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Wednesday, January 26, 2011

Jan. 26: Murphy's (digital) law; Yahoo Q4; Bubba rides; Fastroad efficiency



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Today's Headlines January 26, 2011

Murphy Named Entercom VP/Digital

Murphy Named Entercom VP/Digital

Tim Murphy rises to the newly created post of VP/digital strategy and enterprise platforms at Entercom Communications. Murphy, who launched the successful WEEI.com, has been serving as VP/GM of the Entercom/Boston cluster.
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Yahoo Revenues Down, Profit Up

Yahoo Revenues Down, Profit Up

Yahoo reports its Q4 results, with revenues down 4 percent, to $1.2 billion, but net income at $312 million (24 cents per share), compared to $153 million (11 cents) in the same period a year ago.

Gaytan Buys Two In Tulsa

Gaytan Broadcasting enters into an agreement to purchase Reunion Broadcasting and begin operating Reunion's two Tulsa radio stations. Gaytan plans to flip the stations to Spanish-language formats.

The Upper End Of The Money Demo Is Waiting For You To Discover Something New

ADVERTISEMENT -- Exciting new research demonstrates that radio's most sought-after audience has specific wants and needs that are not being met in the marketplace. >>Read more.
Industry
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Bubba Joins Sheriff to Honor Killed Officer 

Bubba Joins Sheriff to Honor Killed Officer

Syndicated and Internet radio host Bubba the Love Sponge has partnered with Polk County, Florida Sheriff Grady Judd for a charity motorcycle ride to honor fallen Polk County Sheriff’s Sgt. Wes Whitmore Saturday, January 29, starting at 10 a.m.

AFTRA Adds To Merger Push

President of AFTRA is usually an unpaid post, but the union will be giving Roberta Reardon a stipend this year as she focuses on promoting the merger of AFTRA with the Screen Actors Guild. SAG membership voted down attempts to merge the unions in 1999 and 2003.

Ford Supports AWM 'Empowering America' Campaign

Ford Motor Co. will continue its support for Alliance for Women in Media's "Empowering America" public service campaign profiling inspiring women. This year's program also includes a video competition for students, with the prize a $5,000 scholarship.
Convergence Technology
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NAB Fastroad Looks At Transmitter Efficiency

NAB Fastroad Looks At Transmitter Efficiency

The latest white paper from the NAB Fastroad technology initiative looks at the history of transmitter power efficiency, with a formula to help broadcasters choose transmitters going forward.
Washington

FCC's Baker Adds Legal Adviser

FCC Commissioner Meredith Attwell Baker adds Jennifer Tatel to her staff as legal adviser for media issues. Tatel succeeds Krista Witanowski, who returns to the Media Bureau.
Radio Ink
Mighty Red II: New Features Never Before On ANY Radio 

Mighty Red II: New Features Never Before On ANY Radio

Radio Ink debuts the Mighty Red II, bringing back the little HD radio with mighty HD sound. New features on the Mighty Red II include Artist Experience -- cover art, artist info, and more -- onscreen ads that can be synced with audio, Live Pause, and song and ad Bookmarking. It's a great gift for clients to show them what's really possible with HD Radio. Click the headline to order now.
Get The PastBlast iPad App

Get The PastBlast iPad App

PastBlast, the new iPad app from Radio Ink is available now in the Apple App Store. Historical audio, photos, and more from every era of radio's history, with navigation through a beautiful, fully equipped retro radio studio. Click the headline to see it, or get it here.

Updated: Radio Pros Available

The economy is slowly turning around, and broadcasters are beginning to hire again. Put your name in front of the industry with a free listing in Radio Pros Available. And we'll be happy to post your aircheck or demo, or a link to your website. Click the headline to learn more.

February 7: Focus on Formats, talking respected consultants including McVay Media's Mike McVay
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Also: Tech Ink, edited by Judith Gross

Coming up in Radio Ink:
February 21: Focus on Country -- the annual CRS issue
March 7: The Urban Radio Issue/Most Influential African Americans in Radio
March 21: Radio's Best Studios and Facilities

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