UGA’s Terry School of Business Economic Outlook Tour kicks off
The University of Georgia’s Terry School of Business 2024 Economic Outlook series kicked off last Friday in Atlanta at the Georgia Aquarium.
Each year the Selig Center for Economic Growth, a public outreach unit hosted in UGA’s Terry College, provides an economic forecast report for Georgians. The 2025 forecast shows continued job growth in Georgia, although at a slower rate than in 2024.
This is the first of six stops that the Economic Outlook Tour will make. The next will take place in Augusta on January 7, 2025.
Dan Kennedy to join 11Alive as morning weekend anchor in 2025
Beginning January 25, 2025, Dan Kennedy will be joining 11Alive as the station’s morning weekend anchor.
A graduate of University of Missouri-Columbia, Kennedy currently serves in Norfolk, VA at TEGNA’s WVEC-TV (ABC), anchoring the evening newscasts.
In a statement, 11Alive News Director, Denisha Thomas says, “We’re excited to have Dan’s passion for journalism and his dedication to delivering the news that matters most to metro Atlanta audiences.”
““I am beyond excited to join the talented team at 11Alive News and to call Atlanta home. I
look forward to connecting with the community, earning their trust, and reporting the big
stories with context and perspective,” said Kennedy.
WJCL and Dick Broadcasting partner for Teen Toy Drive
WJCL and Dick Broadcasting partner for ‘Toy for Teens’ toy drive, benefitting P.A.C.K Savannah.
P.A.C.K. is a non-profit organization that provides meals to Chatham County students suffering from food insecurity. Five years ago, the organization began its toy drive.
More than 100 teens will be receiving a gift this holiday season as a result of the drive, and donations can continue to be made! Make a donation to the organization’s Amazon Wishlist or directly through their website https://www.packsavannah.com/
Radio One Atlanta’s Christmas Angels
Radio One Atlanta’s Christmas Angels initiative shares a Christmas Angel Letter of the Hour. When a letter touches a listener’s heart, they can call in to sponsor that child’s wishlist. Radio One Atlanta’s Christmas Angels takes place in partnership with Amerigroup Community Care, Dennis Law Firm and Boost Mobile.
11Alive’s Can-a-thon 2024 collects more than 200 thousand cans
On Friday, December 6, 11Alive hosted its 42nd annual “Can-a-Thon.” The event raised nearly 200 thousand can food donations, to stock the shelves of food pantries in the Atlanta area.
The event takes place in partnership with The Salvation Army of Metro Atlanta and Publix. The final number for the day came to 238,858 cans of food, exceeding last year’s collection of 191,922 cans.
For further donations please visit https://give.salvationarmygeorgia.org/give/611193/#!/donation/checkout
FCC Chairman-designate, Brendan Carr, outlines “Media Trust Agenda”
FCC Chairman-select, Brendan Carr appeared on CNBC to discuss plans for the commission as he prepares to take over as Chairman.
A priority for Carr as he takes the helm is broadcasters operating in public interest. Radio Ink breaks down that while Carr is not interested in censorship, he does believe there is a need for the enforcement of regulations and limitations set by the FCC.
GAB Hall of Fame Class of 2025 announced
The Georgia Association of Broadcasters (GAB) has announced its Hall of Fame Class of 2025.
Georgia broadcasters to be inducted into the Hall of Fame at the ceremony in March are:
Bob Houghton, Georgia Association of Broadcasters
Pete Konenkamp, University of Georgia
Phil Scoggins, WRBL-TV
Holly Steuart, WTVM-TV
Mark Winne, WSB-TV
The event will be held in March and hosted by Hall of Fame inductee and Georgia broadcasting legend, Monica Pearson.
Cameron explains the other roles that he has held in Atlanta broadcasting makes his voice recognizable to airport patrons, in the BTS video shot with ANF.
Legislation updates
H.R. 3414 AM for Every Vehicle Act of 2023
269 Cosponsors
S.1669 AM for Every Vehicle Act of 2023
62 Cosponsors
H.R. 8449 AM for Every Vehicle Act of 2024
Headed by Reps. Frank Pallone (D-NJ) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL).
09/18/24 – House of Energy and Commerce passes bill to House floor in 45 – 2 vote
H.R.8072 – Broadcast VOICES Act
Broadcast Varied Ownership Incentives for Community Expanded Service Act
10 Cosponsors
S.4158 Broadcast VOICES Act
Broadcast Varied Ownership Incentives for Community Expanded Service Act
7 Cosponsors
