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Hispanic Radio Network Launches ‘Juan FM’ And ‘Los40 24/7’

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Hispanic Radio Network Launches ‘Juan FM’ And ‘Los40 24/7’

Hispanic Radio Network (HRN), the largest independent Hispanic radio network in the United States, has launched two new 24/7 Spanish-language music formats: JUAN-FM and Los40 24/7. JUAN-FM will feature a Regional Mexican format, while Los40 24/7 will focus on Tropical/Caribbean music.

The Director of Product Services, Alex Quintero, said, “The audience and appetite for Hispanic radio programming is there. For owners and operators, JUAN-FM or Los40 24/7 work well as a compliment to their other formats in the market. These Spanish-Language formats can be a solution for underperforming stations, as well.”

JUAN-FM features diverse music, showcasing popular artists such as Banda MS, Joan Sebastian, Calibre 50, Juan Gabriel, and Los Bukis/Marco Antonio Solís. In addition, Los40 24/7 provides a platform for the latest hits from top Hispanic artists, including Bad Bunny, Shakira, Daddy Yankee, Karol G, and J Balvin, ensuring listeners remain connected to the vibrant music scene.

Clark Logan, HRN President said, “With the launch of HRN-24/7 we now offer an efficient turnkey solution to the growing multi-cultural advertising market. Radio station owners and operators can get the best Hispanic formats with a simple call to Alex. We feel this will benefit both the owners and the advertisers who are always looking for more content in this ever-growing space.”

The most recent US Census reports that 65 million Hispanics live in the United States, with a buying power estimated at $3.6 trillion, according to Axios.com.

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ABC News Elevates Averi Harper to Political Director

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ABC News Elevates Averi Harper to Political Director

ABC News has announced the promotion of Averi Harper to serve as the outlet’s new Political Director, relocating her from New York to Washington D.C.

Harper has served as the Deputy Political Director of ABC News since 2021. She joined the outlet in 2019 as a campaign reporter and producer, reporting on the 2020 presidential campaigns as both a primary and general election reporter. In her new role, she’ll report directly to Washington D.C. Bureau Chief Rick Klein.

“It’s a privilege to help shape our political coverage at such a pivotal moment,” said Harper. “I look forward to continuing our commitment to straightforward coverage by delivering informative reporting and thoughtful analysis that cuts through the noise and focuses on the issues that matter most to our audience.”

“Averi is a trusted journalist and leader whose integrity and rigor elevate ABC News’ political coverage and analysis every day,” added Klein. “She has been a valuable partner, and I know her nuanced perspective will serve our audience well as we continue to cover the most important political stories of our time.”

In her new role, Harper will manage the political unit for the network, and also coordinate coverage with polling partners, the Decision Desk operations team, and the ABC Owned Television Stations arm of the company.

Before joining ABC News, Harper worked as a local television reporter in New York, San Francisco, and Greenville, North Carolina.

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60th Academy of Country Music Awards Nominees Revealed

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60th Academy of Country Music Awards Nominees Revealed

The Academy of Country Music (ACM) has announced the 60th Academy of Country Music Awards nominees.

Hosted by Reba McEntire, the awards show will take place Thursday, May 8, 2025, at Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, TX, and will stream live exclusively on Prime Video around the globe. The show will feature performances by the greatest Country Music stars of the past, present, and future.

The radio winners will be announced ahead of the 60th ACM Awards and celebrated during ACM Awards week.

The nominees for Major Market Station of The Year:

The nominees for Medium Market Station of The Year:

The nominees for Small Market Station of The Year:

National Daily On-Air Personality of The Year:

Ashley Till Y2Kountry with Ashley Till

Big D, Bubba Big D & Bubba

Buzz Brainard, Nick Ultra The Music Row Happy Hour with Buzz Brainard

Cody Alan Highway Mornings with Cody Alan

Patrick Thomas PickleJar Up All Night

Nationally Weekly On-Air Personality of The Year:

Kelleigh Bannen Today’s Country Radio

Lorianne Crook, Charlie Chase Crook & Chase Countdown

Steve Harmon Country Gold with Steve Harmon

Wayne D, Tay Hamilton iHeartCountry House Party

Whitney Allen The Big Time Saturday Night

On-Air Personality of The Year – Major Market:

The Lo Show – Lo Sessions KKBQ-FM Houston, TX

The Morning Wolfpack with Matt McAllister – Matt McAllister, Gabe Mercer, “Captain Ron” Koons KKWF-FM Seattle, WA

John and Tammy: San Diego’s Morning Show – John Flint, Tammy Lee KSON-FM San Diego, CA

The Scotty Kay Show – Scotty Kay WUSN-FM Chicago, IL

Josh, Rachael and Grunwald In The Morning – Josh Holleman, Rachael Hunter, Steve Grunwald WYCD Detroit

On-Air Personality of The Year – Large Market:

Heather Froglear – Heather Froglear KFRG-FM Riverside, CA

Deb & Matt in the Morning – Deborah Honeycutt, Matt Malone WFMS-FM Indianapolis, IN

Wayne D and Tay – Wayne D, Tay Hamilton WSIX-FM Nashville, TN

The Big Dave Show – Big Dave, Stattman WUBE-FM Cincinnati, OH

The Q Morning Crew with Mike and Amanda – Amanda Daughtry, Mike Wheless WQDR-FM Raleigh, NC

On-Air Personality of The Year – Medium Market:

The Bee Morning Coffee Club – TJ Sharp, Bo Jaxon, Hope Breen WBEE-FM Rochester, NY

New Country Mornings with Nancy and Woody – Nancy Wilson, Aaron Woods WHKO-FM Dayton, OH

Joey & Nancy – Joey Tack, Nancy Barger WIVK-FM Knoxville, TN

Julie and DJ in the Morning – Julie Kansy, Dale Sellers WPCV-FM Lakeland, FL

Mo & StyckMan – Mo, StyckMan WUSY-FM Chattanooga, TN

On-air Personality of The Year – Small Market:

Hilley & Hart – Kevin Hilley, Erin Hart KATI-FM Jefferson City, MO

Liz & Scotty in the Morning – Liz DelGrosso, Scotty Cox KCLR-FM Columbia, MO

Ben & Arnie – Ben Butler, Arnie Andrews WCOW-FM Sparta, WI

The Dr. Shane and Tess Show – Dr. Shane, Tess WPAP-FM Panama City, FL

The Cat Pak Morning Show – Brent Lane, Mel McCrae WYCT Pensacola, FL.

Visit the ACM website for more information.  

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iHeartRadio Music Awards Performers Announced

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iHeartRadio Music Awards Performers Announced

iHeartRadio Music Awards has announced featured performers for the March 17 awards show. The show will feature performances from Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, GloRilla, Gracie Abrams, Kenny Chesney, Muni Long, Nelly, and more.

The 12th annual iHeartRadio Music Awards will honor the most-played artists and songs featured on iHeartRadio stations and the iHeartRadio app throughout 2024. The event will also provide a sneak peek at the anticipated hits of 2025.

LL Cool J will host the event, which will be broadcast on iHeartMedia radio stations and Fox from the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles at 8 pm (ET).

LL Cool J said, “Excited to be back on the iHeartRadio stage to host this year’s awards. It’s going to be a night to remember—big energy, iconic moments and special collaborations you won’t want to miss.”

Nelly will perform at the event and will be honored with the 2025 iHeartRadio Landmark Award. This award recognizes artists whose album releases have significantly inspired and influenced culture over several decades.

Additionally, 13-time Grammy Award winner Lady Gaga will receive the 2025 iHeartRadio Innovator Award. Meanwhile, Mariah Carey, recognized as the best-selling female artist of all time, will be awarded the 2025 iHeartRadio Icon Award.

In celebration of iHeartRadio’s “Tour of the Century Award” awarded to Taylor Swift for The Eras Tour, an exclusive performance from the tour’s opening night will premiere during this year’s Awards telecast. This performance marks the second anniversary of the tour’s launch.

The upcoming iHeartRadio Music Awards will honor Los Angeles’s resilience and recovery efforts after the recent wildfires that impacted the community. The event will also encourage donations to Fireaidla.org.

The 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards will once again honor music and artists. While emphasizing the fans. iHeartRadio listeners will have the chance to vote for winners across new and established categories.

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Ben Fawkes Joining Yahoo Sports as Senior Sports Betting Analyst

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Ben Fawkes Joining Yahoo Sports as Senior Sports Betting Analyst

Yahoo Sports has announced that it has hired Ben Fawkes to serve as the new senior sports betting analyst for the company, providing insights and expertise pertaining to the space. Ryan Spoon, the president of Yahoo Sports, divulged that Fawkes will be providing consumers with news around the industry, along with trends and insights. In addition to his written analysis, he is going to be appearing on Yahoo Sports gaming coverage and shows contributing to overall coverage. Fawkes joins the company as it continues to bolster its sports team, which has added various new members in recent months such as Ariel Helwani, Kevin O’Connor and Tera Roberts.

Fawkes has been involved in the industry for several years working in roles with companies such as VSiN, Gannett and The Athletic providing sports betting content and strategies. Prior to that time, he worked at ESPN for nearly a decade where he was involved in college football and gambling content for the platform, including the Daily Wager television show, and also covered the NFL Draft. Fawkes has also been writing on a Substack page focused on sports betting that has accrued more than 4,000 subscribers.

“In this role, Ben will deliver sports betting insights, break down the industry’s most compelling news and trends, and contribute to our overall sports betting content strategy,” the company shared on social media. “He will also contribute written analysis and appear across multiple Yahoo Sports shows.”

Yahoo Sports recently presented several live video shows from Media Row ahead of Super Bowl LIX between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles from New Orleans, La. that included contributions from various new personalities such as Nate Tice and Caroline Fenton. The company also announced a partnership with The Rich Eisen Show last November that presents clips and highlights of the multiplatform program. Yahoo Sports has utilized several sports betting analysts across its coverage in previous years, some of whom included Mark Drumheller and Ariel Epstein.

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Audacy Moves KMOX to 104.1 FM in St. Louis

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Audacy Moves KMOX to 104.1 FM in St. Louis

Audacy has announced it is moving legendary news/talk brand KMOX to 104.1 FM in St. Louis.

Previously, the station was heard on an FM translator at 98.7 FM in the market. However, beginning on Monday, March 24th, the station will be heard on 104.1 FM. Additionally, the station will continue to air on 1120 AM.

The station’s move from its 250-watt FM translator to a full-fledged 50,000-watt FM signal coincides with the start of the Major League Baseball season. KMOX has long served as the radio flagship of the St. Louis Cardinals.

On March 24th, HOT 104.1 will move to the 98.7 FM signal and will be rebranded as HOT 98.7.

“We’re thrilled to expand KMOX’s reach and bring the trusted news and entertainment our listeners rely on, as well as Cardinals baseball, on an enhanced FM signal that covers the greater St. Louis region,” said Becky Domyan, Senior Vice President and Market Manager, Audacy St. Louis and Wichita. “We’re equally as excited to continue delivering the hottest hip-hop and R&B on HOT 98.7’s new dial position.”

The news of the move to 104.1 FM comes on the heels of Audacy enacting widespread layoffs. During the cuts, the company removed all local staffers from the HOT 104.1 brand before announcing that the legendary news/talk brand KMOX would be shifting to the signal.

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Big Sky Conference Extends Rights Agreement With Scripps Sports

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Big Sky Conference Extends Rights Agreement With Scripps Sports

The Big Sky Conference and Scripps Sports have officially announced a new five-year extension of their broadcasting agreement, which will now run through at least the 2029-2030 season. Since the partnership began in 2022, Scripps Sports has produced and distributed more than 40 Big Sky games, including the prestigious Big Sky Hall of Fame gala.

Currently, Scripps Sports airs Big Sky games on 18 Scripps-owned stations across all eight states represented by the conference’s teams. Specifically, this includes six markets in Montana, three in Idaho, two in California, two in Colorado, and one each in Utah, Oregon, and Washington.

“The Big Sky is grateful for what has been, and surely will continue to be, a wonderful partnership with Scripps Sports,” Big Sky Commissioner Tom Wistrcill said. “Over the last three years, each entity has grown, both collectively and individually, accentuating the brand of our league and member institutions—and thus elevating the viewing experience.”

As part of the extension, Scripps will continue producing the Big Sky Football Kickoff Show, which is broadcast live from the conference’s annual media day. Additionally, a new feature will be introduced: the Big Sky Courtside Show, which will debut at the 2025 Big Sky Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships.

“Scripps Sports’ wide reach across our territory and top-quality production makes our games more available and enjoyable than ever before for Big Sky fans, and we look forward to an even brighter and more visible future together,” said Wistrcill.

While the conference maintains first rights to air games through its agreement with ESPN, Scripps Sports will also have the annual right to broadcast at least 12 conference football games featuring Montana and Montana State. Notably, these broadcasts will include linear coverage in the opponents’ home markets. Furthermore, Scripps will retain the exclusive linear rights to air the highly anticipated “Brawl of the Wild” matchup between the Griz and Bobcats statewide in Montana.

In addition to football, the new agreement grants Scripps the right to select—following ESPN’s picks—up to eight men’s or women’s basketball games involving Montana or Montana State for broadcast. Moreover, Scripps will have access to all four “Brawl of the Wild” matchups between the two schools’ men’s and women’s basketball teams.

Meanwhile, the Big Sky Conference will continue to retain its rights for digital distribution and streaming via the ESPN+ app, both within and beyond the league’s geographic footprint. Importantly, these Scripps broadcasts will not be subject to any blackout restrictions.

This announcement follows the conference’s extension with ESPN through the 2029-2030 season, which was previously announced in January.

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Matt Barrie Staying at ESPN Under New Multiyear Deal

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Matt Barrie Staying at ESPN Under New Multiyear Deal

Matt Barrie has signed a new multiyear contract with ESPN that has him continue his responsibilities hosting SportsCenter and other roles surrounding coverage of sporting events at the network. Barrie, who first joined the company in March 2013, is a co-anchor of the 2 p.m. EST edition of the studio program and is an 11-time Emmy Award winner. Outside of the weekday show, he has also been the host of College Football Final since 2019 and calls Thursday night college football games as well. Barrie also worked on a one-hour presentation of College Football Live ahead of the CFP National Championship Game from Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga.

Starting this year, Barrie has been working as a play-by-play announcer for TMRW Golf League (TGL) matches alongside host Scott Van Pelt and reporter Maty Smith from Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. ESPN is currently airing TGL showdowns on its linear networks under a multiyear deal with the startup league, which is backed by investors such as Fenway Sports Group, Steve Cohen and Arthur Blank among others.

“ESPN has been my home for 12 years, and there’s no other place I’d rather continue my career,” Barrie said in a statement. “I’m a college football junkie, and a golf nerd, so this job is perfect for me…. I’d like to thank Burke Magnus, Mike McQuade, Dave Roberts, and Mike Foss for their belief and support. I’m looking forward to building on what we’ve accomplished and continuing to grow and have fun.”

Throughout his time with ESPN, Barrie has also hosted the College GameDay program on ESPN Radio and took part in coverage of the XFL as a play-by-play commentator. Furthermore, he hosted the Scripps National Spelling Bee starting in 2018 before the event moved to Ion and Bounce TV three years later. Barrie hosts editions of SportsCenter on the Road emanating from major sporting events, some of which include the Masters Tournament and PGA Championship.

Before joining ESPN, Barrie worked as an anchor and reporter at KXAS-TV in Dallas where he anchored live coverage of select local teams and also hosted sportscasts on the weekends. In addition, he formerly co-hosted the Matt and Tim Show on 1400 AM The Team in Columbia, S.C. while anchoring sportscasts and hosting other programming for WLTX-TV. Barrie commenced his media career as a reporter covering the Green Bay Packers and Wisconsin Badgers at WJFW-TV in Wausau, Wisc.

“Matt is a consummate professional and a key part of our SportsCenter, golf and college football coverage,” Dave Roberts, executive vice president and executive editor of sports news and entertainment at ESPN, said in a statement. “His passion for the game, versatility as a host, and ability to connect with fans make him an invaluable member of our team.”

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710 WOR Officially Names Larry Mendte New Morning Host

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710 WOR Officially Names Larry Mendte New Morning Host

710 WOR has featured Larry Mendte in morning drive after previous hosts Len Berman and Michael Riedel were let go amid iHeartMedia’s latest round of cuts last year. Now, the station is making it permanent.

Mendte in the Morning was officially announced on Monday. Mendte joined the station in 2023 as its news director and morning news anchor after previously working as the News Director and host of WJLP-TV in New Jersey.

“I am both thrilled and humbled by this opportunity,” Mendte said. “Thrilled because 710 WOR is iconic, and humbled because I am walking in the footsteps of legends.”  

“Since joining our team in 2023 as our news director and morning drive news anchor, Larry has built a strong connection with our listeners, who have responded very positively to his time as our interim morning show host,” said 710 WOR Program Director Tom Cuddy.

“His remarkable career, which includes an astounding 97 Emmy awards and stints at WABC Radio, Channel 7 Eyewitness News, WPIX/11, and Access Hollywood, speaks for itself. With all of this experience, he’s the ideal choice to wake up the tri-state area,” continued Cuddy.

Mendte has plenty of television experience, including positions at KYW-TV and WCAU-TV in Philadelphia, in addition to his work at WBBM-TV in Chicago.

Larry Mendte will be joined in morning drive on Mendte in the Morning by news anchor Jacquelyn Karly. Meanwhile, longtime producer Natalie Vacca will continue to produce the show, which airs from 6-10 AM.

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Tennessee Radio Analyst Bert Bertelkamp Announces Retirement

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Tennessee Radio Analyst Bert Bertelkamp Announces Retirement

Tennessee men’s basketball analyst Bert Bertelkamp has announced he is retiring after more than 25 years behind the mic for Volunteers basketball. The long-standing voice of the Volunteers revealed that this season will be his final year calling games for the Vols radio network alongside Bob Kesling, who is also set to retire following this season.

Since the 1999-2000 season, Bertelkamp has been a fixture in the analyst seat for Tennessee basketball. As he reflected on his career, he shared what made these years so meaningful to him.

“Being the Vol Network’s color analyst for men’s basketball the last 26 years has been an honor and a privilege,” Bertelkamp said to WVLT 8 in Knoxville. “I have been blessed to meet many great people and have had the opportunity to develop numerous lifelong relationships. The bottom line is it has been a wonderful experience and I will always be grateful for the opportunity.”

A former guard for the Volunteers from 1976 to 1980, Bertelkamp was a three-year starter at Tennessee, playing in 110 games over four seasons. Hailing from Knoxville, he played a key role in helping the Vols secure the 1976-77 SEC regular season title and the 1979 SEC Tournament championship. Additionally, Bertelkamp is the son of Hank Bertelkamp, the second-oldest living Tennessee basketball letter winner.

In a heartfelt message, Bertelkamp expressed gratitude to his family for their unwavering support throughout his broadcasting career.

“I want to thank my lovely wife, Sheila, as well as my amazing children, Brownie, Lillie and Hank, and my Vol-fanatic son-in-law, Grant, for their love and support over these many years. I’m so proud of them and I couldn’t have asked for more,” Bertelkamp shared via a release on the Vols website. “I’d also like to thank my father, Hank, for introducing me to the game of basketball and my late mother, Jane, who would be thrilled to know her son called UT basketball games for 26 years.”

Meanwhile, Steve Early, Vice President and General Manager of the Vol Network, praised Bertelkamp for his contributions over the years.

“It is difficult to put into words what Bert Bertelkamp means to the University of Tennessee,” said Early. “His legacy is cemented for generations to come, not only as a beloved broadcaster, but also a player and donor. Bert’s passion for Tennessee basketball has been evident in every single broadcast he has ever been a part of.”

As the chapter closes on an illustrious broadcasting career, Bertelkamp and Kesling will call their final game on Saturday afternoon when fourth-ranked Tennessee takes on South Carolina.

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