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Taylor University Broadcasting Doubles Up In Fort Wayne

Posted: 04 Jun 2021 11:38 AM PDT
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Northeast Indiana Public Radio has announced the sale of Classical 94.1
WBNI-FM Roanoke/Fort Wayne IN to Taylor University Broadcasting for
$350,000.

Upon closing of the sale the station will flip to Gospel running the
Rhythm Praise programming currently heard on the buyers 90.3 WBCL-HD2 Fort
Wayne. Taylor University Broadcasting runs a regional Christian AC network
based at 90.3 WBCL currently heard on nine additional signals in eastern
Indiana, western Ohio and southern Michigan.

The current Classical programming will continue to be made available online
and via 89.1 WBOI-HD2 Fort Wayne.

Northeast Indiana Public Radio (NIPR) and Taylor University Broadcasting
Incorporated (TUBI) are jointly announcing the sale of 94.1 FM from NIPR to
TUBI.

Pending FCC approval, the transfer of ownership will take place later this
summer. Currently, 94.1 FM broadcasts classical music using the WBNI call
letters. Classical WBNI will continue to be heard throughout the community
on WBNI.org, on the WBNI mobile app, on HD radio, and on smart speakers and
mobile devices.

“Our Board of Trustees unanimously approved this sale because it allows us
to continue to serve the community with 24/7 classical music while
obtaining the funds to make essential digital equipment upgrades,� said
Peter Dominowski, President and General Manager of Northeast Indiana Public
Radio. “It is also important that 94.1 be maintained as a radio service
provided by another organization with deep roots in the community.�

TUBI Executive Director, Ross McCampbell, shares, “It is reassuring to see
two organizations that have a heart for serving the community at their core
work together to create mutual situations where both can do exactly that
with more efficiency and impact.�

TUBI, which also owns WBCL, is acquiring 94.1 for its sister station,
Rhythm and Praise. This community-minded transaction will allow a first for
the Fort Wayne radio market, an Urban Gospel station that covers the entire
city and county 24/7 on an easily accessible FM frequency.



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Another National Brand in Canada As Rogers Preps CityNews Rollout

Posted: 04 Jun 2021 11:27 AM PDT
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Rogers Sports Media has announced it will relaunch five of its News
stations in Canada under the CityNews brand this fall.

570 News CKGL Kitchener, 660 News CFFR Calgary, 680 News CFTR Toronto, News
1130 CKWX Vancouver and News 95.7 CJNI Halifax will all switch to the new
brand. Rogers began the rollout of the CityNews identity on radio last
December when 1310 News CIWW Ottawa added a simulcast on 101.1 CKBY Smiths
Falls and rebranded as CityNews 101.1.

In making the announcement today, the company stated that the audio content
from the stations will not change, however it will allow them to combine
the digital assets with the CityNews.ca news portal and the companys
City-TV network.

Rogers states that following the relaunch in Ottawa, the combination of the
two websites led to a 31% increase in digital listening and 37% increase in
first preference choice by local audiences, with the station itself
garnering its best ratings since Fall 2013.

Todays audiences have endless choices on where to get their news. To ensure
Canadians continue to easily find the trusted local news and information
they have come to rely on from Rogers Sports Media, this Fall the company
is bringing its local news radio stations across the country under the
CityNews banner to become a powerhouse local news offering in each market.

This is a change in brand identity only. While the name and branding for
each news radio station will be updated, loyal listeners will still get the
same great reliable content from 680 NEWS (Toronto), NEWS 1130 (Vancouver),
660 NEWS (Calgary), NEWS 95.7 (Halifax), and 570 NEWS (Kitchener)
including the latest news, traffic and weather, along with the same beloved
local on-air personalities.

Putting our incredible team and all of our resources behind one brand will
help to strongly convey who we are to audiences and advertisers, plus it
gives us the opportunity to produce more content for social and digital to
better serve each community, said Julie Adam, President of News
Entertainment, Rogers Sports Media. News plays a pivotal role in our
organization, providing an essential service for Canadians and were excited
to make this move to cement our investment in local news. I am so proud of
our News team and grateful for everything they do.

The unified brand approach builds on last years successful rebrand of 1310
NEWS (Ottawa), which changed its name to CityNews Ottawa The Valley and
the two local news websites merged into one. This has had a positive effect
in the local market, with a 31% increase in digital listening
year-over-year and a 37% increase in first preference choice by local
audiences*. Additionally, yesterdays Numeris ratings showed that the Ottawa
news radio station had its strongest ratings since Fall 2013**.

Combining our award-winning news teams builds on the strength and
reputation of stations like 680 NEWS and shows our deep commitment to
continue delivering the best news to audiences, on any platform,
simplifying the choice for consumers with one brand offer, said Dave Budge,
VP of News Information, Rogers Sports Media.

Launching alongside the rebrand will be a new unified CityNews website and
app, where consumers can easily find their local news for Toronto,
Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Montreal, Ottawa, Winnipeg, Halifax, and
Kitchener.

The branding for each radio station will be unveiled in the Fall, with
additional details to be shared in each market at that time.

*Source: Leanstream, January-May 2020/2021; Radio Brand Tracker,
January-May 2021

**Source: Numeris Radio Diary, Spring 2021, Ottawa-Gatineau CTRL, A25-54,
Reach Plan (Mo-Su 5a-2a)




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WVSP Adds Tim Donnelly Show To Local Lineup

Posted: 04 Jun 2021 11:02 AM PDT
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Max Media Sports ESPN 94.1 WVSP Yorktown/Norfolk is adding a second local
show to its lineup.

Tim Donnelly will host a 2-4pm show starting Monday, June 7. Donnelly has
been with WVSP since last February as Executive Producer of the Nick
Cattles Show that airs from 4-7pm and will also continue in that role. The
former University of Delaware quarterback previously hosted mornings at
Supersports 101.7 WRAD Blacksburg VA and served as OM/host at ESPN Ithaca
1160 WPIE Trumansburg NY.

Donnelly will replace ESPN Radios Max Kellerman in the 2-4pm slot.

Max Media of Hampton Roads’ ESPN Radio 94.1 (WVSP-FM) adds a live, local
talk show to its lineup beginning Monday, June 7, 2021. The Tim Donnelly
Show will air each weekday from Noon until 2 p.m. The show will feature
locally-driven sports talk, including stories originating in Hampton Roads,
regional sports news, and national content discussed through a uniquely 757
lens.

“The opportunity to carve out my place in the 757 sports landscape is one
that I do not take lightly. I understand that the market deserves a host
that is dedicated and determined to create a fun, sports- centric escape
for listeners each and every time they flip on the radio during their lunch
break or hop in the car for a mid-day drive,� Donnelly said about the
show’s upcoming debut. “I am unbelievably thankful for Keith Barton, Eddie
Haskell, Nick Cattles, and Max Media for giving me the chance to bring the
show to Hampton Roads.

Donnelly joined the station in February of 2020 as Executive Producer of
The Nick Cattles Show, heard daily from 4 – 7 p.m. on ESPN Radio 94.1.
Donnelly previously hosted sports talk radio shows in Delaware, Nebraska,
New York and, most recently, Blacksburg, Virginia. Prior to entering the
sports media industry, Donnelly played quarterback for the University of
Delaware football team. Donnelly is excited to be continuing in his role as
E.P. of The Nick Cattles Show.

“Max Media is committed to delivering live and local programming to Hampton
Roads,� commented Vice President of Operations and Programming Eddie
Haskell. “The Tim Donnelly show will allow us to give our local teams and
local advertisers more opportunity to connect with our local audience.�




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Station Sales Week Of 6/4

Posted: 04 Jun 2021 04:30 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/2...s-week-of-6-4/



Jim Leven and Bruce Mittman are buying out the 82.523 percent stake in
Community Broadcasters held by Northwood Ventures, Northwood Capital
Partners and Paul and Jana Homer. The duo will pay $2,849,369. After
closing Leven will hold 58% equity and Mittman 42%, but each will have 50%
of voting stake. Community Broadcasters owns 24 stations and eight
translators in the New York markets of Ogdensburg and Watertown and South
Carolina markets of Florence, Sumter and Orangeburg.

Michigan based Christian AC network Smile-FM is adding its second signal in
Arkansas with the acquisition of 95.5 KOYH Elaine AR from Alfred L Pat
Roberson III for no consideration. Smile-FM also owns 88.5 KOYR Yorktown
AR, while the rest of its stations are Michigan or adjacent parts of Ohio.

Dennis Yelton is selling his 33.3 percent interest in BroadCo of Texas
Inc.s AC Magic 95 95.3 KMGZ Lawton and Hot Country 97.3 K247BA Lawton OK to
Fred Morton for $100,000 plus an additional $80,000 non-compete agreement
paid monthly over five years preventing Yelton from competing within a 65
mile radius of Lawton. The deal will give Morton a 66.6% stake in the
company with Linda Meyer retaining her 33.3% share. Morton also owns the
105.5 K288FQ Lawton translator that operates as part of the cluster as
Sooner Classic Hits.
Translator Sales

Sunnylands Broadcasting donates 106.3 K292HN Centralia WA to Iglesia
Pentecostal Vispera Del Fin valuing the assets at $30,000. K292HN currently
rebroadcasts Centro Familiar Cristianos 93.7 KLSY Belfair WA.



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Bohn Broadcast Services Rebrands As MaxxKonnect Group

Posted: 04 Jun 2021 04:00 AM PDT
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Bohn Broadcast Services, a leader in broadcast technical services and
MaxxKonnect connectivity solutions, has rebranded as The MaxxKonnect Group
(TMG). TMG will continue to focus on providing MaxxKonnect Wireless
connectivity solutions, as well as expanding broadcast technical
integration services across the US. TMG will also expand our equipment
sales and turn-key service offerings.

Joe Myers joins TMG as Sales Manager. With stops at Northeast Broadcast,
Enco, DJB and, most recently, Broadcast Electronics Joe is a veteran in
the broadcast sales arena who focuses on customer satisfaction and value
sales.

Myers said, I’m excited to join the MaxxKonnect team. I have known Josh
Bohn for many years and have worked with him in the past on many projects.
We share the same values in taking care of clients and share similar
visions for the future. I’m looking forward to working with clients on
equipment needs, connectivity solutions, as well as studio and turn-key
projects using some of the top equipment brands in the industry!

Joe can be reached at or by phone at 205-637- 9600.










Emily Hager also joins TMG as Office Manager. With a background in the
education and retail sectors, Emily will handle inventory and logistics
operations as well as sales support and customer interaction.

Current Bohn Broadcast support engineer Micah Dempsey has also been
promoted to Operations Manager for TMG.

TMG president Josh Bohn said, Ive had the privilege of working with Joe on
various projects for years. His dedication to customers and knowledge of
the industry make him the perfect leader for our sales effort. Im extremely
excited to have him join the MaxxKonnect team and expand our ability to
provide turn-key customer solutions! Emily is a great addition to our
staff! Her organizational and customer service skills are a huge asset!
Micah is an invaluable part of MaxxKonnect and has become my right hand on
daily operations. This promotion is well deserved!�

All will be based at the TMG main office in Pelham, AL. ###

ABOUT THE MAXXKONNECT GROUP: Founded in 1998 as Bohn Broadcast Services,
Alabama-based TMG provides technical and turn-key services, MaxxKonnect
Wireless connectivity solutions and broadcast equipment sales nationwide.
TMG offers radio and TV engineering services and equipment repair, as well
as pre-owned equipment sales. Our Repair Division, based in suburban
Dallas, TX, services all types of broadcast equipment. For more
information, please call 205-637-9600 or email .