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Long to Program 98.9 Magic FM/Colorado Springs


Rex Long
Rex Long

Cumulus Media has appointed Rex Long as Program Director and On-Air Talent for 98.9 Magic FM in Colorado Springs. Long was previously with Cumulus Media-Montgomery, AL, where he served as Program Director for the past seven years at Y-102 WHHY-FM. He was also Program Director for Cumulus CHR station KCDD-FM in Abilene, TX. Long started his radio career in Dallas, TX, as On-Air Talent and Program Producer at Kiss-FM (KHKS-FM). The appointment is effective Monday, June 26.

"For the longest time, I've wanted to be a part of 98.9 Magic FM," said Long. "Thanks to Bobby Irwin, Scott Jones, Cat Thomas, Doug Hamand and Mike McVay, it's now a dream come true! I am humbled to be part of a team where we can all grow together and I look forward to building on this amazing brand in The Springs!"

Bobby Irwin, Operations Manager, Cumulus Media-Colorado Springs, said, "There were dozens of remarkable candidates for the position, and Rex stood out as so positive and creative, with the leadership qualities that a station the size of Magic FM deserves."

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