98 Rock's Amelia to Retire After Over 20 Years

RADIO ONLINE | Monday, May 11, 2026 | 11:21am CT

Amelia Ryerse

After more than two decades on the air in Baltimore, WIYY-FM (98 Rock) personality Amelia Ryerse has announced she will retire at the end of 2026.

Known simply as "Amelia" to listeners, Ryerse has been a mainstay at the station since returning full-time in 2003. Over the years, she has worked across multiple dayparts, including mornings on "Mickey, Amelia and Spiegel," afternoon drive and most recently middays.

Station leadership credited her with playing a central role in the station's identity. Dan Joerres, President and General Manager of WBAL-TV 11, 98 Rock and WBAL NewsRadio, said Ryerse's dedication to both on-air performance and community service has been "truly unmatched."

Program Director Justin Johnson added that Ryerse has been a consistent presence through changing eras in radio. "She brought heart, personality and credibility to every shift she worked, and 98 Rock simply wouldn't have been the same without her," he said.

Beyond her on-air work, Ryerse has been active in the Baltimore community, including hosting the station's Sunday public affairs program "Maryland Perspectives" and supporting local charitable efforts. Ryerse said the station has had a lasting impact on her life both professionally and personally.

98 Rock plans to mark her career throughout 2026 with special programming, guest appearances and listener tributes leading up to her final broadcast.