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Radio Headlines For Thursday 07/18/24

FCC Seal LargeFCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel announced plans to introduce a new Missing and Endangered Persons event code in the Emergency Alert System to enhance public alerts for missing individuals who do not qualify for AMBER Alerts. [read more]

Android Auto logoAs radio fights for its foothold in the automobile dashboard, it could be getting a helping hand from a source some would consider unlikely: Android Auto. Google is reportedly developing a feature to integrate car radio control in its vehicle entertainment interface. [read more]



Shock MoneyWhen was the last time you pitched a promotion that really excited you? Something attention-grabbing, something crazy, something that had the client pitching money in your direction? The Radio Masters Sales Summit is about to turn up the voltage.   [read more]



Meredith ArtleyFormer CNN Digital Worldwide Editor-in-Chief Meredith Artley has been named the new President and CEO of Hawaiʻi Public Radio. She fills the role being vacated by José Fajardo, who is stepping down due to health reasons following his 2021 diagnosis with ALS. [read more]

Shilynne Cole(By Charese Frugé) Shilynne Cole is the Brand Manager and Afternoon Drive Host for Audacy Greensboro, NC's Urban AC 97.1 WQMG, which has consistently been one of the top-rated Urban AC radio stations in the country. [read more]



Chris Stonick(By Chris Stonick) Depending upon which side of the table you’re sitting on, you’ll most likely have a strong feeling about this: “That’s my account!” If you’re a manager, bet you’ve heard that plenty of times. If you’re a seller, you’ve said it, no doubt. [read more]



Gary Berkowitz(By Gary Berkowitz) This past Saturday’s attempted assassination of Donald Trump clearly showed off radio’s weakness. I saw the shooting happen firsthand on cable news. After a few minutes, I went to the car to see how radio was handling it. [read more]

Nathan SimingtonAs US politicians and world leaders press for peace following the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a rally in Butler, PA, Republican FCC Commissioner Nathan Simington is seeking to change how those in telecommunications address the GOP. [read more]



Rising Through The RanksThe Rising Through the Ranks program revealed its 26 scholarship recipients for 2024 on Wednesday, highlighting women making an impact in the radio industry. Individuals were selected for their potential and commitment to advancing the medium. [read more]



Radio Ink New Logo fullYou see her in our headlines every Monday, but Radio Ink columnist and Bryson Broadcasting International CEO Pat Bryson is taking a deep dive into personal branding you won't find anywhere but our July and August print issues. [read more]

Tasheka YoungBursey Armstrong has been convicted of second-degree murder in the deaths of Jacksonville radio personality Tasheka Young and her unborn child. The Florida State Attorney's office says they seek two life sentences for Armstrong. [read more]



Brian LesserWPP has announced the appointment of Brian Lesser as the new Global CEO of GroupM, the world's largest media buying agency. This marks Lesser's return to GroupM, where he led the agency's North American arm between 2015 and 2017.  [read more]



Radio Ink JobsWhether it's Help Wanted or Situations Wanted, let Radio Ink Jobs help you with hiring on our job board. Let us connect you with the companies and names you read about in our headlines every day. [read more]
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A MMTC virtual gathering of former FCC Chairs, and current Commissioner Brendan Carr, featured a lengthy discussion on how court challenges to the Commission's rules could impact broadcast media. The RBR+TVBR Afternoon Headlines E-mail has the story. Get it by clicking HERE.
 

Katie MyersNorth Carolina's Blue Ridge Public Radio is enhancing its climate change coverage with the hiring of Katie Myers through a collaboration with Grist. Myers will focus on the environmental, cultural, and economic impacts of transitioning fossil fuel communities. [read more]



R Dub! and San Diego Mayor Todd GarciaSyndicated radio staple Sunday Night Slow Jams, created and hosted by Randy "R Dub!" Williams is celebrating its 30th anniversary this week. R Dub! started the show at age 16 at a Tucson AM, expanding it to more than 200 stations across 14 countries. [read more]



Radio Ink New Logo fullAre you hearing things about radio in your market? Tell Radio Ink. We've covered radio as the most trusted name in the industry since 1992. Send news tips and station press releases to Radio Ink Online Editor Cameron Coats. [read more]
 
 
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