Roanoke Times
Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: SATURDAY, November 12, 1994 TAG: 9411140040
SECTION: CURRENT PAGE: NRV5 EDITION: NEW RIVER VALLEY
SOURCE: RICK LINDQUIST
DATELINE: LENGTH: Medium
"I enjoyed the opportunity for these couple of years to get back into news, which is a field I enjoy," the broadcast veteran said this week. Thomas cited "a change in emphasis" at WRAD-WRIQ for his decision to terminate the arrangement between the stations and B&B Media Inc., his one-man public relations outfit. While seeking another suitable local media opportunity, Thomas plans to continue to host the "Hudson's Huddle" sports talk show and do football color until the end of the season.
PB'S CAFE gives local writers an audio outlet Fridays, 6:30-7 p.m., on Virginia Tech's student-run WUVT (90.7 FM). Patrick Barton, the show's creator, produces the show with Adrian Parris. The program - which features "a jazzy, coffeehouse atmosphere with various types of music and writing" - provides a writers' radio showcase.
Writers interested in visiting PB's Cafe should call Parris at 961-6124 or Barton at 552-1378, or e-mail to pbartonvt.edu.
Live Appearances
"The Armchair Quarterback" hits the road again today, 8:30-10 a.m., live from the Alleghany Cafe in downtown Radford. Levi Garrett moderates the panel of sports experts as they tackle listeners' questions and comments on regional sports (all while eating breakfast).
Levi Garrett of KOOL Country, WBNK (100.7 FM) is the host of country and western nights Thursdays, 5-7 p.m., at Pizza Inn in downtown Christiansburg.
Radio Sports
"Big East Game Day Show" Saturdays, 8 a.m., on WVVV (104.9 FM) and WJJJ (1260 AM).
"Armchair Quarterback:" Today, 9-10 a.m., on Super 710, WFNR (710 AM). Levi Garrett moderates a panel of sports experts who tackle listeners' questions and comments on area and regional sports.
Virginia Tech football: Today, the Hokies are at home against Rutgers. Air time is noon on WNRV (990 AM), WJJJ (1260 AM), WKEX (1430 AM), WRAD (1460 AM), WRIQ (101.7 FM) and WVVV (104.9 FM). "The Point After" call-in show follows on many Tech sports network affiliates.
West Virginia University football: Today, the Mountaineers visit Temple. The game airs at 12:30 p.m. on WFNR (710 AM).
NASCAR: Today, 12:45 p.m., it's the Jiffy Lube 500 from Atlanta Motor Speedway on WBNK (100.7 FM) and WNRV (990 AM). Sunday, 12:30 p.m., the Hooters 500 airs from Atlanta Motor Speedway on WPSK (107.1 FM).
NFL Football: Sunday, the 'Skins are off, so it's the San Diego Chargers at Kansas City Chiefs. Air time is 12:45 p.m. on WFNR (710 AM).
"Virginia Tech Update:" Monday through Friday, 7:10 a.m., WVVV (104.9 FM) and WJJJ (1260 AM). "Hokie Hotline" coach's show airs Mondays, 7 p.m.
"NASCAR LIVE" Tuesdays, 7 p.m., on WBNK (100.7 FM) and WFNR (710 AM).
"RU Sports Update:" Dave Hunziker, the sports voice of the Highlanders, reports Fridays during newscasts at 7:45 a.m., 12:05 p.m. and 4 p.m. on WRAD (1460 AM).
"Hudson's Huddle:" New River Valley high school football preview, Fridays, 5:40-6 p.m., WRAD (1460 AM) and WRIQ (101.7 FM).
Giles Spartans: Football playoffs, Friday, 7 p.m., WBNK (100.7 FM) and WNRV (990 AM).
Blacksburg Indians: Fridays , 7 p.m., WKEX (1430 AM).
Pulaski County Cougars: Fridays, 7:15 p.m., WRIQ (101.7 FM).
Radio Shorts
"The Best of Holstein and Company" airs today, 7-10 a.m. on Eagle Country 107, WPSK (107.1 FM).
Ricky Van Shelton is Charlie Chase's guest today, 10:05 a.m., on 14-K, WKEX (1430 AM)
Maya Angelou is the host as Radford University's WVRU (89.9 FM) airs "City Arts of San Francisco," Saturdays at 11 a.m. Baseball writer Roger Angell is today's guest.
Sunday, 8 a.m.-noon, Bob Kingsley is the host of "American Country Countdown" on Eagle Country 107, WPSK (107.1 FM).
"Focus on the Family" with James Dobson has expanded to a full hour, Sundays, 9:30 a.m., on WKEX (1430 AM).
"Long Live Rock" airs the last of a four-part series on The Who, Tuesday, 8 p.m. on WVRU (89.9 FM). The program covers Keith Moon's death, the group's demise and what they're doing today.
KOOL Country, WBNK (100.7 FM) is awaiting FCC approval to increase its power and antenna height. The changes should stretch the station's reach from Radford to Roanoke.
Cablecasts
Wednesday, 8:30 p.m., No Strings Attached, a local hammer dulcimer group, is featured on the "Outdoor Concert Series" on WTOB (Channel 2), Blacksburg Public-Government Access Television.
"Community Speaking" host Bill Yerrick welcomes United Way of Montgomery County and Radford board members Jo Lynn Price and Jim Cole. The program airs on American Cable Entertainment channel 9 Sundays, 6 p.m.; Tuesdays, 5 p.m.; Wednesdays, noon; and Thursdays, 7 p.m.
"Sports Authorities," featuring highlights from all Virginia Tech sports and interviews with coaches and players, is on WTOB (Channel 2), Blacksburg, Thursday at 8 p.m.
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