Radio

WFBQ parent axes 'Bob & Tom' producer

July 9, 2010
Scott Olson
Programming executive and producer Marty Bender was let go from the popular radio show in apparent budget-cutting move.
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Radio warrior Amos Brown's style boosts ratings, influence

July 3, 2010
Anthony Schoettle
The WTLC-AM 1310 personality's penchant for asking tough questions has made him one of Indianapolis’ most influential community activists and made his daily radio show—“Afternoons with Amos”—one of the city’s most popular talk shows.
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Suitor extends tender offer for Emmis

June 24, 2010
Associated Press
JS Acquisition Inc., a company owned by Emmis Communications CEO Jeffrey Smulyan, extended its buyout offer to July 30.
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JMV already boosting The Fan's ad revenue

June 15, 2010
Anthony Schoettle
Even before ratings arrive, WFNI-AM 1070 officials said they have signed two major advertisers this month due to the recent hire of new afternoon host JMV.
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Local Hispanic newscaster launching radio show

June 9, 2010
Scott Olson
Marco Dominguez turns to WNTS-AM 1590 after the Hispanic daily television news program he launched last year folded.
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UPDATE: Lawsuits could still go forward, despite Emmis deal

May 26, 2010
Scott Olson
Company shareholders challenging the transaction to sell Emmis Communications Corp. still could be awarded damages despite the board's decision to OK the deal, lawyer says.
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Sports talk host JMV lands at Emmis station

May 24, 2010
Kathleen McLaughlin
JMV's new show, "The Ride," will run weekdays from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m starting Monday.
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Shareholders sue to block deal to take Emmis private

May 14, 2010
J.K. Wall
The lawsuits, filed in Marion Superior Court, say board members have breached fiduciary duties by making no recommendation on deal that, they say, will enrich Chairman Jeff Smulyan at the expense of minority shareholders.
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Future of Brizzi radio show up in the air

April 19, 2010
Scott Olson
Marion County prosecutor Carl Brizzi has not hosted "Crime Watch" on WIBC in three weeks, due to a scheduled break. But station officials want him to address accusations on air if he is to continue the show.
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Columnist Kravitz dropped from radio show

March 16, 2010
Scott Olson
Sports columnist Bob Kravitz made his final appearance on The Fan's afternoon radio show on Monday. Emmis Communications Corp. executives said the decision was based, in part, on the show's "financial performance."
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On-air roster changes afoot at Emmis stations

March 12, 2010
Scott Olson
Emmis Communications Corp. is shuffling several prominent on-air personalities at its Indianapolis radio stations' beginning Monday.The moves involve Big Joe Staysniak and Steve Simpson of WIBC, Ed Wenck of WLHK and Dan Dakich of WFNI.
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New electronic radio ratings system rattling nervesRestricted Content

February 20, 2010
Anthony Schoettle
Local radio operators are bracing for a potential ratings shake-up. The introduction of Arbitron Co.'s Portable People Meter in the Indianapolis market this summer is expected to tighten the ratings race and could dramatically affect how much advertisers are willing to pay for radio spots.
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State funding cuts a setback for public stations

February 19, 2010
Scott Olson
The state's eight public television and radio stations, including WFYI in Indianapolis, will not receive their final two installments of public funding for fiscal 2010 because of Indiana's budget crisis.
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Hungarian court's decision favors Emmis

January 19, 2010
The court on Tuesday ruled in favor of Emmis in its bid to get a popular radio station it operates in Hungary back on the air.
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Q95 fires 'Mad Dog' Matis

January 13, 2010
Anthony Schoettle
An employee of WFBQ-FM 94.7 since 1986, popular radio personality Jimmy "Mad Dog" Matis has been dismissed.
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Patrick's return may reshuffle sports-talk ad spendingRestricted Content

January 9, 2010
Anthony Schoettle
Local advertisers and media buyers said they’ll keep a close eye on the first half of 2010 to see how Patrick, who launched his show Jan. 4, matches up against WFNI-AM 1070’s afternoon drive time show.
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Emmis 3Q revenue declines, but company still posts profit

January 8, 2010
Anthony Schoettle
Indianapolis-based Emmis Communications Corp. reported lower revenue during its fiscal third quarter, but still managed a small profit.
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Hungarian court decision could favor Emmis station

January 6, 2010
A Hungary radio station operated by Emmis until late last year might broadcast again following a court decision.
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Mark Patrick hired by WNDE to replace JMV

December 29, 2009
Anthony Schoettle
Mark Patrick has been hired to replace JMV as the afternoon drive-time host on sports-talk station WNDE-AM 1260, heating up the battle with cross-town rival WFNI-AM 1070.
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Radio station WNTR-FM launches interactive format

December 29, 2009
Anthony Schoettle
WNTR-FM 107.9 has scrapped "The Track" format and tries new approach with an emphasis on listener requests.
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Smulyan signs new contract to lead Emmis

December 21, 2009
Anthony Schoettle
Jeff Smulyan agrees to terms on a new three-year contract to lead Emmis. Signing and performance bonuses could lead to big pay raise.
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Radio giant Citadel files for bankruptcy protection

December 21, 2009
 IBJ Staff and Associated Press
Las Vegas-based Citadel Broadcasting, which owns three radio stations in Indiana, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Sunday in an effort to restructure its hefty debt load.
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Emmis loses license to operate Hungarian station

November 19, 2009
Hungarian officials took off the air Wednesday a national radio station operated by Emmis Communications Inc. and awarded the license to one of the country’s political parties.
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Bob & Tom keep Q95 on a roll even as classic-rock format shows age

November 14, 2009
Anthony Schoettle
Q95's Tom Griswold and Bob Kevoian have maintained their lofty ratings, keeping the Clear Channel Radio station near the top of the Indianapolis radio market.
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Format change likely in offing for 107.9 FM

November 13, 2009
Scott Olson
Local radio station WNTR-FM 107.9, known as The Track, has dismissed four staff members and started playing holiday music in what observers say is likely leading to a format change.
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