Between layoffs, lawsuits, and anxiety about the future, this summer's radio headlines have leaned heavy, so we went looking to balance the ledger. Radio Ink is on the hunt for good news, wins, and comebacks that remind us why radio is the best industry in America. [read more]
Radio's top sellers, managers, and support staff will get their moment in Manhattan this fall as the Radio Wayne Awards return to open NAB Show New York. Radio Ink and the NAB are teaming up again for the ceremony, with submissions opening on Monday. [read more]
Power is the throughline of Radio Ink's always-anticipated July issue as we crown the 40 Most Powerful People in Radio for 2026, celebrate the nation's semiquincentennial, and have a must-read conversation with one of broadcasting's most respected newsmen. [read more]
For the second consecutive year, Audacy's Mix 106.5 (WWMX) in Baltimore has partnered with Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS) to host Kramer and Jess' "All Paws Home," a 10-hour animal adoption marathon on July 11. [read more]
(Randy Lane) Disney has a performance policy that most guests have never heard of, but every Imagineer understands. It's called Low Ride Out. When a ride consistently ranks at the bottom of attendance rankings, Disney doesn't launch a marketing campaign to save it. [read more]
They're the first ones in and the last ones to take credit. They shine the light on their talent, their teams, and their communities, but rarely on themselves. Radio Ink's Best Managers in Radio list exists to change that. Nominations close Friday, July 17 at 8p ET/5p PT. [read more]
Skyview Networks is reshaping its executive ranks, elevating three leaders to the C-suite and adding a new hire dedicated to revenue analytics. President, CEO, and Chairman Steve Jones announced the changes to staff this week as part of a push to sharpen strategy. [read more]
Tony Bennett is returning to Fredericksburg radio. Centennial Broadcasting's B101.5 (WBQB) has tapped Bennett, known on-air as Tony B, to host afternoons starting Monday, July 20, filling the chair vacated last month by Trapper Young's jump to 95-9 The Goat. [read more]
After nearly two decades with iHeartMedia, Brian "Crash" Edwards was among those cut in the company's June round of mass layoffs. The Gulf Coast radio veteran has already landed at JVC Broadcasting as Afternoon Drive Host for 92.1/97.7 The Bone (WBON/WBOE). [read more]
From Washington to Wall Street: Trust RBR+TVBR At first glance, it may appear that Hoffman Media Group scored a bargain for Audacy‘s St. Louis radio stations, but according to a longtime deal valuation specialist, “it seems like a fair price” when reviewing the details of the transaction.Get full analysis in the RBR+TVBR Afternoon Headlines E-mail.SubscribeHERE!
Connoisseur Media is deepening its syndication partnership with Compass Media Networks, this time for the weekend. Robby's Top 20 Countdown and She's Country are getting expanded national distribution, joining a roster that already includes Anna & Raven. [read more]
Happy Friday! This week’s Blast From The Past features Grace Agostino in the studios of Harrisburg, PA's Hot 92. Send your Blast From The Past to Editor-in-Chief Cameron Coats for your chance to be featured. [read more]
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Between layoffs, lawsuits, and anxiety about the future, this summer's radio headlines have leaned heavy, so we went looking to balance the ledger. Radio Ink is on the hunt for good news, wins, and comebacks that remind us why radio is the best industry in America.
Radio's top sellers, managers, and support staff will get their moment in Manhattan this fall as the Radio Wayne Awards return to open NAB Show New York. Radio Ink and the NAB are teaming up again for the ceremony, with submissions opening on Monday.
Power is the throughline of Radio Ink's always-anticipated July issue as we crown the 40 Most Powerful People in Radio for 2026, celebrate the nation's semiquincentennial, and have a must-read conversation with one of broadcasting's most respected newsmen.
For the second consecutive year, Audacy's Mix 106.5 (WWMX) in Baltimore has partnered with Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS) to host Kramer and Jess' "All Paws Home," a 10-hour animal adoption marathon on July 11. 
(Randy Lane) Disney has a performance policy that most guests have never heard of, but every Imagineer understands. It's called Low Ride Out. When a ride consistently ranks at the bottom of attendance rankings, Disney doesn't launch a marketing campaign to save it.
They're the first ones in and the last ones to take credit. They shine the light on their talent, their teams, and their communities, but rarely on themselves. Radio Ink's Best Managers in Radio list exists to change that. Nominations close Friday, July 17 at 8p ET/5p PT.
Skyview Networks is reshaping its executive ranks, elevating three leaders to the C-suite and adding a new hire dedicated to revenue analytics. President, CEO, and Chairman Steve Jones announced the changes to staff this week as part of a push to sharpen strategy.
Tony Bennett is returning to Fredericksburg radio. Centennial Broadcasting's B101.5 (WBQB) has tapped Bennett, known on-air as Tony B, to host afternoons starting Monday, July 20, filling the chair vacated last month by Trapper Young's jump to 95-9 The Goat.
After nearly two decades with iHeartMedia, Brian "Crash" Edwards was among those cut in the company's June round of mass layoffs. The Gulf Coast radio veteran has already landed at JVC Broadcasting as Afternoon Drive Host for 92.1/97.7 The Bone (WBON/WBOE).
Connoisseur Media is deepening its syndication partnership with Compass Media Networks, this time for the weekend. Robby's Top 20 Countdown and She's Country are getting expanded national distribution, joining a roster that already includes Anna & Raven.
Happy Friday! This week’s Blast From The Past features Grace Agostino in the studios of Harrisburg, PA's Hot 92. Send your Blast From The Past to 
