FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The Kentucky Broadcasters Association extends sympathy to the family of legendary broadcaster Don Neagle, who passed away earlier this week at age 86. Don entertained and informed listeners across Logan County and South Central Kentucky for over 60 years.

Chris McGinnis, owner and general manager of WRUS, said he will remember Neagle as a “congenial, caring, decent man who everybody loved and respected.”

Originally from Exie, Neagle’s start in radio came when he was a teenager covering election results in Green County. McGinnis said by 1958, Neagle was working at WKCT-AM in Bowling Green when he learned the station in Russellville was looking for help.

Neagle joined WRUS on Sept. 1, 1958. McGinnis said Neagle worked at the station in advertising and was on the air at different times during the week and on weekends, ultimately becoming general manager of the station.

Neagle, McGinnis and his father Bill McGinnis partnered to create Logan Radio Inc. in 2002 and purchased WRUS. They remained business partners for over two decades until Neagle’s death, McGinnis said.

Neagle was inducted into the Kentucky Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame in 2005 and the Kentucky Journalism Hall of Fame in 2006.

Don retired from hosting the WRUS morning show in 2022 and continued to host the Talkback call-in show until he was injured as a result of a fall.

The Bowling Green Daily News contributed to this story.

Because of your generous participation in KBA's PEP program, the Association is able to offer numerous continuing education reimbursements to active member stations. One of the approved reimbursement opportunities is the NAB Show in Las Vegas.

Stations may request up to a $1,000 reimbursement for the NAB Show based on the following criteria:

• Stations must be active members of the KBA.
• Reimbursements are limited to one (1) per full-power radio license and three (3) per full-power television license.
• Receipts and proof of conference registration are required.
• Reimbursable expenses include: transportation, registration, lodging and meals.
• The online reimbursement request form, including all receipts, must be uploaded through KBA's reimbursement portal, within 60 days of the event.

Click HERE to learn more about KBA's continuing education reimbursements.

Mike Tarter, President & CEO of Forcht Broadcasting, was recently asked to join the Executive Committee of the Radio Advertising Bureau (RAB).

“We are thrilled that Mike has accepted the invitation to join the RAB Executive Committee", said Erica Farber, RAB President & CEO. "His commitment and support of the RAB has clearly been demonstrated over the years and his voice represents a very important segment of the industry.”

Tarter spoke about the opportunity saying "It is an honor and privilege to be asked to serve on the RAB's executive committee. The RAB does a masterful job promoting and supporting our industry. I look forward to the opportunity to serve with the phenomenal leadership team in working to advance radio's mission to better serve our clients and communities."

The Celebration of Service to America Awards shine a light on television stations, radio stations and ownership groups who make a positive difference in their communities. The awards recognize broadcasters who consistently strive to improve and inspire the lives of others.

The call for entries is now open: don’t miss the chance to submit your most impactful public service campaign from 2023. It is not a requirement for stations to be a member of the NAB in order to apply.

Pictured above is Roth Stratton, WBRT in Bardstown, downloading the latest KBA PEP spots. Click HERE to see if you have the latest schedules and spots. Thank you to all KBA members who voluntarily participate in the PEP program.

We want to promote YOU! Send us your staff additions, promotions and special events. Email Chris at chris@kba.org

ARE YOU FIT?

My oldest daughter, Breanna (Bree), has an entrepreneurial spirit.  She sees a problem and creates a solution.  Where she shines is in inspiring and helping others.  She approaches life with passion and a servant's heart.  And that’s not just “Dad” talking.

Last year, Bree, in addition to her full-time work, decided she could help others become more “fit” for their jobs through coaching and in life through fitness and diet. Her mantra is “get to, not have to.”  She even has a Facebook Group by that name.   She began the year with her Top Ten lessons learned so far. I found value in them and thought you might, too.

As I sit here reflecting on our all-team meet-up yesterday, I can’t help but notice the correlations between success in fitness and success in business.  

Here are ten lessons I’ve learned over the last 16 years with the company:

1. There is no easy button. Success is a direct result of the work you put in. 
2. You are who you surround yourself with. Choose wisely.
3. Holding others to a standard you aren’t willing to hold for yourself is hard. Do what you said you would do.
4. Success comes from repetition. It comes from doing the tedious work repeatedly until you become an expert.  Discipline is no different. It is a perishable skill like any other. If we are not repeatedly flexing this muscle, it will become weaker and weaker.
5. Doing > reading. You can read a standard operating procedure or a book on health over and over again, but it isn’t going to make you an expert. Getting your hands dirty is the best way to learn. 
6. You must show up even when you don’t feel like it. 
7. Until you become great, your effort will go unnoticed. 
8. Time management is critical. When you’re busy is when you need to do it. If you can’t work out because you’re busy, then you’re assuming that for you to work out in the future, you will never be busy again.  If you want to implement a lasting habit, do it during the busy season. When you can figure out how to make it work when you’re the busiest, it’ll be that much easier on your slow days. 
9. Distraction kills. Find what matters to you and work aggressively toward that. 
10. Preparation is critical. You wouldn’t go into a meeting without preparing for it first. The rest of your day should be no different. 

Taking care of yourself is advantageous in every other area of your life.

What is a lesson you’ve learned that carries over like this?

Jeff Schmidt is the SVP of Professional Development at the Radio Advertising Bureau. You can also connect with him by email JSchmidt@rab.com or on Twitter and LinkedIn.

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