O-Buy-O:
Apollo Global Management has reached an agreement to purchase a majority interest of Cox Media’s broadcast television stations, as well as radio, newspaper and TV properties in Ohio, including Country WHKO/Dayton. Cox Enterprises will maintain a minority stake and join Apollo in forming a new company to operate the stations, which will be headquartered in Atlanta. "We didn't make this decision lightly,” says Cox Enterprises Pres./CEO Alex Taylor. “Many Cox Media Group employees have been with us for the majority or all of their careers. They have shown courage and resilience as we step into a brighter, stronger future."
The Summer 2026 Print Special featuring:
Country Radio Hall
of Famers
Eric Church's Sinners @ 20
ACM Radio Winners & Carter Faith
Troy Tomlinson:
The Interview
2026 ACM Voter's Guide
A quick reference guide to the 2026 ACM Nominees
Inside This Issue:
MC-Yay At Ryman Lunch
Disruption Junction
You Look Like You Love Me
The Day Ahead