Bill Fox Named WDEZ/Wausau WI Brand Manager/Afternoons

Bill Fox

Bill Fox is named Brand Manager and afternoon talent at Midwest Communications Country WDEZ-FM/Wausau, WI, effective June 21. He replaces John Richards, who left in February. Most recently, Fox handled mornings at Press Communications Classic Rock WWZY-FM (107.1 The Boss)/Monmouth-Ocean, NJ, until he resigned on Monday, June 7. Previously, he aired in mornings on Townsquare Media Country WOKQ-FM/Portsmouth, NH.

Fox commented, "I'm trading in my pork roll and egg sandwich for brats and cheese curds. And finally, after 25 years, sleeping in past 3:30am. I'd like to thank Chief Operations Officer Michael Wright, Market Manager Milko Villarreal and Operations Manager Rusty James for this amazing opportunity to lead such a legendary radio station. I can't wait to get started."

OM Randy James said, "I'm very excited to welcome Bill to our Central Wisconsin team. We are happy to include Bill's passion, innovation and talent to the already successful group."

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