Not Innovating

May 19, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on NPR Never Not Innovating
55 Candles On Marketron’s Cake
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55 Candles On Marketron’s Cake

May 15, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on 55 Candles On Marketron’s Cake

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Shula’s WHLD-AM/Niagara Falls Now WUSW
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Shula’s WHLD-AM/Niagara Falls Now WUSW

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• Earlier this week Buddy Shula‘s Radio One Buffalo announced it is acquiring 5,000-watt WHLD-AM 1270/Niagara Falls, NY (currently Conservative

Condolences: Dave Shapiro
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Condolences: Dave Shapiro

May 22, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Condolences: Dave Shapiro
Frisina And FM Radio Reunited
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Frisina And FM Radio Reunited

May 22, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Frisina And FM Radio Reunited

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SVP Upgrade For Big Loud’s Tyler Waugh
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SVP Upgrade For Big Loud’s Tyler Waugh

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Jeff Ballard: Free Agent
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Jeff Ballard: Free Agent

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UMG Moving To New NYC HQ
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UMG Moving To New NYC HQ

May 20, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on UMG Moving To New NYC HQ
Meet Your CRS ’26 Agenda Committee
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Meet Your CRS ’26 Agenda Committee

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WMN Adds Elliott, Ups Burnett
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WMN Adds Elliott, Ups Burnett

May 20, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on WMN Adds Elliott, Ups Burnett
Capitol Launches Capitol Music Group Nashville
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Capitol Launches Capitol Music Group Nashville

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Shula’s WHLD-AM/Niagara Falls Now WUSW
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Shula’s WHLD-AM/Niagara Falls Now WUSW

May 23, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Shula’s WHLD-AM/Niagara Falls Now WUSW
Frisina And FM Radio Reunited
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Frisina And FM Radio Reunited

May 22, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Frisina And FM Radio Reunited
Moody Radio Transitions To National Network
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Moody Radio Transitions To National Network

May 21, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Moody Radio Transitions To National Network
Chattanooga To Perform Delicate Frequency Swap
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Chattanooga To Perform Delicate Frequency Swap

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Kernan Named Pres./CEO, Nashville Public Radio
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Kernan Named Pres./CEO, Nashville Public Radio

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Bob & Tom Show How Local Is Done
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Bob & Tom Show How Local Is Done

May 20, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Bob & Tom Show How Local Is Done

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