Texas Radio Hall of Fame nominations 2013

The Texas Radio Hall of Fame, an organization dedicated to the recognition of the giants and greats of Texas radio, has announced its inductees for 2013.

Jim Ray

Gary Allyn

Dusty Black

Clint Culp

Ted Carson

Jonathan Hayes

Steve Eberhart

Madd Hatta

Chuck Joseph

Martha Martinez

Don Peterson

Jack Pieper

Alan Peck & Penny Reeves

Eliza Sonneland

Andy Waldrop

Texas Radio Hall of Fame Hall “Hall of Honor” awards are given to those who have made a significant impact on our industry, this organization, their community and fellow broadcasters. Many Hall of Honor recipients go on to be inductees.

 Texas Radio Hall of Fame recognizes long time East Texas personality and Program Director Dave Moreland…The man who brought METAL to the Alamo City, Joe Anthony… “Outlaw” Dave Andrews from Houston’s KLOL and KPRC…Dallas based personality Mike Wade, who ‘campaigned, with CLASS’-and finally two top-flight General Managers, Ben Downs of WTAW/KZNE/KNDE in College Station, and Larry Gunter long time GM of KYKS “Kicks Our event is dedicated to the late Sam Pate, Dallas/Ft. Worth Radio News Journalist-who was the first to alert the world: “There’s something wrong in the motorcade” 50 years ago this November.

Is there something better than winning an award? Yes, there is. BEING one. The Texas Radio Hall of Fame recognizes the accomplishments of “A Girl Named SAM” –who blazed trails in an industry that was most certainly a man’s world for the first 50 years. This is the first time in the history of our organization that we have ever had a ‘named’ honor-we feel it is fitting for Mary “SAM” Stoddard, and the leading ladies in radio who will receive it. Join me in congratulating the first recipient: J.C. Webster!

The Texas Radio Hall of Fame induction celebration will be held in Dallas-this November. More information can be found at www.trhof.net

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(This post taken from a release sent to me by The Texas Radio Hall of Fame)

Houston-area DJs honored in Country Radio Hall Of Fame class of 2025

The Country Radio Hall of Fame Class of 2025 was announced today during CRS Honors at CRS 2025, and we have some Houston-area inductees on the list!

Rowdy Yates (Houston), Mary McCoy (Huntsville), and Big D & Bubba are in the On-Air Personality category. 

ROWDY YATES

Joshua C. Holstead, known to radio listeners as Rowdy Yates, is an award-winning country radio personality who spent nearly two decades as the afternoon host on Houston’s 100.3 KILT-FM.

Holstead currently hosts "The Original Country Gold with Rowdy Yates," a syndicated show airing in over 120 U.S. markets. He also oversees the country programming for RFC Media’s Suite Radio, a 24/7 format service based in Houston, with duties including "The Rowdy Ride Home."

Throughout his career, Holstead has served as a personality, promotions director, and program director in various markets, including Dallas/Ft. Worth, Bryan/College Station, and small Texas towns like Brady and Bridgeport. His start in radio at age 15 at 1440 AM KDNT Denton led to a career at stations such as 95.7 KIKK Houston, 98.5 KVOO Tulsa, and 101.9 The Twister KTST. 

His industry accolades include the Best Personality/Show award from the Country Radio Broadcasters (CRB) and Country Aircheck Readers in 2014. In 2013, he was named Personality of the Year by the Academy of Country Music. 

A longtime leader in the Texas Radio Hall of Fame, Holstead was its Executive Director from 2014 onward before being named Director Emeritus in 2021. Previously, he served as Operations Manager of the Hall.

Inducted into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame in 2008 at age 38, he remains the youngest-ever inductee. A true “radio baby,” he is the youngest son of Joe Holstead, known as the “dean of Texas radio news.”

 MARY MCCOY

Mary McCoy has been on the air for over 73 years, many of them at K-Star Country 99.7 FM KVST Huntsville, where she co-hosts with Larry Galla from 10 a.m. to noon.

A 2010 inductee of the Texas Radio Hall of Fame, McCoy was recently honored as part of the 2024 Radio Hall of Fame induction class.

In 2023, Guinness World Records recognized her for having the longest career as a female radio presenter.

McCoy began her radio journey in 1951 at KMCO-AM, later working at KIKR before joining KVST.

Beyond radio, she was also a singer and guitarist who shared the stage with legends like Elvis Presley and Jim Reeves. In 1960, she released her first record, Deep Elem Blues.

Ginny “Rogers” Brophey, Clay Hunnicutt, and Gregg Swedberg are in the Radio category.

The Country Radio Hall of Fame Induction and Dinner will be held on Monday, July 21, 2025, at the Virgin Hotel Nashville. 

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Roula Christie and Steve Harmon, To Be Inducted Into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame Class of 2022

 Roula Christie Hosts “The Roula & Ryan Show” on Cumulus Media’s 104.1 KRBE-FM as well as “Weekends with Roula,” Syndicated Nationally Through Cumulus Media’s Westwood One

Steve Harmon, Host of the Morning Show on Westwood One’s 24/7 Mainstream Country Network, is Honored for Former Role with Famed Duo “Harmon & Evans” on Cumulus Media’s KPLX-Dallas

HOUSTON, TX, and NEW YORK, NY – AUGUST 5, 2022 — Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) today announced that popular radio personality Roula Christie, host of “The Roula & Ryan Show” on Cumulus Houston’s 104.1 KRBE-FM and host of the Westwood One nationally syndicated weekend radio program, “Weekends With Roula,” and Steve Harmon, morning show host on Westwood One’s 24/7 Mainstream Country Network, are among 20 Texas broadcast professionals named to the Texas Radio Hall of Fame Class of 2022. 

The honorees will be officially inducted into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at the Texas Museum of Broadcasting and Communications in Kilgore, TX. The new inductees were selected by voting members of the Texas Radio Hall of Fame. 

Roula is on-air host of “The Roula & Ryan Show,” one of the most-listened-to morning shows in Texas, and has been a Houston radio fixture since 2003. 

She also hosts Westwood One’s nationally syndicated “Weekends with Roula,” a three-hour-long weekend radio show which airs weekly on more than 60 U.S. radio stations and originates from 104.1 KRBE-FM. 

Roula earned a Gracie Award from the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation for Weekend Host/Personality (Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial), recognizing her for her work on “Weekends with Roula” and another for “The Roula & Ryan Show.” 

Roula’s radio shows are upbeat and motivational, as she helps listeners find fun in the madness of juggling work and family. She also mixes pop culture and entertainment news with hilarious conversations between her kids and her mom. 

Roula is a native Houstonian. 

Harmon is morning host on Westwood One’s Mainstream Country, the largest and most popular 24-hour music network in America. He will be inducted into the 2022 Texas Radio Hall of Fame as part of the duo “Harmon & Evans,” who broadcast together and achieved great ratings success and garnered many industry awards while at KPLX-Dallas. In addition to being inducted into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame, Harmon has won a CMA Award for Air Personality of the Year, been named Billboard Magazine Personality of the Year three times, earned recognition from the American Women in Radio and TV as Personality of the Year, and has also been nominated nine times for ACM Major Market Personality of the Year. In 2020, Harmon won the International Voice Tracker of the Year Award.  

The annual Texas Radio Hall of Fame reunion and induction weekend is open to the public. For more information and for a complete list of inductees, visit: https://www.trhof.net/. 

(This post was taken from a Cumulus press release)

KTSU 90.9FM, Texas Radio Hall of Fame salute pioneers of Texas Black radio

HOUSTON, TEXAS (February 1, 2022) — In celebration of Black History Month and in continuing tribute to KTSU’s ‘Journey to 50’ celebration, 90.9 The Choice will air a series of audio vignettes spotlighting the people who first brought music, news, and commentary to Black audiences in Texas.

 These episodes, researched by and co-branded with the Texas Radio Hall of Fame, will be produced under the supervision of KTSU program director Donna Franklin. 

The 60-second features will air on KTSU-FM beginning February 6, 2022 and will be voiced by The VIBE Houston content director The Madd Hatta, a 2013 Texas Radio Hall of Fame inductee.

“Each year, Black History Month gives us the opportunity to remember significant contributors to the growth of our community and the strength of Black culture, “said KTSU general manager Ernest Walker. “With the advent of Black-owned and operated radio stations in the mid-20th century, the voices and music that inspired and entertained Black citizens were woven into the fabric of everyday life. That’s the role that KTSU-FM continues to play to this day.”

KTSU’s Donna Franklin shares Walker’s enthusiasm for the project and looks forward to personally overseeing the creation of this on-air salute. 

“These broadcast pioneers, whose vision, resources, and talent made radio tailored to Black audiences and Black businesses a reality, are most deserving of this recognition. The people ‘behind the mic’ as well as those who ‘wrote the checks’ were both brave and resolute. These are the stories we’re going to share.”

The Texas Radio Hall of Fame celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2022 and enjoys a strategic alliance with the Texas Museum of Broadcasting and Communications in Kilgore, Texas.

 In addition to The Madd Hatta, Ralph Cooper and Muriel Funches, executive director of advancement with the Jesse H. Jones School of Business at Texas Southern University, are Texas Radio Hall of Fame inductees.  

Support for the initiatives of KTSU and the Texas Radio Hall of Fame is provided by Amber Mostyn, co-founder of Mostyn Law.

(This post was taken from a release)

Texas Radio Hall of Fame for 2014 inductees

Texas radio greats to be honored in hall of fame ceremony

The Texas Radio Hall of Fame, an organization dedicated to honoring the greats in Texas radio, has a big announcement.

The voting members have spoken, the Board of Directors have approved, and its Chairman Bud Buschardt has affirmed the following individuals as the newest Inductees to the Texas Radio Hall of Fame for 2014.

Vandy Anderson-Galveston
Dave Moreland-Tyler
Johnny Chiang-Houston
Tom Allen-Austin
Outlaw Dave Andrews-Houston
Brent Clanton-Houston
Jose Jaime Garcia-Austin
John Hiatt-Houston
Jerry King-San Antonio
John Lander-Houston
Chet Maxwell-Dallas
Mike Wade-Dallas
Mike Rhyner-Dallas
Walter Hammock-Houston
Rio and Reyes-San Antonio
Irene Runnels-Dallas *SAMMY* Award Recipient for Trailblazing Female in the Industry

The Texas Radio Hall of Fame induction celebration and ceremony will be held in Galveston, Texas at the Hotel Galvez on November 1st at 12pm. As mentioned on this blog before, the program will be dedicated to the life and work of broadcasting pioneer Bill Young.

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Texas Radio Hall of Fame launches scholarship program

The Texas Radio Hall of Fame (TRHOF) will award seven (7) individual grants of $1,000 each to Texas students pursuing a course of study related to broadcasting. 

The winners will be honored at a luncheon on May 19, 2022 in the Performance Centre of Houston’s Ensemble Theatre.

Eligible students must be currently enrolled in a Texas college, university, art/trade institute, or community college, and participating in classes that would support a career in broadcasting.

Applications must be made through the TRHOF website at www.TRHOF.net before Midnight Central Time on Thursday, April 28, 2022.

The seven named grants include The Dan D. Acree Texas Radio Hall of Fame Scholarship, The Audacy-Texas Scholarship, The Cox Media Group Scholarship, The Harold Gunn Texas Radio Hall of Fame scholarship, IHeartMedia’s The Beat/Black Information Network Scholarship, The KTSU 90.9 The Choice Scholarship and Mostyn Law’s Power of Radio Scholarship.

“It’s significant to note that three of our scholarships are underwritten by major broadcast groups and a fourth by an individual radio station, “observes TRHOF Executive Director Doug Harris.” An additional two are provided by TRHOF board members, and another by a law firm who makes extensive use of radio and its personalities in its advertising. For radio to shine, we need to find and support its future stars.”

(This post was taken from a release sent to me by the Texas Radio Hall of Fame)

2022 Texas Radio Hall of Fame nominees

The Texas Radio Hall of Fame (TRHOF) has released the names of the fifty (50) nominees for its 2022 Induction Class. 

UPDATE AUGUST 2022
2022 Texas Radio Hall of Fame inductees list

The voting portal will open at Noon CST on Wednesday, July 20th accessible to voting members via www.TRHOF.net through Friday, July 30th.

“We’ve been continually working to refine, streamline, and demystify the nomination and voting process” observes TRHOF Executive Director Doug Harris, “and this rollout represents a major step forward. We are fortunate to have a group of outstanding broadcasters for our voting members to consider and, for the first time, biographical information on the nominees.”

Over 200 broadcast professionals with ties to Texas radio were nominated for consideration by the TRHOF Review Committee, which reached a consensus on the final fifty. Voting members of the TRHOF will now determine the twenty individuals who will be honored in the TRHOF’s Annual Induction Ceremony at the Texas Museum of Broadcasting and Communications in Kilgore, TX.

“This slate of nominees spotlights the talent on both sides of the mic,” says Harris. “From the tower to the board to the conference room, this list of nominees touches every aspect of Texas radio. We have small town and major market representation that connects to a variety of formats and showcases virtually every position of service in the broadcast world.”

Selection of the 2022 Induction Class is the latest organizational milestone in a year that has, so far, included the TRHOF’s monthlong salute to the Pioneers of Black Radio and the launch of its inaugural scholarship program. The commemoration of the TRHOF’s 20th anniversary will reach its zenith during the organization’s Annual Induction and Reunion Weekend, November 4-5,

2022, at the Texas Museum of Broadcasting and Communications in Kilgore, Texas. Information on becoming a TRHOF voting member is available on the organization’s website and interested parties may still join—and vote—in this year’s selection.

TEXAS RADIO HALL OF FAME 2022 NOMINEES-FINAL LIST

1. Debbie Alcocer (KBFM, KZZY, KISS, KKZN, KZPS, KOAI, ABC Radio Networks, KVIL)

2. Roger Allen (KONO, KAJA, KTSA, KLLS, KITY, KSMG, KTFM)

3. Joe "The Godfather" Anthony (Yanuzzi) (KMAC, KISS, KESI, KSAQ, Z-ROCK ABC Network)

4. Albert Calvo (KUKA, KVAR, KMFM, KLVL, KQQK, KSAH)

5. Roula Christie (KHMX/KRBE)

6. James “Moby” Carney (KLOL/KSRR/KEGL)

7. Steve Coffman (KAFM, KZEP, KFAN, KENS)

8. Raoul Cortez (KCOR/The Sombrero Network)

9. Manuel D’avila, Sr. (Founder of Tejano Radio KEDA, KBOP, KESS, KIWW, KEXX, KUKA, KCCT & KBSO)

10. Dave Dillon (KODA)

11. Dean and Rog/Dean Myers and Roger Beaty (KKRW/KGLK)

12. Kandi Eastman (KMJQ)

13. Bob Ford (KZFX; KLOL; KSRR; KAUM; KXYZ, KILE)

14. Mary Lanoue -Gers (KISS, KSMG, KCYY, KONO, KKYX)

15. JD "Bo Leo" Gonzalez (KXTN/KBFM)

16. Harmon and Evans (KPLX)

17. Gladys Hill, aka KYOK's original Dizzy Lizzy, aka Gladys "Gee Gee" Hill (KYOK/KCOH/KZEY)

18. Stan Kelly (KTSA, KLLS, KSMG, KLUP, WOAI, KONO)

19. Lisle and Hahn/John Lisle & Steve Hahn (KISS)

20. “Uncle Funky” Larry Jones (KMJQ/KHJZ)

21. Pam Kelly (KLOL, KSBJ, KILT, KHPT, RFC Media)

22. Laurie Kendrick (KLOL)

23. Mark Masepohl (KTRH/KISS/KLNO)

24. Eddie Martiny (IHeart Houston Region President: KTRH, KPRC, KXYZ, KTBZ, KODA, KQBT)

25. Pam McKay (KASE/KMJQ/Urban One)

26. “The Musers”/George Dunham, Craig Miller, and Gordon Keith (KTCK)

27. George Henry Nelson, aka Brother George Nelson Sr. (KTRH, KYOK, KTSU)

28. John “The Lama” Oakes (KWTX)

29. Mona Parker (KKYX, KIUN, KCOR, KBOP)

30. Dave "Stone" Pinkstone (KSEL, KDAV, KPEP, KZIP)

31. Joe Pogge (KHMX/KILT/KKBQ)

32. David Ranken (KRLD, KLUV, KVIL, KODA, KILT, KSBJ, KLTR, Metro Traffic, Texas State Network)

33. Kelli Raspberry (KHKS)

34. Tom Richards (KRTS/KLEF)

35. Claude "Rick" Roberts (KYOK/KTSU)

36. Rod Ryan (KTBZ)

37. Bill Schoening (KVET/KSAM University of Texas Sports Play by Play)

38. Cindy Scull (KEGL)

39. Clifton "King Bee" Smith (KNUZ/KCOH/KPRC)

40. Ted Stecker (KAJA, KHYS, KSCS, KTYS)

41. Gary B. Stone (KXOL/KIKK/Spanish Broadcasting System Regional Manager)

42. H.F. Stone (KKDA/KMJQ)

43. Hannah Storm (KSRR/C-101 Corpus)

44. Bobby Swinson (KCLW)

45. Bart Taylor (KXYZ, KRLY, KSRR, KLOL, WCKW, XM Satellite Radio)

46. Terri Thomas (KBXX/KMJQ/KROI)

47. Maria Todd (KRBE/KHMX)

48. John Trapane (KILT/KIKK/KKBQ/EMI Records)

49. Dana Tyson (KODA)

50. James White (KYOK KPRC KTRH KMJQ)

Texas Radio Hall of Fame names 5 Lonestar legacies as voting opens for 2025 induction class

Voting members to select twenty from field of fifty nominees starting July 24th

 (Houston, TX) July 24, 2025: The Texas Radio Hall of Fame (TRHOF) has released the names of the fifty (50) nominees for its 2025 Induction Class. The voting portal will be open and accessible to voting members via www.TRHOF.net through midnight on Thursday, August 7, 2025.

- Texas Radio Hall of Fame 2024 induction ceremony recap

As a prelude to the final balloting, the TRHOF has identified five (5) broadcast legends who will be concurrently inducted as Lonestar Legacies in a new category designed to honor the achievements of broadcasters who have passed away.

TRHOF Executive Director Doug Harris notes the importance of this recognition and the challenge of keeping the names of these remarkable broadcasters fresh in the minds of its members.

“With the passing of each year,” observes Harris, “the voting membership’s familiarity with some of the most accomplished and influential figures in Texas Radio history, fades a bit more. Our Lonestar Legacies, selected by an ad hoc committee of TRHOF board members and advisors from our 2025 submissions, have earned their rightful place on the diadem of our Hall of Fame crown.”

The 2025 Lonestar Legacy inductees are:

Alberto Alegre Calvo

Randy Lemmon

Gary Mason (Aycock)

Susan O’Donnell

Tom Perryman

Voting members will still have the opportunity to select twenty (20) additional 2025 inductees by reviewing their names, bios, and photos through the voting portal on the TRHOF website.

This year, over160 broadcast professionals with ties to Texas radio were nominated for consideration by the TRHOF’s Internal Review Committee, who independently made their recommendations on the final fifty. Voting members of the TRHOF will now determine the twenty individuals who will be honored on November 1, 2025, during the TRHOF’s Annual Induction Ceremony at the Texas Broadcast Museum in Kilgore, TX. 

The finalists eligible for consideration are, in alphabetical order:

John Breland

Raul Brindis

John Butler

Bill Coates

Steve Coffman

Chuck Conrad

Jay Cresswell

Diane Day

Kevin Dorsey

Paris Eley

Jason & Jan Fritz

John Frost

Steven “Rex” Gabriel

Bruce Gilbert

Clay/Gishelle Gish

Mark Grubbs

Henrietta Hernandez

Jay Howard

Joe Izbrand

JoJo & Patches

Chris Kelley

Terry King

Bob Lewis aka “Tumbleweed Smith”

Gentry “Ace” Little

Harrold Mann

Jeff McClain

Donnie Meals

John “The Lama” Oakes

Curtis Pierce Jr.

Brian Purdy

Jerry “The Car Pro” Reynolds

Tom Richards

Chrissie Roberts

Ken Roberts

Mike Roberts

Woody Roberts

Steve Robison

JD Rose

Ken Rush

Rod Ryan

Nathan Safir

Gary Saunders

Ray Schilens

Dr. J. Thomas Smith

William “Chilly Bill” Smith

Dave South

Starlene Stringer

Rudy Trevino

Tom Tynan

Gary “Blue Eyes” Walker

“Once again, we have an impressive slate of nominees, spotlighting the depth and breadth of Texas Radio talent,” says Harris. “From the tower to the studio to the conference room, this list embraces a variety of markets and formats with virtually every position of service in the broadcast world represented.” 

Details of the TRHOF’s annual Radio Reunion and Induction weekend are available on the organization’s website, along with information on becoming a voting member. Interested parties may still join—and vote—in this year’s selection.

(This post was taken from a release sent to me by the TRHOF)

Houston-based RFC Media Proud of its 3 New Inductees into The Texas Radio Hall of Fame

 

Longtime Houston radio hosts Pam Kelly, Laurie Kendrick and Maria Todd have been elected to the Texas Radio Hall of Fame’s class of 2022, the latest members of Houston-based RFC Media’s talent roster to be inducted.

Maria Todd has brought her larger-than-life electric personality to every studio she has entered for over three decades and now co-hosts a syndicated morning radio show for RFC Media. 

Laurie Kendrick is an American humorist, writer, news director and creative force for 30 years in the funniest of radio. 

Pam Kelly makes that studio on-air light glow a little brighter each time she cracks the mic, with 3 decades of cross-format expertise ranging from legendary KLOL to Alt Rock, Country and Christian.

All three remarkable talents will now be recognized by the Texas Radio Hall of Fame.

These three new inductees join a distinguished list of RFC Media’s six other notable Hall of Fame members, including Donna McKenzie, Rowdy Yates, Pat Fant, Outlaw Dave Andrews, Dan Gallo and Ed Chandler. 

“RFC is very proud of these three accomplished professionals and their contributions to radio in Texas,” said Fant, Chief Operating Officer of RFC. 

“In taking their place with other RFC talent in the Hall, they are underscoring the unique role that RFC plays in radio syndication, music and entertainment, and within the new audio landscape for corporate communications.”

This year’s induction ceremony will be held on November 5th at the Texas Museum of Broadcasting and Communications in Kilgore. 

About RFC Media

RFC Media LLC is the leading developer and publisher of custom produced, content-rich, digital radio channels for brands, events and ideas. Our staff of radio luminaries artfully design and host a full line of on-purpose audio streams that build community and deepen relationships among fans.  RFC Media’s original content lends flair to any brand story and becomes an immersive customer experience that is way more active and alive than legacy social media alone.  On behalf of its clients, RFC Media/SuiteRadio award-winning presenters have created some of the most influential radio experiences of our time, like NASA’s Third Rock Radio. The company also serves broadcasters nationwide with 24/7 on-air programming. For further information, visit www.rfcmedia.com.

(This post was taken from a release sent to me by RFC Media)

Watch SOLD OUT Texas Radio Hall of Fame induction live

The Texas Radio Hall of Fame (TRHOF) will partner with PickleJar, the new interactive, social payment app, to bring the excitement and pageantry of the Hall of Fame’s annual induction ceremony to audiences across the country and around the world live from Kilgore’s Texas Museum of Broadcasting and Communications on November 6, 2021.

The event, which begins at noon on Saturday, November 6th from the Texas Museum of Broadcasting and Communications in Kilgore, Texas, will feature the induction of twenty new broadcast professionals in a two-hour presentation combining video and live acceptance speeches by those being honored.

While the ticketed, onsite event is sold out, viewers can experience the program exclusively and in real time through the PickleJar+ Channel available on Amazon Fire, AppleTV, ROKU, and Google Play. Audience viewers can also donate to the TRHOF through the PickleJar IOS app.

TRHOF Executive Director Doug Harris says the alliance with Pickle Jar will bring the Hall of Fame’s mission and message to more people in more places than ever before. “When we first learned of Pickle Jar’s revolutionary way of connecting fans and bands”, says Harris, “we were intrigued by its application to our needs. Judy Lakin, PickleJar Board Member, was able to connect the dots for us and bring this historic broadcast to life for our inductees and their families and fans”.

“We are honored to be part of the celebration of these special Texas Broadcasters who have impacted so many lives over the years,” said Jeff James, chief executive officer of PickleJar. “The event is a tribute to the innovation and forward-thinking creativity inspired by those who have carried our industry into the era to make PickleJar a possibility. For that, we are grateful.”

Founded on the idea that artists should have full control over the profitability of their creative talents, PickleJar is a suite of Artist-First technologies developed with a simple idea – “help others achieve the greatest value for their creative talents and visionary pursuits”. The newly launched PickleJar+ is the premier destination for live music from venues across the U.S. and beyond. Featuring up-and-coming artists and established powerhouse acts, PickleJar+ showcases the power and energy of live music. With live events and on-demand concerts, PickleJar+ provides a special look into the world of #ArtistFirst to support local musicians. Most importantly, artists receive 100% of funds tipped by fans.

To learn more about the PickleJar app, including creating an account, check out: https://picklejar.com/join-now/ 

(This post taken from a release sent to me by The Texas Radio Hall of Fame (TRHOF))

Texas Radio Hall of Fame awards scholarships

Lanny Griffith, Neal Talmadge, Marc Sherman, Brian Shannon, Josh Holstead, Ronnie Renfro, Grego, Madd Hatta, Doug Harris - Front Row Caroline Devine and Harold Gunn (Photo credit: Thuy Tran)

(Houston, TX) May 25, 2022: The Texas Radio Hall of Fame (TRHOF) has awarded individual grants of $1,000 each to eight Texas students pursuing collegiate courses of study related to broadcasting. The honorees and underwriters of the THROF’s inaugural scholarship program were feted on May 19th in the Performance Centre of Houston’s Ensemble Theatre, during a luncheon sponsored by Amber Mostyn and Mostyn Law.

“We’re halfway through our 20th anniversary celebration, “observes TRHOF Executive Director Doug Harris,” and we’ve notched another important milestone. Any plan for the future of broadcasting must include the training and education of the next generation of hall of famers and we’re looking forward to finding and saluting worthy candidates for years to come.”

Luncheon guests included eleven Texas Radio Hall of Famers, including emcee Madd Hatta, along with representatives of Audacy, Cox Media Group, IHeartMedia, Urban One, and KTSU-FM.

The scholarship recipients and their underwriters are as follows:

Mario Salazar-The Dan D. Acree Texas Radio Hall of Fame Scholarship

Malone Graham-The Audacy-Texas Scholarship

Arianna Xavier-The Cox Media Group Scholarship

Duncan Harmon—The Mike Edmonds Sports Journalism Scholarship

Alexander Weister-Harold Gunn Texas Radio Hall of Fame scholarship

Roy Jimenez-iHeartMedia’sThe Beat/Black Information Network Scholarship

Viktor Hargrove-The KTSU 90.9 The Choice Scholarship

Denise Miller-Mostyn Law’s Power of Radio Scholarship.

The commemoration of the TRHOF’s 20th anniversary will reach its zenith during the organization’s Annual Induction Weekend, November 4-5, 2022, at the Texas Museum of Broadcasting and Communications in Kilgore, Texas. 

Nominations for the 2022 induction class open June 1, 2022.

(This post was taken from a release sent to me by the TRHOF)

Texas Radio Hall of Fame ceremony livestream

The Texas Radio Hall of Fame (TRHOF) has partnered with PickleJar, the new interactive, social payment app, to bring the excitement and pageantry of the Hall of Fame’s annual induction ceremony to audiences across the country and around the world.

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The event, which begins at Noon Central on Saturday, November 6th and originates from the Texas Museum of Broadcasting and Communications in Kilgore, Texas, will feature the induction of twenty new broadcast professionals in a two-hour presentation combining video and live acceptance speeches by those being honored.

While the ticketed, onsite event is expected to be at capacity, fans can experience the program remotely, exclusively and in real time through Pickle Jar’s livestreaming platform. A $5 viewing pass is available through the ticketing portal at www.TRHOF.net.

TRHOF Executive Director Doug Harris says the alliance with PickleJar will bring the Hall of Fame’s mission and message to more people in more places than ever before.

“When we first learned of Pickle Jar’s revolutionary way of connecting fans and bands”, says Harris, “we were intrigued by its application to our needs. Judy Lakin, TRHIOF Inductee and PickleJar Board Member, was able to connect the dots for us and bring this historic broadcast to life for our inductees and their families and fans”.

PickleJar’s chief executive shares the Harris’ enthusiasm for this alliance.

“We are honored to be part of the celebration of these special Texas Broadcasters who have impacted so many lives over the years,” said Jeff James, chief executive officer of PickleJar. “The event is a tribute to the innovation and forward-thinking creativity inspired by those who have carried our industry into the era to make PickleJar a possibility. For that, we are grateful. A special thanks to 2022 Inductee Roger Allen, who was a mentor to me and without him, I wouldn't be where I am today.”

For a complete list of past and present Texas Radio Hall of Fame inductees, visit www.trhof.net. Information on PickleJar is available at www.PickleJar.com. For photos and background on the Texas Museum of Broadcasting and Communications, visit www.TexasBroacastMuseum.com.

(This post was taken from a release sent to me by TRHOF)

Jim Carola of KILT fame has died

Jim Carola, 83, the longtime news director and anchor for 610 and 100.3 KILT Houston, passed away Monday. 

"Jim Carola is not only a Houston icon, but will always be remembered as a class act," Texas Radio Hall of Famer and former KILT colleague T.J. Callahan told mikemcguff.com.   "Jim was loved by all who crossed his path, and I was blessed to have learned the radio news business firsthand from him and Robert B. McEntire."

"How I loved my time on KILT with Jim Carola,"  Texas Radio Hall of Fame director emeritus Josh Holstead, who went by 'Rowdy Yates' on KILT-FM, told mikemcguff.com.  "It was not only a blessing every day to work with such an iconic and legendary broadcaster, but a man who became such an integral part of my success on Houston radio and eventually the national stage. Not only was he the ultimate pro, but a super nice guy who had a very gentle approach to his management style that not only fostered loyalty among his employees, but set a great example that many others would apply in their own careers.  He was a fantastic husband, brother, uncle, and neighbor-and an equestrian’s equestrian.  He never met a horse he did not love, or a cowboy/cowgirl he did not like.  I will miss my friend so much, and I shall treasure our time together on and off the air and never forget the memorable moments I had working across the microphone from one of my radio heroes and (literal) lifelong friend, Jim Carola."

His career in broadcasting began unexpectedly as a young dancer on Channel 13 KTRK's "The Larry Kane Show."

Carola joined KILT in 1964 while still a junior at the University of Houston and became news director in 1970, dedicating 40 years to the station delivering the 20/20 newscasts.

"I listened to Jim Carola on the Big 610 growing up in the Westbury neighborhood of Houston, all of us teens did," Texas Radio Hall of Famer and Houston TV's Don Armstrong told mikemcguff.com.  "It was his style and delivery that helped set my sights on a broadcasting career. When I finally met him at the Houston rodeo, he shook my hand like we had been friends all our lives. He was what everyone in our business strives to be, loved."

Upon his exit from KILT in 2004, Carola immediately joined the new FM News Channel 97.5 KFNC. Founding KFNC general manager Pat Fant was shocked Carola, who he had been listening to since college, was willing to work for the upstart Houston news station. 

"He was the nicest and genuinely most talented news guy anyone could ever have on their radio station," Fant told mikemcguff.com. "He was the best."

Fant, a member of the Texas Radio Hall of Fame, provided us with this irreverent Carola promo clip from FM News Channel 97.5 to reminisce with:

Mike McGuff · Jim Carola FM News Channel 97.5 KFNC Houston promo

Beyond radio, Carola was a familiar voice in Houston sports. He served as the public-address announcer for Super Bowl VIII at Rice Stadium and was the voice of the Houston Oilers for 28 years at the Astrodome.

In 1979, after the Oilers' heartbreaking AFC Championship loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, Carola introduced the team to a full Astrodome crowd during the unforgettable Luv Ya Blue era homecoming.

When the Houston Texans launched in 2002, Carola was selected as the PA announcer for the franchise’s first four seasons, continuing his legacy as the voice of Houston football.

He was inducted into the 2003 Texas Radio Hall of Fame class.

After retiring from the radio and sports world, Carola retired to the Texas Hill Country. 

Funeral Service for KILT’s Jim Carola:

Friday, February 28th-11am
St. Cecilia Catholic Church
11720 Joan of Arc
Houston, TX 77024

The family has requested guests to wear/accessorize in purple.

https://www.saintcecilia.org/about-us

www.JoshHolstead.com · Jim Carola's Birthday-1997

George Baches award for excellence in broadcast marketing call for entries

Beginning in 2019, the Texas Radio Hall of Fame will recognize and honor those members of the broadcast community whose creativity and art amplify and fortify the work of those on both sides of the microphone. The work of these essential professionals often comes to life in the form of promos, imaging, contests, sweepstakes and events as well as in traditional media such as billboards, TV commercials, and print ads that promote the station’s programming and personalities.

This spotlight will also call to mind the esoteric media that complements the on air product, such as websites, logos, mascots, newsletters, email communications, and marketing materials.

The award category will embrace virtually all static (“non-live”) executions of verbal and non-verbal messaging, including audio, video, display and online.

The Texas Radio Hall of Fame, following an overture by a number of its inductees, will name this annual award after George Baches. For over 20 years, Baches’ work supported the branding and visual imaging of dozens of Texas broadcasters and his legacy serves as a reminder that the creation and perpetuation of “station-ality”-- the “stuff between the records”--is magnified by the art that adorns everything from bumper stickers to t-shirts and countless other display and marketing platforms.

As both an independent contractor and an agency team member, this talented graphic artist, among other broadcast-related projects, brought new life and international acclaim to KLOL’s Runaway Radio logo in Houston and the KISS-FM logo in San Antonio. He was also responsible for the creation of the Outlaw Radio and Houston’s Rock 103.7 FM logos, along with countless t-shirts, premiums and marketing materials.

The Texas Radio Hall of Fame is pleased to introduce its inaugural George Baches Award for Excellence in Broadcast Marketing Excellence, with a call for entries in 2019, to honor the memory, talent and contributions of George Baches, along with those who serve this important need in the radio industry.

CRITERIA FOR NOMINEES
1. The nominee (“Nominee”) must have provided relevant work of substance (“Work”) which provided benefit to a terrestrial radio station, commercial or non-commercial, currently or previously licensed to a city or campus in the state of Texas or to a station personality or program affiliated with a station that matches that description, prior to June 1, 2019.
2. Work and the nominee who created it will should relate to one of more of the following
categories:
+Audio promos or imaging elements
+Contests, sweepstakes or giveaway programs (including listener clubs)
+Concerts, special events or series for listeners
+Station or personality logos
+Mascots
+Billboards, TV commercials, and print ads
+Websites
+Station or personality-themed newsletters, email or blog campaigns
+Marketing Materials for sales, community outreach
3. The nominee must have played a significant, verifiable role in the creation of the work either individually or as a member of the team.
4. The nominee may be considered for the body or his/her work as a whole, rather than a specific project or accomplishment.
APPLICATION
1. Applications must be received by midnight June 30, 2019 for consideration for the 2019 awards ceremony.
2. Applications may be submitted via email to DougH@Noisemaker.com prior to that time or, if preferred and at the discretion of the nominator, delivered in person to the address of Noisemaker Communications 16945 Northchase Drive, Suite 1100, Houston, TX 77060 by 5:00 PM on June 28, 2019.
3. At a minimum, the application should include the name and contact information of both the nominee and the nominating party, along with a rationale for their consideration and a description of their work and accomplishments. This communication may be up to 1,000 words.
4. The nominating party may also submit examples of the nominee’s work which may include printed materials, samples, promotional items, etc. or mention of the nominee and his/her work in industry trade journals or other media. PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE ITEMS MAY NOT BE RETURNED. Photos of these items may also be submitted.
5. If audio or video submissions are to be considered, they should be submitted as functional links and/or non-corrupted MP3, MP4 or WAV files, or on a CD or DVD (bearing only the samples for consideration, and which may not be returned).
6. A review committee composed of Texas Radio Hall of Fame members, graphic and design professionals and worthy members of the media, will review the nominations and materials submitted and make their selection.

Questions may be directed to Doug Harris at 713-569-7716 or via email at DougH@Noisemaker.com.

(This post was taken from a release)

Mary McCoy inducted into the 2024 Radio Hall of Fame class

Mary McCoy has been broadcasting on the radio for 73 years, many of those at K-Star Country 99.7 FM KVST Huntsville with Larry Galla from 10 am to noon.

McCoy, 86, a 2010 Texas Radio Hall of Fame member, has been announced as one of 24 nominees for the 2024 Radio Hall of Fame Induction class.

UPDATE JUNE 2024
The Museum of Broadcast Communications announced Mary McCoy is one of eight new inductees into the Radio Hall of Fame for 2024. She will be honored at the 2024 Radio Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at the Omni Nashville Hotel in Nashville, TN. 

In 2023, Guinness World Records gave McCoy the title for having the longest career as a female radio presenter.

McCoy started working at KMCO-AM in 1951, and continued on with KIKR before joining KVST.  

Outside of radio, McCoy was also a singer/guitarist who shared the station with the likes of Elvis Presley and Jim Reeves. In 1960, she released her first record, "Deep Elem Blues." 

More than 900 industry members will vote through June 3rd, and eight will ultimately be inducted into the 2024 Radio Hall of Fame Induction class.  

The total of eight 2024 inductees will be announced on Monday, June 17th. The 2024 Radio Hall of Fame induction ceremony will take place on Thursday, September 19th, at the Omni Nashville Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee.

Texas Radio Hall of Fame announces 2024 inductees

The voting members of the Texas Radio Hall of Fame (TRHOF) have selected twenty (20) broadcast professionals for induction in the Class of 2024. 

UPDATE NOVEMBER 2024
Texas Radio Hall of Fame 2024 induction ceremony recap
"Runaway Radio" screening during Texas Radio Hall of Fame weekend

Those honorees are presented here in alphabetical order.

JUD ASHMORE

JAY BRITT

RAOUL CORTEZ

FRANK “BIG FRANK” EDWARDS

PAUL GLEISER

JOHN GRANATO AND LANCE ZIERLEIN

HENRY GUERRA

MAT “THE MIGHTY QUINN” GUINN

DENE HALLAM

JAY JONES

MARY LANOUE

MELANIE MILLER

CHARLIE PARKER

JOHN ROBERTS

CLIFTON “KING BEE” SMITH

GARY STONE

TERRI THOMAS

HARVEY “HARVEY T” THOMPSON

JERRY TRUPIANO

VAL WILSON

These twenty individuals will be honored on Saturday, November 2 nd at the TRHOF’s Annual Induction Ceremony at the Texas Museum of Broadcasting and Communications in Kilgore, TX. The annual TRHOF reunion and induction weekend is open to the public. Schedule, hotel, and ticket information are now posted at www.trhof.net.

(This post was taken from a release sent to me by the Texas Radio Hall of Fame)

2022 Texas Radio Hall of Fame inductees

The voting members of the Texas Radio Hall of Fame (TRHOF) have selected twenty broadcast professionals for its 2022 Induction Class, presented here in alphabetical order.

UPDATE NOVEMBER 2022
Texas Radio Hall of Fame 2022 ceremony photos

1. Debbie Alcocer

2. Roger Allen

3. Joe "The Godfather" Anthony (Yanuzzi)

4. Roula Christie

5. James “Moby” Carney

6. Dean and Rog/Dean Myers and Roger Beaty

7. Bob Ford

8. Harmon and Evans

9. Lisle and Hahn/John Lisle and Steve Hahn

10. “Uncle Funky” Larry Jones

11. Pam Kelly

12. Laurie Kendrick

13. Pam McKay

14. Joe Pogge

15. Kellie Raspberry

16. Bill Schoening

17. Hannah Storm

18. Maria Todd

19. John Trapane

20. Dana Tyson

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2022 Texas Radio Hall of Fame nominees

Final voting concluded on Sunday, July 31st and the twenty individuals will be honored on Saturday, November 5th at the TRHOF’s Annual Induction

Ceremony at the Texas Museum of Broadcasting and Communications in Kilgore, TX. 

The annual TRHOF reunion and induction weekend is open to the public. Schedule, hotel, and ticket information will be posted on the TRHOF’s website on Wednesday, August 3, 2022.

Texas Radio Hall of Fame 2009 ceremony highlights

Rowdy Yates of 100.3 KILT sent me this great recap of the 2009 Texas Radio Hall of Fame ceremony:

It was the biggest and best, Most attended and most comfortable. Held in a historic place, Tin Hall, there was no better venue to showcase legendary talent, than a legendary landmark, which has hosted concerts and special events since 1889.

About 350 were in attendance and the faces that belonged to the voices were a 'who's who' of Texas Radio royalty including Paul Berlin, Joe Ladd, Pam Ivey, Crash Collins, Mac Hudson, Arch Yancey, Michael Berry, Bill Young, Bill Moffett, Chuck Dunaway, Jim Carola and R.B. McEntire just scratch the surface.

Award for "best preserved personality" had to go to Dr. Bruce Nelson, who is as witty as ever, and is in better shape today than he was during his days here at KENR. Dr. Bruce is the General Manager of KFTX in Corpus Christi, and is recognized for breaking an unknown artist named John Conlee and his tune "Rose Colored Glasses." John placed 27 hits in the country top 40, including 7 number 1's. Houston made him a star.

Most touching moment came when Cathy Forsythe of KACC was inducted and honored. Her award was accepted by her children. Cathy passed away from cancer a few years ago, and contributed more than her own good work to Texas radio. Running KACC in Alvin, she built and developed that college radio program into the most recognized in the country (this is a Junior College mind you) that has produced numerous radio industry pros including Wendy Miller, Tom Fontaine, Bobby "Slam" Duncan and TV personalities that now work for KPRC, Telemundo and ESPN.

Paul Ray works on the radio in Austin-he is only the second 'public' radio personality to be inducted. He can be heard on KUT-FM hosting a show dedicated to soul and blues from the 40's through the 70's. What made me laugh the most was his story of realizing the impact that music had on everyone-be it good or bad. He recalls his older sister being punished for playing a sacrilegious and sinful b-side when she was young. Her father smashed to pieces a vinyl 45 straight from Satan's studio. It was a Christmas standard "White Christmas" recorded by The Drifters.

JP Pritchard and Lana Hughes from KTRH could have kept us entertained for hours. To see the big framed, big voiced 'gold standard' for morning news in Houston show a softer side was enough to make a few of us tear up, and her story of how she got her job at KTRH will make most of us giggle for the next few days.

Standing ovations came for Houston TV and radio star Larry Kane (who is no longer with us) KQUE's Scott Arthur and legendary rocker Colonel St. James who helped make top stations out of 97 Rock and KLOL, and has contributed to the success of KLDE, KILT and KKRW.

From the business side of things, I'd like to say that Bill Bailey is still a draw. He has not been on the radio for some time, but his involvement with the Houston rodeo, and his work as a Harris County Constable has done much to keep him in the public eye. On the day he should have taken center stage, and soaked in every bit of the spotlight he deserved for his good work, he shared the stage with two compadres from his days at KIKK, which proved to be tasteful and quite classy. * I will point out, this is the only time I have used those terms to describe him, Joe and Arch!

As for the music heard on radio then and today, there were numerous people in attendance who spun the platters from unknowns who would became giants. B.J. Thomas, ZZ Top and Kenny Rogers were called "Houston Crud" but they became rock, pop and country music legends -they owe Texas (and primarily Houston) deejays for taking a chance on them.

Behind the scenes you might never know the name Tom Merriman. But the short songs you hear in between the records you all know, and have sung along with since the 50's. His "TM Productions" recorded more snappy and snazzy jingles for more Texas radio stations than any other. He is also credited for creating sixty second sing alongs we all grew up with for Nestle and others, and was also the man credited for creating "Otto the Orkin Man" bringing prestige and personality to pest control.

Scott Arthur was the first person to receive an award at the ceremony, and he set the tone for not only radio's past, but it's future. After 40 years he knows the formula: "personality, creativity, freedom and fun" -that is what works, that is what wins.

Audio and photos at:  http://www.texasradiohalloffame.com/

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2009 inductees for the Texas Radio Hall of Fame

Voting open for Texas Radio Hall of Fame 2026 induction class

(Houston, TX) July 24, 2026: The Texas Radio Hall of Fame (TRHOF) has released the names of the fifty (50) nominees for its 2026 Induction Class. The voting portal will be open and accessible to voting members in good standing via www.TRHOF.net through midnight on Monday, August 10, 2026.

UPDATE AUGUST 2026
Texas Radio Hall of Fame announces 20206 inductees

TRHOF Executive Director Doug Harris, a 2011 Inductee, reports an especially robust year of nominations, which he attributes to the recent addition of two new categories of recognition.

“Our ‘Small Markets, Big Voices’ outreach clearly hit home with those who fit that description as well as their fans,” observes Harris.  “For many of these broadcasters, this is their first exposure to Hall of Fame consideration and we welcome their involvement.” 

In 2025, the TRHOF board approved the addition of a Lone Star Legacies category to recognize influential figures in Texas Radio history who have passed on.  Harris notes that this practice returns in 2026.  

Voting members will have the opportunity to select twenty (20) 2026 inductees by reviewing their names, bios, and photos through the voting portal on the TRHOF website. 

“Our 2026 ballot is a ‘great read’ because it spotlights the amazing journeys of broadcasters from markets big and small and touches virtually every job description in our industry that connects to the on-air product.” 

Over 160 broadcast professionals with ties to Texas radio were nominated for consideration by the TRHOF’s Internal Review Committee, who independently and anonymously made their recommendations on the final fifty. Voting members of the TRHOF will now determine the twenty individuals who will be honored on November 7, 2026, during the TRHOF’s Annual Induction Ceremony at the Texas Broadcast Museum in Kilgore, TX. 

The finalists eligible for consideration are, in alphabetical order:

Doug Abernethy

Brenda Adriance Fox  

David Anderson

Brad Austin

Lisa a.k.a. “Lisa Lisa” Bonanni

Bill Bradford

Raul Brindis

Bruce (Jim Edwards) Buchanan 

John Butler

Jay Cresswell

Dave E. Crockett

Diane Day

Anna de Haro

Paris Eley

John Frost

Rex Gabriel

Jimmy “JD” Gonzalez

Ric Gonzales

Mark Grubbs

John L. Hanson

Frank Hicks

JoJo and Patches (James Paczkowski and JoJo Cerda)

Sam Jones

Joyce King 

Kevin Kline 

Tim McDermott

Charlie McGregor

Hank Moore

John “The Lama” Oakes 

Ray Odom

Parker, Mona

Phil Parr

Dave (Stone) Pinkston

Eric Raines

Tom Richards

Clyde (Kooter) Roberson 

Chrissie Roberts

Woody Roberts

Melchor (Mel) Rodriguez

JD Rose

Buzz Russell

Nathan Safir

Saunders, Gary

Jack Sellmeyer

Dr. J. Thomas Smith

Ted Stecker

Gary Stelly

Gary “Blue Eyes” Walker

Pam Wells

Scott West

Barry Wolverton

Details of the TRHOF’s annual Radio Reunion and Induction weekend are available on the organization’s website, along with information on becoming a voting member. Interested parties may still join—and vote—in this year’s selection. 

Texas Radio Hall Of Fame 2021 class

The Texas Radio Hall of Fame has announced the names of the 20 broadcasters joining its Class of 2021 inductees.  

The inductees are (in alphabetical order):

Randy Carroll, KAJA/San Antonio

Mac Daniels, KBOX/Dallas, KPLX/Dallas, KASE/Austin, KSCS/Dallas

Don Day, WBAP/Dallas, KSCS/Dallas, KTFW/Fort Worth

Joel Folger

Ron Foster, KIKK/Houston, KSCS/Dallas

Roger Gray

Dale Hansen WFAA 8

Jamie Hildreth

Judy Lakin, KOKE/Austin, KKBQ/Houston

Rich Lord

Johnny Marks

Bill Mayne, KASE/Austin, KSCS/Dallas, WBAP/Dallas

Charlie Ochs, KIKK/Houston

Jammin’ Jimmy Olson

Greg “Grego” Onofrio 101 KLOL and KKHH Houston

Ronnie Renfrow

Randy Schell, KKBQ/Houston

Marc Sherman

"Cactus Jack" Talley, KKBQ/Houston

Bill Zak

"After a spirited season of balloting, our voting members have selected twenty broadcast professionals to join the group of Lone Star veterans who have distinguished themselves in the radio industry," said Doug Harris, Executive Director of the Texas Radio Hall of Fame. "This list of inductees represents award-winning sellers, programmers, on-air talent, and production aces along with masterful ratings and revenue generators across the industry, representing a variety of formats."

Theinduction ceremony will be held on Saturday, November 6, 2021, at the Texas Museum of Broadcasting and Communications in Kilgore, Texas.

Tickets for the event go on sale on August 23 at www.trhof.net.