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Fielder Circles Back To Midland-Odessa

October 5, 2025 kevincarter Townsquare Media

• Townsquare Media is pleased to announce the hire of veteran radio executive Aleese Fielder as the new Market President

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Wolfe Era Winding Down In Bozeman

August 24, 2025 kevincarter KMMS, Townsquare Media

• After three remarkable decades of shaping the sound and soul of local radio in scenic Bozeman, MT, beloved broadcaster

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Matty Jeff: Sheriff Of Townsquare Country

August 8, 2025August 10, 2025 kevincarter Townsquare Media, WGNA

• Congrats to Matty Jeff, Director of Content for Townsquare’s Albany, NY group and Brand Manager of Country WGNA (107.7

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Townsquare & Renda Ink Digital Deal

August 5, 2025 kevincarter Renda Media, Townsquare Media

• Townsquare Media announced a strategic digital advertising partnership with Renda Media, a local media company with a strong presence

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EJ Joyfully Reunited With NJ

August 1, 2025August 1, 2025 kevincarter Townsquare Media, WKXW

• A familiar voice is returning to Townsquare’s WKXW (New Jersey 101.5)/Trenton, NJ, as prodigal son Eric “EJ” Johnson has

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Mornings Now Open At WOKQ

July 31, 2025 kevincarter Townsquare Media, WOKQ

• This week we learned that Kira Lew was exiting her role as morning show co-host on Townsquare’s heritage Country

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Kira Lew Leaving WOKQ/Portsmouth

July 30, 2025 kevincarter Townsquare Media, WOKQ

• Wanna wake up in New Hampshire? Of course you do! Townsquare Country WOKQ/Portsmouth, NH has put out the interplanetary

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Endom Named Reg. Pres., Townsquare Lubbock-Amarillo

July 17, 2025 kevincarter Townsquare Media

• Townsquare Media welcomes veteran radio executive Dan Endom as Regional Market President overseeing the Lubbock and Amarillo, TX markets,

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Robyn Taylor Unplugs From WPDH

July 10, 2025 kevincarter Townsquare Media, WPDH

• After a three-month hiatus from the morning show on Townsquare Classic Rock 101.5 WPDH/Poughkeepsie, NY due to medical issues,

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Townsquare Layoffs Underway

July 8, 2025July 11, 2025 kevincarter Townsquare Media

• As we first mentioned yesterday, RAMP has confirmed that Townsquare Media is quietly making personnel cuts across several markets.

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Remembering D’Angelo
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Remembering D’Angelo

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Remembering D’Angelo

• D’Angelo, the legendary and elusive R&B singer who helped pioneer the musical genre known as “Neo-Soul,” died Tuesday after

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Nashville Harbor Adds Herrmann, Bensman & Hunt
BRANDING/MARKETING COUNTRY DIGITAL EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE PROS IN MOTION 

Nashville Harbor Adds Herrmann, Bensman & Hunt

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Nashville Harbor Adds Herrmann, Bensman & Hunt

• Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment, a division of Big Machine Label Group, announces the appointment of Bridget Herrmann as

Cornerstone’s Schreiber Wrapping It Up
DIGITAL EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE MILESTONES RATINGS RESEARCH 

Cornerstone’s Schreiber Wrapping It Up

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World Anxiously Awaits Taylor Doc & Film
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World Anxiously Awaits Taylor Doc & Film

October 13, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on World Anxiously Awaits Taylor Doc & Film
Handwerger Named Market Mgr., Connoisseur PDX
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Handwerger Named Market Mgr., Connoisseur PDX

October 7, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Handwerger Named Market Mgr., Connoisseur PDX
Globes Debut ‘Best Podcast’ Category
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Globes Debut ‘Best Podcast’ Category

October 6, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Globes Debut ‘Best Podcast’ Category

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College Radio Fights For Its Rights
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College Radio Fights For Its Rights

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on College Radio Fights For Its Rights

• College radio is experiencing a Gen Z renaissance — for example, Montclair State University’s WMSC 90.3 FM alone has

Swap Shop, With Rob, Holly & Coop
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Swap Shop, With Rob, Holly & Coop

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Swap Shop, With Rob, Holly & Coop
Remembering D’Angelo
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Remembering D’Angelo

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Remembering D’Angelo

LABEL LOVE

Remembering D’Angelo
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Remembering D’Angelo

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Remembering D’Angelo
Nashville Harbor Adds Herrmann, Bensman & Hunt
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Nashville Harbor Adds Herrmann, Bensman & Hunt

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Nashville Harbor Adds Herrmann, Bensman & Hunt
‘Power Sessions’ Ushers In The Holidays
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‘Power Sessions’ Ushers In The Holidays

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on ‘Power Sessions’ Ushers In The Holidays
LA Counting Down To ALTer EGO ’26
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LA Counting Down To ALTer EGO ’26

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on LA Counting Down To ALTer EGO ’26
VP Upgrade For WCM’s Wiltshire
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VP Upgrade For WCM’s Wiltshire

October 13, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on VP Upgrade For WCM’s Wiltshire
World Anxiously Awaits Taylor Doc & Film
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World Anxiously Awaits Taylor Doc & Film

October 13, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on World Anxiously Awaits Taylor Doc & Film

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College Radio Fights For Its Rights
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College Radio Fights For Its Rights

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on College Radio Fights For Its Rights
Swap Shop, With Rob, Holly & Coop
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Swap Shop, With Rob, Holly & Coop

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Swap Shop, With Rob, Holly & Coop
Mike O’Brian Unplugging After 40 Years
CLASSIC HITS FRONT PAGE MILESTONES MORNING SHOWS PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION 

Mike O’Brian Unplugging After 40 Years

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Mike O’Brian Unplugging After 40 Years
‘Power Sessions’ Ushers In The Holidays
BRANDING/MARKETING CONCERTS FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE PROGRAMMING RHYTHMIC URBAN 

‘Power Sessions’ Ushers In The Holidays

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on ‘Power Sessions’ Ushers In The Holidays
iHeart Milwaukee Makes Adult Decision
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iHeart Milwaukee Makes Adult Decision

October 13, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on iHeart Milwaukee Makes Adult Decision
Brody Smith On The Loose
COUNTRY DOWNSIZING FREE AGENT FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING STREAMING SYNDICATION 

Brody Smith On The Loose

October 11, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Brody Smith On The Loose

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