# people & places (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover people & places. Page: Feed: --- ## [The Rock Of Kansas Gets Hit With Audacy Cease & Desist](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371348/the-rock-of-kansas-gets-hit-with-audacy-cease-desist/) _2026-08-21 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ RadioInsight Exclusive: Murfin Media's " The Rock of Kansas " has been forced to drop its name following a Cease & Desist letter from Audacy due to KQRC Kansas City's trademark of the slogan "The Rock of Kansas City". ## [Mike Mulligan & Marshall Harris Exit WSCR](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371378/mike-mulligan-marshall-harris-exit-wscr/) _2026-08-21 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ Audacy Sports " 104.3 The Score " 670 WSCR/104.3 WSCR-FM Chicago has cut ties with a pair of hosts. ## [Nielsen July 2026 Ratings Releases 8/21](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371244/nielsen-july-2026-ratings-releases-8-21/) _2026-08-21 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ Today's markets are Birmingham , Buffalo/Niagara Falls , Fort Myers , Greenville/Spartanburg , Richmond , Rochester , and Tucson . ## [94.9 The Fan Nashville Launches The Greg Pogue & Darren McFarland Show](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371358/94-9-the-fan-nashville-launches-the-greg-pogue-darren-mcfarland-show/) _2026-08-21 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ Cromwell Media has partnered with Greg Pogue's Pogue Media Inc. to launch "The Greg Pogue & Darren McFarland Show" on Sports " 94.9 The Fan " W235BW Nashville/WBUZ-HD3 La Vergne TN. ## [Is Country the Center of the Chart Universe?](https://radioinsight.com/blogs/370215/is-country-the-center-of-the-chart-universe/) _2026-08-21 · Sean Ross · RadioInsight_ If Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” is the Song of the Summer, and much of the consumer press has already decided that it is, it will have major implications for both Country and CHR radio. ## [Art Trujillo Rises To Hutton Broadcasting VP/Regional Manager](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371343/art-trujillo-rises-to-hutton-broadcasting-vp-regional-manager/) _2026-08-21 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ Hutton Broadcasting has announced the promotion of Art Trujillo to VP/Regional Manager for the company's fifteen station in New Mexico and Southwest Colorado. ## [Rob Archer Joins WSB](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371334/rob-archer-joins-wsb/) _2026-08-21 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ Former KNX Los Angeles afternoon news anchor Rob Archer is joining Cox Media Group's 750 WSB Atlanta/95.5 WSBB Doraville as an anchor and reporter. ## [Mike Z Moves From KCAL-FM To KNAC](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371363/mike-z-moves-from-kcal-fm-to-knac/) _2026-08-21 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ Following the flip of Anaheim Broadcasting Rock 96.7 KCAL-FM Redlands CA to jockless Classic Rock earlier this month , one of their hosts is joining Heftel Broadcasting’s " KNAC " 96.9 KNAC Lenwood/Barstow, 94.9 KHDR Baker CA and 99.7 KHYZ-HD3 Mountain Pass CA/Las Vegas. ## [Declan Moore To Succeed Joel Oxley Leading Hubbard Washington DC](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371324/declan-moore-to-succeed-joel-oxley-leading-hubbard-washington-dc/) _2026-08-21 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ Hubbard has announced that it has appointed Declan Moore to succeed Joel Oxley as President/Market Manager for the company's Washington DC properties including News 103.5 WTOP and " Federal News Radio " 1500 WFED. ## [Station Sales Week Of 8/21](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371309/station-sales-week-of-8-21-2/) _2026-08-21 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ After the June 2025 sale of twenty stations to Christie Tate’s E Radio Network for $1.7 million failed to close at the end of last year, Monte Spearman's High Plains Radio Network is reselling the stations out of Chapter 7 bankruptcy liquidation to the Atonn Muhammad led Blacksun Private Equity for $1.75 million. ## [Home Internet From Space (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/otMNpGuGPggR) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Residential satellite internet that brings connectivity to homes beyond conventional networks ## [The BLM may stop notifying landowners about drilling under private land. Ranchers are alarmed](https://www.hcn.org/articles/the-blm-may-stop-notifying-landowners-about-drilling-under-private-land/) _2026-08-21 · Teal Davis · High Country News_ Western cattlemen are poised to lose almost all opportunity to comment on oil and gas development underneath their property. The post The BLM may stop notifying landowners about drilling under private land. Ranchers are alarmed appeared first on High Country News . ## [Protect Sandia Mountain, our church](https://www.hcn.org/articles/protect-sandia-mountain-our-church/) _2026-08-21 · Stuart Paisano and Donald Avila · High Country News_ The Pueblo of Sandia urges lawmakers to transfer lands within the T’uf Shur Bien Preservation Area. The post Protect Sandia Mountain, our church appeared first on High Country News . ## [Bill Keeler Exits WIBX](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371301/bill-keeler-exits-wibx/) _2026-08-20 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ Townsquare Media News/Talk 950 WIBX /92.3 W222DA Utica NY morning host Bill Keeler has exited after thirteen years as part of that company's ongoing cuts. ## [Nielsen July 2026 Ratings Releases 8/20](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371243/nielsen-july-2026-ratings-releases-8-20/) _2026-08-20 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ Today's markets are Baton Rouge , Louisville , New Orleans , Oklahoma City , and Puerto Rico . ## [KBXT Adds Tino Cochino Radio For Afternoons](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371294/kbxt-adds-tino-cochino-radio-for-afternoons/) _2026-08-20 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ Brazos Valley Communications Hip Hop " 101.9 The Beat " KBXT Wixon Valley/College Station TX has announced the addition of YEA Networks' " Tino Cochino Radio " for afternoons from 2-6pm. ## [Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal Move To Mornings At KBME](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371281/matt-thomas-and-ross-villarreal-move-to-mornings-at-kbme/) _2026-08-20 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ iHeartMedia's " Sports Talk 790 " KBME Houston is refreshing its lineup following the layoffs that took place in late June. ## [Salem CFO Evan Masyr Joins K-Love](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371288/salem-cfo-evan-masyr-joins-k-love/) _2026-08-20 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ K-Love Inc. has appointed Evan Masyr as Chief Financial Officer. ## [WaterStone Closes On Salem Media Group Privatization](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371230/waterstone-closes-on-salem-media-group-privatization/) _2026-08-20 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ The Christian Community Foundation Inc., which operates as WaterStone, has closed on its purchase of Salem Media . ## [KPSL Relaunches As Grupera 96.5](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371222/kpsl-relaunches-as-grupera-96-5/) _2026-08-20 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ Lotus Communications has flipped Spanish Rhythmic " Ritmo 96.5 " KPSL-FM Bakersfield CA to Regional Mexican " Grupera 96.5 ". Lotus Communications has flipped Spanish Rhythmic " Ritmo 96.5 " KPSL-FM Bakersfield CA to Regional Mexican " Grupera 96.5 ". ## [Strategy Isn’t a Music Log: Programming the Whole Radio Station](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371186/strategy-isnt-a-music-log-programming-the-whole-radio-station/) _2026-08-20 · Robby Bridges · RadioInsight_ Radio programmers sometimes reduce “strategy” to music architecture, clocks and research. Those matter. But the listener experiences a brand, not a Selector log. Further, it’s what we do beyond the music that sticks and in today’s audio ecosystem it matters more than ever. ## [AI QA that opens fix PRs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/MNWFVSLeTSHe) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Run a browser QA from plain-English instructions; get GitHub issues and optional fix PRs. ## [Joel Oxley To Receive 2026 NAB National Radio Award](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371204/joel-oxley-to-receive-2026-nab-national-radio-award/) _2026-08-20 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ As he prepares to retire next year after 35 years leading Hubbard News 103.5 WTOP Washington DC, Joel Oxley will be awarded the 2026 NAB National Radio Award at the 2026 NAB Marconi Radio Awards on Tuesday, October 20. ## [‘I have some very heartfelt conversations’](https://www.hcn.org/issues/58-8/i-have-some-very-heartfelt-conversations/) _2026-08-20 · Nathaniel Perales · High Country News_ #iamthewest: Giving voice to the people that make up communities in the region. The post ‘I have some very heartfelt conversations’ appeared first on High Country News . ## [iHeartMedia: Broadcast Radio Reaches 90 Percent of Teenagers](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371182/iheartmedia-broadcast-radio-reaches-90-percent-of-teenagers/) _2026-08-19 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ iHeartMedia, the leading audio company in America and the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, today unveiled new consumer research, fielded through Critical Mass Media, examining Gen Z's relationship with audio and the surprising resilience of broadcast radio among younger audiences. The study reveals that Gen Z's desire for community and belonging is driving a surprising… ## [Mason's Observations: Morning Show Boot Camp ‘26](https://radioinsight.com/blogs/371046/masons-observations-morning-show-boot-camp-26/) _2026-08-19 · Mason Kelter · RadioInsight_ I left Morning Show Boot Camp in Cleveland feeling good about radio. Two people in particular were responsible for that: The first was consultant and author Valerie Geller . Her message was so simple that it seems ridiculous that it needs to be said: focus on the listener, be interesting, be fun and don’t waste people’s time. Yet there are still so many personalities and shows that cannot keep a… ## [Hope Media Group Expands In South Florida](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371173/hope-media-group-expands-in-south-florida/) _2026-08-19 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ Florida International University is selling their student-run " 88.1 The Roar " WRGP Homestead FL to Hope Media Group for $152,500. ## [Dear Radio, Stay Local. Reimagining How We Do News Can Help](https://radioinsight.com/blogs/370207/dear-radio-stay-local-reimagining-how-we-do-news-can-help/) _2026-08-19 · Jen Austin · RadioInsight_ Radio has spent a lot of time talking about how to compete with podcasts, streaming services, and every other place people can find audio. But I think one of our biggest advantages has been sitting right in front of us the whole time. ## [Mac Edwards To Step Down As Beasley Charlotte VP/Market Manager](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371156/mac-edwards-to-step-down-as-beasley-charlotte-vp-market-manager/) _2026-08-19 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ Ahead of the sale of CHR " Kiss 95.1 " WNKS, Beasley Media Group Charlotte VP/Market Manager Mac Edwards will step down on September 4 after 35 years with the company. ## [Tanner, Laura & Casey Expand To Seattle, Detroit & More](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371144/tanner-laura-casey-expand-to-seattle-detroit-more/) _2026-08-19 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ The "Tanner, Laura & Casey" morning show based at iHeartMedia Classic Rock " 105.9 The Brew " KFBW Vancouver WA/Portland OR has been added in five markets as part of a broader rollout. ## [Alyssa DiTomasso Departs Mornings At WNGC](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371137/alyssa-ditomasso-departs-mornings-at-wngc/) _2026-08-19 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ After joining Cox Media Group's " Your Georgia Country " 106.1 WNGC Arcade/Athens GA at the start of this year, Alyssa DiTomasso has departed the station's morning show. ## [Kevin & Taylor Exit Mornings At Star 94](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371027/kevin-taylor-exit-mornings-at-star-94/) _2026-08-19 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ After just shy of one year in mornings at Audacy's " Star 94 " WSTR Smyrna/Atlanta GA, Kevin Avery and Taylor Scott have exited the station. ## [Install Manifest V3 Extension (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/WI32jTTgO5Xf) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Get this Manifest V3 extension from the official TronBrowser Store listing. ## [Mining execs bought big in company stock days before Bears Ears’ cuts](https://www.hcn.org/articles/mining-execs-bought-big-in-company-stock-days-before-bears-ears-cuts/) _2026-08-19 · Leia Larsen · High Country News_ House Democrats have opened an investigation for insider trading. The post Mining execs bought big in company stock days before Bears Ears’ cuts appeared first on High Country News . ## [Cumulus Sells Savannah & Fayetteville FMs To Radio Training Network](https://radioinsight.com/headlines/371002/cumulus-sells-savannah-fayetteville-fms-to-radio-training-network/) _2026-08-18 · Lance Venta · RadioInsight_ Cumulus Media is selling two more FMs to Radio Training Network. ## [Punch Wars: KMXV (Mix 93.3) vs. KCJK (Hits 105) Kansas City](https://radioinsight.com/blogs/370219/punch-wars-kmxv-mix-93-3-vs-kcjk-hits-105-kansas-city/) _2026-08-18 · Sean Ross · RadioInsight_ “This feels like the first day of school,” said KCJK (Hits 105) Kansas City morning man Tyler Frye, referring to the former 107.3 The Vibe’s first day simulcasting on the frequency that will become its new home. ## [It’s a make-or-break year for Hood River’s pear farmers](https://www.hcn.org/articles/its-a-make-or-break-year-for-hood-rivers-pear-farmers/) _2026-08-18 · Susan Shain · High Country News_ After a dismal 2025 season, the pears being picked right now could mean the difference between solvency and bankruptcy. The post It’s a make-or-break year for Hood River’s pear farmers appeared first on High Country News . ## [In a warming world, wildflowers offer a warning](https://www.hcn.org/issues/58-8/in-a-warming-world-wildflowers-offer-a-warning/) _2026-08-17 · Kylie Mohr · High Country News_ The discourse between plants and fungi changes with increasing soil temperatures, impacting meadows, nutrients and wildlife. The post In a warming world, wildflowers offer a warning appeared first on High Country News . ## [‘Quite frustrating:’ what it’s like to have a treaty with the United States](https://www.hcn.org/issues/58-8/quite-frustrating-what-its-like-to-have-a-treaty-with-the-united-states/) _2026-08-14 · Anna V. Smith and B. ‘Toastie’ Oaster · High Country News_ Heirs to the 1855 Treaty of Point Elliott explain their ancestors’ wisdom and how they defend it today. The post ‘Quite frustrating:’ what it’s like to have a treaty with the United States appeared first on High Country News . ## [Does your dog make you safer in bear country?](https://www.hcn.org/articles/does-your-dog-makes-you-safer-in-bear-country/) _2026-08-13 · Nick Mott · High Country News_ What new analysis of more than 300 bear encounters shows about the notion of dogs as early bear alarms or deterrents. The post Does your dog make you safer in bear country? appeared first on High Country News . ## [Want to do something about climate change? Talk about it](https://www.hcn.org/issues/58-8/want-to-do-something-about-climate-change-talk-about-it/) _2026-08-13 · Ramin Skibba · High Country News_ Atmospheric scientist Katharine Hayhoe explains why conversation on the topic is so important and how to take this step toward climate action. The post Want to do something about climate change? Talk about it appeared first on High Country News . ## [Convocation of crows, sea-lebrity sea lions and what is that nasty smell?](https://www.hcn.org/issues/58-8/convocation-of-crows-sea-lebrity-sea-lions-and-what-is-that-nasty-smell/) _2026-08-12 · Tiffany Midge · High Country News_ Mishaps and mayhem from around the region. The post Convocation of crows, sea-lebrity sea lions and what is that nasty smell? appeared first on High Country News . ## [Utah is killing the Great Salt Lake](https://www.hcn.org/articles/utah-is-killing-the-great-salt-lake/) _2026-08-11 · Wade Graham · High Country News_ Profligate waste and perverse tax incentives are drying up the West’s largest natural body of water. The post Utah is killing the Great Salt Lake appeared first on High Country News . ## [What it’s like inside Eloy’s detention center as a trans woman](https://www.hcn.org/issues/58-8/44-days-inside-eloys-detention-center-as-a-trans-woman/) _2026-08-10 · John Washington · High Country News_ Karla Saenz, a Venezuelan asylum seeker, alleges neglect and transphobia, but also found fortitude and solidarity. The post What it’s like inside Eloy’s detention center as a trans woman appeared first on High Country News .