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Indiana RadioWatch
Serving Hoosier Broadcasters Since 1998
19 February 2018
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Good Morning:
IRW apologizes for missing last Thursday's issue. Your editor had a busy week, and IRW will extend your free subscription by one extra issue.
From the Reading Pile: Kentucky TV anchor was stalked by a viewer. She wants Constitution amended to protect victims.
From the Reading Pile: Comment dates set on national TV ownership caps - Can and should the FCC amend the 39% audience cap?
Later this week, we'll have several people moves, news on a possible FM station sale (if it happens), and the upcoming arrival of a new local TV evening news anchor.
Northeast
Adams Radio Group has two translators that simulcast HD signals from their CHR/WJFX (107.9fm, New Haven). One of those is "B96.9" (W245CA) which simulcasts the HD3 signal of "Hot 107.9". B96.9 recently dropped Tom Joyner in mornings and added Steve Harvey (Monday through Saturday from 6am until 10am).
Northwest
Star City Broadcasting's CHR/WAZY (96.5fm, Lafayette) welcomes PD Jared Boomer. Mr. Boomer graduated from the University of Indianapolis, and last worked for Reising Radio Partners' in Columbus. Back at "Z96.5," Mr. Boomer also hosts mornings ("Breakfast with Boomer" from 6am until 10am).
Central
Anthony Schoettle at The Indianapolis Business Journal profiles Scripps' ABC affiliate/WRTV-TV (Channel 6, Indianapolis) new GM Lana Durban Scott.
In October 2016, IRW wrote about former Emmis Communications digital content manager Kristine Esser Slentz filing a lawsuit against Emmis, alleging sexual harassment.
Earlier this month, Emmis prevailed in that lawsuit. A court determined that Ms. Slentz “has failed to demonstrate that the alleged harassment was severe or pervasive enough to rise to the level of a hostile work environment.”
Chief Judge Jane Magnus-Stinson continued by saying that while such language is not appropriate in the workplace, Slentz “has not provided the necessary foundation evidence to establish a hearsay exception or the independent veracity of these claims. Because this evidence is impermissible hearsay, it cannot be considered to substantiate Ms. Slentz’s claims and cannot be considered by the Court in its analysis.”
Thomas “Tom” Allebrandi died last Monday at the age of 90. Mr. Allebrandi belonged to the SBE and worked in broadcasting throughout his entire career, which included over 40 years at IMS and for the Indy Racing League. Mr. Allebrandi owned WART-FM (98.3fm) in Plainfield. Mr. Allebrandi also served for over 35 years as Chief Engineer for Carmel/Clay School's WHJE (91.3fm, Carmel).
Southeast
Where Are They Now? Former Alpha Media/Louisville Director of Urban Programming Phillip David March becomes PD at WUHT in Birmingham, Alabama. The Alpha Media/Louisville cluster includes Urban/WGZB (96.5fm, Lanesville).
This Week in Indiana Radio History
Sign-on dates seem to be a prickly matter, subject to great debate, and mostly impossible to confirm. If there's something we need to add to the "calendar," please let us know. Please e-mail us if you have updated information.
February 18: In 1992, WOWO's legendary host Jack Underwood dies. Age 66. It's also your editor's birthday.
February 19: In 2010, WBZQ (1300am, Huntington) and WLZQ (101.1fm, South Whitley) owner Chris Larko dies. Age 52. In 2002, Dick Rice dies. Age 75. Mr. Rice worked for Fort Wayne's WOWO, and Indianapolis' WFYI-FM (Classical Music Director), WICR-FM and WSYW(AM).
February 20: In 2009, Bishop Levi E. Willis, Sr. dies. Age 79. Bishop Willis owned several radio stations around the country, including WWCA (1270am, Gary). In 2015, Warren "Doc" Arnett dies. Age 93. Doc Arnett served as Chief Engineer for WBAT Radio for 54 years. In 1988, he helped put WCJC-FM on the air.
February 21: In 2008, JP Engelbrecht became CEO of South Central Communications. Mr. Engelbrecht's father (John D.) continued as Chairman of the Board and President. JP had been the VP/COO of the Evansville-based company since 2002, when he was age 22. South Central Communications owned five Evansville radio stations.
February 22: In 2000, Leslie Goodaker, CE of Owensboro's WOMI(AM) dies. Age 90.
February 23: In 1961, 93.7fm in Seymour signs on as WJCD-FM. It's now on 93.9fm, licensed to Sellersburg, and it's WLCL. In 1992, WEVV-TV (Channel 44, Evansville) debuts local news. In 1999, former WIFE DJ Joe Hager ("Mutha Bear") dies. Age 54. In 2002, WFMS afternoon host Kevin Tincher (C.K. Webb/"The Duck Man") dies. Age 38.
February 24: In 1949, 1230am, Logansport signs on as WSAL, and remains so today. In 2014, Adams Radio Group announces the $2.9 million purchase of Summit City Radio Group and the $3.5 million purchase of Oasis Radio Group in Fort Wayne.
Employment Opportunities
Z96-5 WAZY, a heritage Top 40 station in Lafayette, Indiana and Star City Broadcasting are looking for a full-time Assistant Program Director/Afternoon Drive Host. Duties include:
Hosting an afternoon drive shift live every weekday.
Producing/updating imaging, promos, and liners for use on the station.
Working promotional events and remotes as needed.
Helping with music scheduling as needed.
Updating the station’s website and posting on our various social media platforms.
Helping develop promotions/contests for the station.
RCS Selector, Adobe Audition, and AudioVAULT experience is a plus! Females and minorities are also encouraged to apply. Please send your resume, on-air demo, a production sample, and ratings history (if applicable) to Boomer@wazy.com No phone calls please.
Star City Broadcasting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
That's all for this issue. Thank you for your continued support.
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