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Over 1,000 AMs Seek FM Translators During Filing Window.

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Details of what was applied for during the just-closed FM translator filing period aren’t yet being made public by the Federal Communications Commission. But FCC chief Ajit Pai says demand for translators remains strong. “Over one thousand AM stations took advantage of it,” Pai announced on Thursday. He calls the window “another significant milestone” in..
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Entercom’s Investment In DGital Media Totals $9.7M.

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The size of Entercom’s investment into the world of podcasting has been revealed. According to a regulatory filing on Friday, Entercom says it paid $9.7 million to buy its 45% stake in the on-demand audio entertainment provider DGital Media. Entercom also tells investors that it has an option to buy DGital outright in 2021 under..
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Saga’s Ed Christian Ends Q2 With His Mind On Market Growth.

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To persevere amid a sluggish advertising market, Saga Communications’ top executive says his stations need to keep hunting for new business while also tending to existing relationships. And he reiterated that Saga is still in the market for new stations. “We continue to add many businesses to our advertiser list…I know it is hundreds of..
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With Rosenworcel, Carr Approved, FCC Back At Full Strength.

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Five seats will again be filled at the Federal Communications Commission now that the Senate has confirmed two nominees. Jessica Rosenworcel and Brendan Carr were each approved by unanimous consent in the final hours before the Senate’s August recess began. It was a long wait for Rosenworcel, who was first tapped for a new term..
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FCC Turns Up The Heat In Major ‘Silent Station’ Crackdown.

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Whether it’s weather-related damage, equipment failures or even economic hardship, a variety of legitimate reasons are to blame for some situations. But frustrated with owners who may be gaming its rules, the Federal Communications Commission is cracking down on those stations that spend so little time on the air that listeners often don’t even realize..
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Jim Day Named Exec. Producer for Bob and Marianne Morning Show.

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Jim Day has been named executive producer for “Bob and Marianne in the Morning” on Cumulus Media AC “Warm 98” WRRM Cincinnati, OH. Day brings 25 years of on air and producing experience to his new role where he replaces Zach Stone. “Zach Stone set a high bar producing for Bob and Marianne, so finding..
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Charlie Huero Signs New Multi-Year Deal at KOOL-FM.

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CBS Radio classic hits “94.5 KOOL-FM” KOOL-FM Phoenix APD/afternoon host Charlie Huero has signed a new multi-year deal with the station. He has been with the station since 2011. “Charlie is an incredible talent with unmatched passion and experience,” VP/Programming Tim Richards commented. “We are excited to renew his agreement.”
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Wisconsin Broadcaster Restructures After Chapter 11 Filing.

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Mississippi Valley Broadcasting, owner of five La Crosse, WI radio stations, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. According to a filing with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Eau Claire, WI, the company has assets worth between $100,000 and $500,000 and debts totaling $1.7 million held by Coulee Bank.“Given the prospect of default under the..
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Times-Shamrock Gets Out Of Reno With Sale Of Radio Assets.

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Times-Shamrock Communications has sold off its radio assets in Reno, NV. As earlier reported by Inside Radio, the company sold KRZQ (104.1) to Big Horn Media, who recently flipped the station to “Easy 104.1” with the new calls of KUEZ. Now, Lazer Broadcasting picks up the remaining stations from the Scranton, PA-based company. Lazer is..
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How Ultimate Outsider Bobby Bones Found Way Inside Success.

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The fact that Bobby Bones is a bona fide country radio success story whose numbers keep growing is known enough. But his firm belief that he could switch formats in 2010 and translate from pop station in Austin to Nashville star remains a fascinating radio anomaly. “How cocky am I to think that?” he asks..
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