Garrett Searight

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Garrett Searight is Barrett Media's News Editor, which includes writing daily news stories, features, and opinion columns. He joined Barrett Media in 2022 after a decade leading several radio brands in several formats, as well as a 5-year stint working in local television. In addition to his work with Barrett Media, he is a radio and TV play-by-play broadcaster. Reach out to him at Garrett@BarrettMedia.com.

950 WIBX Morning Host Bill Keeler Exits After 13 Years

"Based on what I’ve seen happening throughout the radio industry nationwide, I knew a day like this could eventually come, although I certainly didn’t expect it to happen today."

Hubbard Names Declan Moore to Replace Joel Oxley at WTOP

"I’m energized by the opportunity to work with the talented teams here to build on those strengths and help these businesses continue to evolve and grow."

5 Years After His Passing, Phil Valentine’s Colleagues Remember His Legacy

"One thing I loved about the guy — he was an upper, I call it. He was always up. Life was an adventure to him. That's one thing I hope people take away from their memories of him — not how he died, but how the guy knew how to live."

Can This CNN Innovation Help Reach Younger Audiences?

Networks that only cater to their existing base tend to shrink over time as that base ages out. Consequently, if a scrolling text chain is what it takes to pull younger eyes toward CNN's programming, that's a trade worth making.

WaterStone Acquisition of Salem Media Complete, Now Officially Private

“When Stuart Epperson and I founded Salem more than 50 years ago, we could not have imagined the reach and impact it would have today."

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Jacques Doucet, Voice Of The Montreal Expos, Dies At 86

"He was certainly a giant, and his loss is immense."

FOX Sports Unveils College Football Broadcast Teams For 2026 Season

"FOX Sports looks to continue on the momentum from the FIFA World Cup was an exciting year of action beginning week one with the defending national champion Indiana Hoosiers."

Bob Stilson Retires From The Breeze Buffalo Mornings

"Stilson's exit marks another chapter closing for local Buffalo radio."

Family of 93 WIBC’s Matt Bair Releases Statement Following Unexpected Death

"His death was accidental, and we do believe at this time that alcohol was a contributing factor."