Broadcasting Industry News
In Memoriam: Ismael Ahmed
This past week, Wayne State University’s WDET-FM (Detroit) shared the sad news of the passing of Ismael Ahmed, the longtime host of This Island Earth and a beloved voice on the station. Ahmed passed away this last Saturday (1/31). He was 78. In a story posted on its website, the station noted that “Ismael was more than a broadcaster — he was a tireless advocate for culture, community, and justice, and his work touched generations across Detroit and beyond.”
Read MoreWWJ’s 23rd Annual Winter Survival Radiothon for THAW raises $276,774!
This past Thursday (1/29), Audacy’s WWJ-AM (Detroit) held is 23rd Annual Radiothon for THAW, The Heat and Warmth Fund. This year the effort raised $276,774 to bring warmth for Michigan families in need.
Read MoreWXYZ & WMYD General Manager Mike Murri Named Board Chair for Visit Detroit
“I am honored to serve as the Chair of the Visit Detroit Board of Directors,” said Murri. “Momentum has never been higher in the Detroit region, and we have a window of opportunity to capitalize even more. I want to thank Claude Molinari, his team, and the entire Board for entrusting me with this leadership role. I can’t wait to get started.”
Read MoreMBC to Open Nominations for 2026 Radio Hall Of Fame This Sunday
The Museum of Broadcast Communications announces that the Radio Hall of Fame Nominating Committee will accept suggestions for 2026 nominees beginning Sunday, February 1, 2026, through Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. PST.
Read MoreMichigan Public Names Kate Furby PhD as Senior Environment Reporter
Michigan Public (Ann Arbor) News Director Vincent Duffy has announced that Kate Furby, PhD has joined the station as the Senior Environment Reporter, covering science and the environment for the state’s largest public radio station.
Read MoreWTCM’s Ron Jolly & Colleen Wares McClelland Announce Retirement
WTCM-AM (Traverse City) morning personalities Ron Jolly and Colleen Wares McClelland, hosts of the Ron Jolly Show have announced that they are retiring from the station after their last show on April 10.
Read MoreDetroit PBS Names Community, Academic and Business Leaders to Board of Trustees
Detroit PBS has elected three new members to its Board of Trustees: Richard Glover, enterprise risk professional at Kelly Services; Fatima Salman, ENGAGE program manager at the University of Michigan School of Social Work; and Megan Spanitz, chief operating officer and chief strategy officer of the Detroit Regional Chamber.
Read MoreMatt Scarano Named Vice President and Market Manager of Beasley Media Group Detroit
Beasley Media Group announced Wednesday (1/14) that Matt Scarano has been named Vice President and Market Manager of Beasley Media Group Detroit. He began his new position concurrent with the announcement.
Read MoreMid-West Family Partners with Visit Southwest Michigan to Launch New Radio Station
Mid-West Family Broadcasting has announced a new format for one of its stations in Southwest Michigan beginning Monday, January 26. The company is partnering with Visit Southwest Michigan to launch “Visit Southwest Michigan Radio” on its WQYQ-AM/W291DK (St. Joseph).
Read MoreWKAR-FM Classical Host Jody Knol Celebrates 40 Years
This past Tuesday, WKAR-FM (East Lansing) classical music host celebrated 40 years of sharing his voice and love of all things classical with Mid-Michigan and beyond.
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