iHeartMedia Country “102.5 The Bull” WDXB Pelham/Birmingham AL has announced that Spencer Graves will take over mornings on Monday, April 24 following the previously announced retirement of ‘Dollar Bill’ Lawson earlier this month.
After Lawson completes his final show on Friday, April 21, the baton will be passed to Graves. Graves most recently hosted mornings at iHeart’s “94.9 The Bull” WUBL Atlanta from January 2019 until November 2021. He previously hosted “Spencer’s Neighboorhood” at Hubbard Variety Hits “106.5 The Arch” WARH St. Louis from 2015 until 2018 and nights and mornings at CHR 93.7 WSTW Wilmington DE.
Lawson, who is wrapping up a 50 year radio career, has been with WDXB since 2002 first with Patti Wheeler and Madison Reeves since 2008.
iHeartMedia Birmingham’s 102.5 The Bull, Birmingham’s #1 For New Country, announced today the debut of the new Spencer Graves Show, effective April 24. Spencer Graves will broadcast weekdays from 5-10am CST.
Spencer takes over for “Dollar” Bill Lawson, who retires after 50 years in Alabama broadcasting. Graves has hosted shows in St. Louis, Wilmington and others, most recently for iHeartMedia WUBL/Atlanta.
“Spencer is an incredible talent and integral to the future success of 102.5 the Bull. He is well-liked and respected by listeners, clients and country artists alike. Alabama, let’s ride!” said Dino Conard, Program Director/102.5 The Bull.
“I’m honored to be given the chance to propel several iconic brands within radio and iHeartMedia and I look forward to taking the reigns at 102.5 the Bull.. Starting as a 17-year-old kid, from the middle of nowhere Virginia, I’ve been fortunate to be on air all over the US. With that said, nothing makes me more excited than being a part of these big changes,” said Graves.
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iHeartMedia Birmingham’s 102.5 the Bull, Birmingham’s #1 For New Country, announced today the retirement of Dollar Bill Lawson. Bill’s last day on-air will be April 21, 2023. Bill made the announcement to his listeners April 3rd.
Bill Lawson’s career began in 1973 and has been intricate to the fabric of 102.5 The Bull since its launch in 2002. Bill started his morning journey with the late Patti Wheeler, spending the past 14 years with Madison Reeves. Over his 50-year career, Bill has devoted his time to raising funds and awareness for St. Jude, Children’s Miracle Network, Easter Seals and many more. He was the 2019 Recipient of the CRS Tom Rivers Humanitarian Award and a 2023 Country Radio Hall of Fame inductee.
“I have loved every minute of every day serving the Alabama community, but it’s time to step away. My wife Mary retired a few years back and I’m excited to spend more time with her, our kids and grandkids.” Said Bill Lawson
“Bill Lawson is not the gold standard, he is the standard. Over his 50 years in Alabama radio, Bill has raised $5 million for St. Jude, helped with countless other charities and been a friend everyone he meets. Our lives are enriched because of Dollar Bill and all he has accomplished,” Said Dino Conard, Program Director 102.5 The Bull.
“If you have ever spent five minutes with Bill you either laughed or found out just how passionate he was for helping the children of St. Jude or The Children’s Hospital. Being in radio, we have a responsibility to entertain and serve our communities. Bill did both for over 50 years. Thank you, Bill, for being that guy we all hope to be,” Said Ronnie Bloodworth, Market President.
This story first appeared on radioinsight.com