A ‘Big Radio’ Deal Goes Down In Wisconsin
An AM-FM combo serving a region between Madison, Wisc., and Rockford, Ill., is being sold to a father/son operation that presently runs eight radio stations in the region. Here's how Big Radio, founded in 1996, is growing thanks to a deal brokered by Kalil & Co.
With iTunes’ Demise, Apple Links Up With Entercom
Apple is retiring its iTunes platform. For the radio industry, an equally important announcement was also made on Monday: Apple is collaborating with Entercom in a way that expands the reach and accessibility of its audio streaming platform.
Introducing the Newest U.S. FM Radio Station
Travel 150 miles to the north of Las Vegas, and you'll find the town of Caliente, Nevada, population 1,130 as of the 2010 Census. Here, "local radio" on the FM dial is comprised of two FM translators. Not anymore. The FCC just said OK to the addition of a brand-new station.
Introducing The Newest Woman-Led Media Company
Cindy May Johnson will rejoin the ranks of women in broadcast media leadership largely thanks to her father's longtime ownership of AMs and FMs in Eastern Kentucky. Now, months after her father's death, she's taken the leadership role for the properties, with a new owner mix.
Can A Quarterly Dividend Rescue ETM Stock?
At 1pm, Entercom shares were down to $5.62, their lowest point since April 3, when ETM began a month-long rally. Those gains have been wiped out. Can a newly announced quarterly dividend provide a spark to a stock that's been sputtering of late on Wall Street?
Judge Says Emmis Can Get Coverage From AIG Unit
A Chicago-based Federal Appeals Court judge has granted Emmis Communications coverage from a subsidiary of AIG, 3 1/2 years after Emmis sued the entity. The radio station owner did so because the insurer applied a policy exclusion, a move which Emmis argued was improper.
Saga Board Says Yes To Another Big Dividend
While Saga shareholders may not be wholly pleased with where the company's shares are today, they will most certainly enjoy the benefit of a healthy quarterly cash dividend to be paid in a matter of weeks.
As Shares Wither, Beasley Declares Cash Dividend
Beasley Broadcast Group shares have not been this low since January 2012. That's not stopping the radio station owner's board of directors from declaring a quarterly cash dividend for its stockholders.
NAB Addresses Fears Of AM Radio’s Future
The NAB has much to say about the future of stations in the kHz broadcasting band. Specifically, the chief lobbying group's lead counsel explains in Reply Comments that its proposal "would provide complete relief from restrictions on ownership of AM stations."
NYF Radio Awards Reveals This Year’s Finalists
The 2019 Radio Awards Grand Jury evaluated entries submitted from 35 countries around the globe and selected 346 finalists based on production values, organization, presentation of information, creativity and use of the medium.
CMG Steps Up In The Wake Of Disaster
We all know the part media play in warning the public of coming natural disasters, and reporting all the way through them and beyond. More often than not, local radio and TV help in the healing process too. That’s what is happening out in Oklahoma right now.
“Rising Through The Ranks” Open For Submissions
BMI is offering 20 scholarships for this year’s program. The course is designed to foster and educate current and emerging female managers within broadcast radio. Submissions will be accepted through June 5, 2019. We have all the details.
Radio Executive Brad LaRock Passes
Radio has lost a veteran broadcaster with an impressive track record. A success in various sectors of the radio industry, LaRock was, at various times, employed by Nielsen, Townsquare Media, and CBS Radio. Well known and liked in the industry, he leaves behind a significant legacy.
The Home Depot Holds On To #1
The Home Depot held on to the top position for spot radio this week, running more than 90K ads, while GEICO took an uncharacteristic slide — all the way to eighth place. Lowe’s moved up a place to third, showing that spring is well and truly here and those home improvement projects are in full roar.
Entercom: Doing A Lot Right
These are challenging times for radio and competition for ad dollars in the digital age is fiercer than ever. And while Entercom may not yet be enjoying gravy days, their last quarterly report is evidence that the company is sticking to a plan and it’s paying off.