The Virginia Association of Broadcasters presented two of its highest honors to figures representing radio at the organization’s 88th Annual Summer Convention, recognizing both an individual broadcasting legacy and a station’s ongoing service to its community.
Saga Communications’ Classic Rock station 106.9 The Fox (WAFX) on-air host Mike Arlo was awarded the inaugural Career Achievement Award, a newly created honor that acknowledges long-term excellence and impact in Virginia broadcasting. Arlo, a fixture in the Hampton Roads market since 1975, joined WAFX in 1996 after two decades on the air at FM99 WNOR. The award highlights his 50-year career.
Hampton Roads Media Group General Manager Carol Commander said, “Mike Arlo is more than a voice on the radio – he is a cornerstone of Hampton Roads broadcasting. His dedication to his craft, our listeners, and our community represents the very best of our industry.”…