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Braden Smith Joins WLFV/Richmond As PD/Afternoons 
Former WGRX/Fredericksburg, VA APD/afternooner Braden Smith (CAT 3/7) has joined Main Line's WLFV (93.1 The Wolf)/Richmond, VA as PD/afternooner. In afternoons, he replaces Johnny Mac, who has left radio. He takes PD duties over from Station Mgr./OM Bill West. "When you meet Braden, you immediately see that he loves country music and we're excited to see what the future brings for The Wolf," says West. Congratulate Smith here.
Former WGRX/Fredericksburg, VA APD/afternooner Braden Smith (CAT 3/7) has joined Main Line's WLFV (93.1 The Wolf)/Richmond, VA as PD/afternooner. In afternoons, he replaces Johnny Mac, who has left radio. He takes PD duties over from Station Mgr./OM Bill West. "When you meet Braden, you immediately see that he loves country music and we're excited to see what the future brings for The Wolf," says West. Congratulate Smith here.
Americom Launches Ten Country In Reno 
Americom flipped Triple A KOLC/Reno to Country as "Ten Country @ 97-3" Wednesday (3/5) at noon. PD Mike Bushey remains in the same capacity, and says the station name refers to "always 10 country hits in a row every time we start the music." He says the station will run jockless for a couple of months. KOLC is the third Country signal in the market, joining Cumulus' KBUL, which ranked 5th 12+ in the Fall book with a 5.0, and Wilks' KWFP, which came in 8th with a 4.2. In its second of two books as Triple A, KOLC tied for 14th with a 2.4. Listen here.
Americom flipped Triple A KOLC/Reno to Country as "Ten Country @ 97-3" Wednesday (3/5) at noon. PD Mike Bushey remains in the same capacity, and says the station name refers to "always 10 country hits in a row every time we start the music." He says the station will run jockless for a couple of months. KOLC is the third Country signal in the market, joining Cumulus' KBUL, which ranked 5th 12+ in the Fall book with a 5.0, and Wilks' KWFP, which came in 8th with a 4.2. In its second of two books as Triple A, KOLC tied for 14th with a 2.4. Listen here.
AristoMedia Adds Two Staffers 
Newcomer Sharilyn Pettus and Curb Coord./Tape Services Corey Rice have joined AristoMedia Group in the new positions of Publicist and Visual Content Specialist, respectively. "In the little time they’ve worked within the walls of the company, they’ve expressed creative ideas, executed forward-thinking projects, and proven to be assets to our team," says Pres./CEO Jeff Walker. "We are excited to be expanding our Aristo family and look forward to their contributions." Reach Pettus here and Rice here.
Newcomer Sharilyn Pettus and Curb Coord./Tape Services Corey Rice have joined AristoMedia Group in the new positions of Publicist and Visual Content Specialist, respectively. "In the little time they’ve worked within the walls of the company, they’ve expressed creative ideas, executed forward-thinking projects, and proven to be assets to our team," says Pres./CEO Jeff Walker. "We are excited to be expanding our Aristo family and look forward to their contributions." Reach Pettus here and Rice here.
Bill Mayne Extends Term With CRB/CRS 
As reported earlier via Facebook and Twitter, CRB/CRS Executive Dir. Bill Mayne has extended his term with the organization through 2019. "Under Bill's leadership, the Country Radio Seminar has experienced a true renaissance, with annual growth in attendance, sponsorship and engagement from all involved," says board President Charlie Morgan. "His tireless dedication, boundless energy, and contagious enthusiasm for CRB/CRS have driven the success we are enjoying, and we are thrilled to know Bill will continue to be our leader for the next half-decade." Adds Mayne, "I am a blessed man! To be able to work with and learn from the most united group of strong and incredibly talented core staff is humbling. Our board and its leadership are extremely focused in vision and benefits for our constituents. These two factors are not only supporting of, but empower all of our efforts to provide the absolute best and affordable experience possible for all who engage at CRS." Mayne has overseen operations since 2011. He served on the CRB board prior to that. Reach him here.
As reported earlier via Facebook and Twitter, CRB/CRS Executive Dir. Bill Mayne has extended his term with the organization through 2019. "Under Bill's leadership, the Country Radio Seminar has experienced a true renaissance, with annual growth in attendance, sponsorship and engagement from all involved," says board President Charlie Morgan. "His tireless dedication, boundless energy, and contagious enthusiasm for CRB/CRS have driven the success we are enjoying, and we are thrilled to know Bill will continue to be our leader for the next half-decade." Adds Mayne, "I am a blessed man! To be able to work with and learn from the most united group of strong and incredibly talented core staff is humbling. Our board and its leadership are extremely focused in vision and benefits for our constituents. These two factors are not only supporting of, but empower all of our efforts to provide the absolute best and affordable experience possible for all who engage at CRS." Mayne has overseen operations since 2011. He served on the CRB board prior to that. Reach him here.
Chronicle: Bobette Dudley, Kevin Mannion 
The country community is reeling after two shocking losses over the weekend. Condolences are extended to family and friends of former CMA SVP Bobette Dudley, who died Sunday (3/9) from injuries sustained in a car accident. Services are tentatively scheduled for Friday (3/14) in her home town of Lobelville, TN. Donations may be made to the Bobette Memorial Fund, c/o Bank of Perry County, Lobelville, TN 37097.
The country community is reeling after two shocking losses over the weekend. Condolences are extended to family and friends of former CMA SVP Bobette Dudley, who died Sunday (3/9) from injuries sustained in a car accident. Services are tentatively scheduled for Friday (3/14) in her home town of Lobelville, TN. Donations may be made to the Bobette Memorial Fund, c/o Bank of Perry County, Lobelville, TN 37097.
Our thoughts and prayers are also with family and friends of KSWG/Wickenburg, AZ PD Kevin Mannion, who passed away early Sunday (3/9) after being struck by a taxi in Scottsdale. Prior to joining the station in January, Mannion spent time at various Phoenix stations including Country KNIX and KMLE. Arrangement are pending. Look for remembrances of both in tonight's Country Aircheck Weekly.
