Veteran Grand Rapids rock radio personality Aris Hampers passed away February 5 at age 73. Hampers spent nearly 40 years in the format and is best known for his time at WLAV-FM, which he helped launch, in the 1970s.
The Michigan Chronicle has announced its list of 2023 Women of Excellence Nominees. Among the nominees this year is Robin Kinnie, President and CEO of Motor City Women Studios/Audio Engineers of Detroit.
WLNS-TV (Lansing) anchor Sheri Jones is one of six inductees into the 2023 class of the Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame.
Sponsors of the resolution include Michigan Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-6), Bill Huizenga (R-4), John Moolenaar (R-2) and Tim Walberg (R-5).
The customer service portal allows users to message the WDIV newsroom with questions, search a growing knowledge base of community information, and even interact with the WDIV newsroom in real time through live chats.
Blarney Stone Broadcasting (Grayling) has announced that Chad Patterson, actor, comedian, playwright, stage director, educator and the broadcast voice of Grayling High School sports, is bringing his talent to morning-drive radio with a new show on WQON (Q100).
“It’s such a great honor not only to be mentioned in the same breath with Mark Chernoff, but to receive the Mark Chernoff Award is really, really cool,” said Powers to AllAccess. “With so many great program directors across the country who are deserving of this award, I truly appreciate the recognition.”
In making the announcement, company Board Chair and Duke’s partner of 50 years, Pegge Wright said in a company press release. “Peter has worked with and learned the business of broadcasting from Duke for over 35 years. He is well respected throughout our company and is the best choice to lead Midwest to future success the way Duke wanted.”
In announcing his retirement January 25, LewAllen called WXYZ-TV the only station he ever wanted to work for in broadcasting, adding that he’s “been truly blessed to spend the majority of my career here. But the time is right for a next chapter.”
After a 47 year career in his hometown of Lansing, WFMK-FM Morning Personality Danny Stewart retired on January 31. Stewart has been with WFMK since 1991 after previous stints at WILS-AM from 1976-77 and WVIC-FM from 1977 to 1991.