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WLXN Drops Classic Hits For Air 1

Posted: 20 Mar 2020 12:56 PM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/1...its-for-air-1/



Davidson County Broadcasters has dropped the Classic Hits format of Majic
99.9/106.1 1440 WLXN/99.9 W260BG/106.1 W291DD Lexington/Winston-Salem NC to
Educational Media Foundations Contemporary Worship Air 1 network.

WLXN owner Gig Hilton told the Davidson County Dispatch last week, “There
is a planned format change coming to WLXN-AM in the near future. The date
and time has not been defined, as there are certain contractual program
obligations that must be fulfilled first. However there is no sale pending.

WLXN had picked up the Majic identity in November 2014 after it had
previously been used by former sister station 94.1 WTHZ from 2006 until
2010 when it was sold to EMF to become K-Love WWLV.

The Air 1 network is also heard in the Greensboro/Winston-Salem market on
EMFs 92.7 W224CO Greensboro, 107.1 W296CV High Point, and 88.9 W205CP
Winston-Salem all fed via WWLV-HD2.


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NAB To Offer Digital NAB Show & Expand NAB New York This Fall

Posted: 20 Mar 2020 08:20 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/1...-be-postponed/





In a letter from NAB President Gordon Smith, The National Association of
Broadcasters announced today that it will not hold a delayed NAB Show in
Las Vegas this year and will instead launch a digital NAB Show Express and
expand this falls NAB Show New York.

The organization also announced the dates for the 2021 NAB Show in Las
Vegas, which will be held from April 11th-14th next year.

NAB President and CEO Gordon Smith today issued a letter to the NAB Show
community providing an update about plans for NAB Show activities in 2020.
In the letter, Smith announced that rather than rescheduling NAB Show for
later this year, NAB would be unveiling a new digital offering called NAB
Show Express, and enhancing NAB Show New York later this year.

In response to todays announcement, Tim Shoulder, the President of Grass
Valley said, Were thrilled to join NAB at this years show in New York, and
look forward to having a large presence there. Like so many in our
industry, we understood the difficult decision NAB had to make regarding
the Las Vegas show, but were optimistic that the New York show will be a
fantastic experience for vendors and attendees alike.

The full text of Gordon Smiths letter is below:

Dear NAB Show Community,

The COVID-19 pandemic has created a truly unprecedented situation around
the world. Our thoughts are with those who have been directly affected by
the virus, and all of those who are struggling with the ramifications of
this global health crisis.

At the National Association of Broadcasters, we believe it is our
responsibility to help stop the spread of COVID-19, and put the health and
safety of our show community first. In the week since announcing that we
will not move forward with the NAB Show in April, the landscape has
continued to shift dramatically with major sports leagues, school
districts, and other businesses around the country suspending operations.
The governor of Nevada has also made the decision to close all nonessential
business operations in the state. National authorities are imploring
Americans to telework wherever possible.

While we recognize that much of our show community is focused on other
issues at the moment, we have heard from many of you over the last week who
are eager for an update on our plans. For that reason, we wanted to convey
now that, in light of the current circumstances, it is impossible to hold a
rescheduled 2020 NAB Show this year. We will instead proceed with a
two-pronged approach to deliver as much value as possible under these
circumstances to our exhibitors, partners, and the broadcast industry as a
whole.

First, we are exploring a number of ways to bring the industry together
online, both in the short and long term. We know from many years of serving
the community with face-to-face events, that connectivity is vital to the
health and success of the industry. That’s why we are excited to announce
NAB Show Express, targeted to launch in April 2020. This digital experience
will provide a conduit for our exhibitors to share product information,
announcements and demos, as well as deliver educational content from the
original selection of programming slated for the live show in Las Vegas,
and create opportunities for the community to interact virtually—all of
which adds up to something that brings the NAB Show community together in a
new way.

Second, we will be enhancing NAB Show New York with new programs, partners,
and experiences. We have already had numerous conversations with show
partners about expanding their participation, and have heard from numerous
exhibitors interested in enhancing their presence at this fall’s show. NAB
Show New York represents the best opportunity for companies to announce and
showcase their latest innovations and comes at a perfect time for the
industry to gather face-to-face to restart, refocus, and reengage as we
move forward together.

We will have more to say about these efforts in the coming weeks. This is a
unique and challenging situation, but we are committed to working hard to
deliver as much value as possible.

We’re also committed to being an active part of the solution to the current
crisis in the months ahead. Last week we launched a new public service
announcement campaign on radio and television that will provide crucial
information to keep communities safe. The PSAs are part of a comprehensive
Coronavirus Response Toolkit that we have made available online to help
broadcasters accurately cover the pandemic and prepare for the threat it
poses to their staff, communities, and businesses. We’ll be doing more in
the weeks to come to harness the power of our industry as a force for good
in these difficult times.

As we move forward, we will keep an open line of communication with our
show community, and look forward to engaging with you throughout the year.
We’ve already begun planning for our 2021 NAB Show in Las Vegas, which will
take place April 11-14th, and we hope you’ll join us then, as well as this
fall.

We look forward to connecting with you, and hope that you and your loved
ones remain safe in the months to come.

Best,



Gordon H. Smith

President and CEO


Original Report 3/11: The National Association of Broadcasters has
announced the cancellation of the 2020 NAB Show scheduled for April 18-22,
2020.

The organization is considering a number of potential alternatives to
create the best possible experience for our community and will make
announcements once decided upon including possibly rescheduling the event
for later this year. A number of vendors had announced their intentions in
the past few days not to attend.

NAB President and CEO Gordon Smith today issued the following letter to the
NAB Show community regarding plans for NAB Show in light of coronavirus
concerns:

Dear NAB Show community,

As you know, we have been carefully monitoring coronavirus developments
both domestically and globally over the past few weeks.

In the interest of addressing the health and safety concerns of our
stakeholders and in consultation with partners throughout the media and
entertainment industry, we have decided not to move forward with NAB Show
in April. We are currently considering a number of potential alternatives
to create the best possible experience for our community.

This was not an easy decision. Fortunately, we did not have to make this
decision alone, and are grateful to our NAB Show community for engaging
with us as we grappled with the rapidly-evolving situation. This Show is as
much yours as it is ours, and it is important to us that we move forward
together.

For nearly 100 years, NAB Show has provided superior value and the best
possible experience for exhibitors and attendees. We knew that if we could
not deliver on those expectations, we would not move forward. More
importantly, keeping the community safe and healthy is NAB’s highest
priority; therefore, we are deferring to the developing consensus from
public health authorities on the challenges posed by coronavirus.

We are still weighing the best potential path forward, and we ask you for
your patience as we do so. We are committed to exploring all possible
alternatives so that we can provide a productive setting where the industry
can engage with the latest technology, hear from industry thought leaders
and make the game-changing connections that drive our industry forward.

I want to stress that despite our disappointment at how this year’s Show
has been impacted by global public health concerns, we are more excited
than ever about the future of NAB Show and our relationship with you.

We are grateful for each and every member of our Show community. It is your
passion for the industry that makes NAB Show a success year after year, and
it is that same passion that will drive us into the future as we look ahead
to new possibilities later this year and beyond.

Sincerely,

Gordon H. Smith

President and CEO


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New York Post: 40 years ago, an NYC gunman had one request: Desperado

Posted: 20 Mar 2020 08:07 AM PDT
https://nypost.com/2020/03/19/40-yea...est-desperado/




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Variety: KROQs Kevin Ryder Speaks Out on Cruel Firings: I Was Really Livid

Posted: 20 Mar 2020 07:11 AM PDT
https://variety.com/2020/music/news/...ew-1203539684/




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Radio Now Indianapolis Adds The Kidd Kraddick Morning Show

Posted: 20 Mar 2020 06:55 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/1...-morning-show/



Following on the heels of co-owned 92.1 KROI Houston adding the show
earlier this month, Radio One CHR Radio Now 100.9 WNOW-FM
Speedway/Indianapolis IN will add the Kidd Kraddick Morning Show starting
Monday, March 23.

WNOW-FM becomes the 69th affiliate for the Kraddick show. Like in Houston,
it fills the opening created by the company parting ways with the
Indianapolis based Joe McKinzie show last month.

Beginning Monday, March 23, 2020, YEA Networks’ syndicated radio program,
The Kidd Kraddick Morning Show will be heard in Indianapolis, IN, on Radio
One’s WNOW RadioNOW 100.9. One of the most listened-to morning shows in the
country, The Kidd Kraddick Morning Show features co-hosts Kellie Rasberry,
J-Si Chavez, and Big Al Mack, along with recently announced correspondent
Jenna Owens. WNOW RadioNOW 100.9 becomes the show’s 69th affiliate in the
U.S.

Dustin Kross, Top 40 Format Director, Radio One, said: “I am very excited
to bring The Kidd Kraddick Morning Show to Indy! They’re a top-notch
morning show, with great content and developed personalities, that will fit
in perfectly in Indianapolis�

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Deon Levingston, Regional Vice President, Radio One, added: “We are very
excited to have Indy join the KiddNation.Â*The Kidd Kraddick Morning Show is
a perfect addition to RadioNOW 100.9 and we are looking forward to
welcoming the team to Indy.�

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The announcement comes just a few weeks after Radio One added the YEA
Networks show on its other Top 40 station, KROI-FM in Houston, TX.



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Station Sales Week Of 3/20

Posted: 20 Mar 2020 04:45 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/1...-week-of-3-20/



The assets of Southwind Broadcasting have been transferred to court ordered
receiver Ron Metzinger after defaulting on payments owed to Central Plains
Finance. Metzinger will be responsible for finding a buyer for the companys
eight stations in southwester Kansas including AC Mix 94.5 KSKL Scott City,
Country Q97.3 KKJQ Garden City, CHR Z98 98.1 KSKZ Copeland, Rock 99.9 The
Rock KWKR Leoti, Regional Mexican La Ke Buena 105.9 KSSA Ingalls, Classic
Hits KULY 106.7 KHGN Hugoton and 1420 KULY/97.7 K249FI Ulysses,and Farm
1030 KBUF/107.1 K296HO Holcomb.

John Fredericks Disruptor Radio Network will acquire Conservative Talk 820
WNTW/92.7 W224EB Chester VA from Delmarva Educational Association for
$240,000. Fredericks also owns Conservative Talk 100.5 WJFN Goochland VA
under the name Maga Radio Network.

Randy Michaels Radioactive LLC sells Silent 105.7 KRMR Hays KS to Divine
Mercy Radio for $52,000. KRMR was leased to Rocking M Radio as Conservative
Talk “The Patriot� until last December. Catholic operator Divine Mercy
Radio currently owns 88.1 KVDM Hays.

High Plains Radio Network continues its rapid sell-off of its assets. Blake
Brewers Paragon Plus will purchase Regional Mexican La Caliente 92.5 KKRE
Hollis, Classic Rock 102.7 The Big Dog KJOK Hollis, and Country B108 107.9
KEYB Altus OK for $400,000 with an LMA taking effect on April 1. Paragon
owns seven other stations in Elk City and Woodward OK.

Riverfront Broadcasting is expanding its Rapid City SD holdings with the
acquisition of Full Service 980 KDSJ Deadwood from 4 Paws Broadcasting for
$80,000. Riverfront owns five other stations in the Rapid City market.
Translator Sales

Tyler Media acquires 95.3 K237GE Oklahoma City from Screen Door
Broadcasting for $200,000 with a $45,000 advertising credit to be used on
any Tyler Media property in the next five years. K237GE already
rebroadcasts Conservatie Talk 1520 KOKC Oklahoma City.

Stephens Media Group has exercised its option to purchase 105.7 K289CB Los
Banos CA from Mighty Media Group for $3500. Stephens and predecessor
Mapleton Communications have leased the translator for $588.54 per month to
rebroadcast Rock 105.7 The Bear 1660 KBRE Merced since it commenced
operation in its current location in June 2015.


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KEZK To Begin Christmas In March On Friday

Posted: 19 Mar 2020 03:11 PM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/1...rch-on-friday/



Entercom AC 102.5 KEZK St. Louis will make the move to Christmas music on
Friday, March 20 at 5pm.

The station states it is doing so to to lift spirits as the coronavirus
quarantine continues. It is following on the heels of Hallmark Channel
doing a Christmas movie marathon this upcoming weekend and people
re-hanging their Christmas lights.

INSTANT INSIGHT: Watch for many other of the usual Christmas music stations
to make similar moves in an attempt to boost listenership. With at-work
listening not really a thing right now, a stunt like this could be the
thing they need to keep ratings up as the Spring book is set to start next
week.


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NRG Has A Bone To Pick In Lincoln

Posted: 19 Mar 2020 02:35 PM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/1...ck-in-lincoln/



NRG Media flipped Classic Hits 105.3 Wow-FM KLNC Lincoln NE to Classic Rock
105.3 The Bone today.

Positioning as Lincolns Real Rock, the station is featuring a harder edged
Classic Rock format stretching from the 60s through early 2000s. Operations
Manager/Program Director Steve King will host afternoons, with AC B107.3
WBBK PD/afternoon host Jill Marshall adding midday duties on The Bone as
well.

The flip places KLNC in direct format competition with Alpha Medias market
leading 92.9 The Eagle KTGL. KTGL had a 9.7 share in the Fall 2019 Nielsen
Audio ratings placing it just ahead of NRGs Country Froggy 98.1 KFGE. KLNC
had a 1.8 share in its now final book as Classic Hits.




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