Another FM moves into the spoken-word radio arena as Clear Channel moves WPKX/Enfield, CT to suburban Hartford community Windsor Locks and debuts “97.9 ESPN.” Concurrently, WPKX’s Country format moves to co-owned “KIX 100.9″ (WRNX). In a statement released about today’s format flip, CC/Hartford and New Haven Market Manager Stephen Holcomb called Connecticut “the center of the sports world,” noting that ESPN has long maintained its headquarters in Bristol, CT as the inspiration for that lofty assessment. “For the first time our listeners will now have a full-time FM Sports station that is as passionate about sports as they are,” he added. ESPN Radio also currently airs on CC’s WPOP-AM/Hartford.

SHOULD FACEBOOK POSTS BE QUOTED WITHOUT PERMISSION? That’s a timely question posed by RTDNA Chairman-Elect Vince Duffy in an opinion piece posted on the Association’s website. “I don’t know about you, but I sure wouldn’t want all the things I’ve said on Facebook to be published next to my name in the paper,” writes Duffy (pictured). Read more HERE … WTOP/Washington VP/News and Programming Jim Farley confirmed to NTS MediaOnline Today that longtime DC political commentator Mark Plotkin and the Hubbard all-newser have parted ways. While Farley had no other comment on the matter, the Washington Post’s Paul Farhi offers his take on the break-up HERE … Salem Radio Network host Michael Medved has signed on to speak at this year’s CPAC 2012 Conference in Washington, DC. It’s the 39th annual gathering for the February 9-12 event, billed as “America’s oldest and largest grassroots conservative organization.” Past CPAC speakers include radio talkers Rush Limbaugh and Glenn Beck … UPDATE: Following up on yesterday’s report that Jeff Cameron had exited WNLS/Tallahasse: Cameron has resurfaced at crosstown Horizon Broadcasting, where he’s signed on as a consultant to WBYW pending his re-entry to afternoon drive at Sports/Talker WTSM starting August 1st.

Federal News Radio 1500 AM (WFED/Washington D.C.) has a “rare opportunity” for a morning drive News Anchor. Here are some details as posted on the station’s website: ”Federal News Radio made history as the first news station to evolve from online-only to a fully integrated multimedia news organization to become the leading provider of news and information for the federal executive and government contractor. We are looking for an experienced broadcast journalist with an inquisitive mind to embrace our niche and deliver news and information to the smartest target audience in the country. Anchor should embrace social media and emerging technologies to work in tandem with our radio product. Knowledge about the programs, people and policies of the federal government is a plus but not necessary.  Preferred Qualifications: Degree in Journalism, Communications or related field. Knowledge of Adobe Audition, ENPS and ENCO.” Get more details on the job’s requirements and an application form HERE. Look for more “Gig Alerts” every week in our regular Friday feature publication NTS MediaOnline Weekly.

Congrats to Cumulus Media Networks nationally syndicated talker Mark Levin who will mark a milestone this weekend when his new book, Ameritopia, debuts at #1 in every non-fiction category measured by the New York Times. Levin’s latest book tops the Times’ Hardcover, Hardcover & Paperback, E-Book and Combined Print & E-Book lists. It’s a ‘grand slam’ for the conservative Talk radio host and a rare achievement for any author. In case you overlooked this week’s edition of NTS MediaOnline Weekly (delivered to your inbox early this morning) Levin talks about his book, his mission and more in our special page one interview.

The Fisher House Foundation recently recognized WTKK/Boston afternoon host Michael Graham and “96.9 Boston Talks” listeners for their support in helping build homes-away-from-home for the families of wounded American troops. WTKK’s recent 4th annual Fisher House Radiothon garnered over $120,000 in donations for the charity. Digitally documenting the moment are (l-r): Greater Media Chairman/CEO Peter Smyth, Graham, and David Coker, Fisher House National Executive Director.

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Living In Ameritopia – Nationally syndicated Talk radio host Mark Levin celebrates his new book’s debut atop the New York Times bestseller list this weekend with a nice glass of Chianti and a one-on-one chat with us that starts on page one.

Post Jobs Apple — So, how are things going at Apple since the death of company founder and muse Steve Jobs? How about record revenues in the first quarter? Details in “Emerging Talk Media” on page two.

North Florida Calling – Two great opportunities in a great location, one for a solid news reporter/producer and the other for a traffic anchor with all the right stuff. Find out more in our weekly “Gig Alerts” on page two.

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At the upcoming NFL Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis, the burgeoning world of social media will be a part of this year’s media madness with their very own “command center” moving into territory previously reserved for “radio row.” Mashable.com’s Sam Laird reports that “a team of strategists, analysts and techies will monitor the digital fan conversation via Facebook, Twitter and other platforms from a 2,800 square foot space downtown. The team will ‘tweet’ directions to fans in search of parking, direct visitors to Indy’s best attractions, and stand-by to provide info in case of a disaster.” The first-ever designated social media “war room” is expected to set a precedent for other major events in a world where easy access to info via social media is becoming not only common, but expected. Read more HERE.

Comcast Corporation, NBC News and Windy City television station NBC 5 today announced an enhanced commitment of more than $2.7 million of “in kind and financial” support to the Museum of Broadcast Communications that will help to complete construction and promote MBC’s new 62,000 square foot headquarters (pictured) in downtown Chicago. “We are grateful to have Comcast, NBC News, and NBC 5 Chicago – institutions that have contributed so much to the history of television – show so much support for our new facility,” said Bruce DuMont, Founder and President/CEO of the museum. “We are excited to open our doors and share the experience with visitors.” DuMont also reports that the museum’s new location on State Street will be fully open by mid-June “just in time for our 25th anniversary.”

WLS/Chicago Ops Manager Drew Hayes adds brothers Dan and Anthony Ponce to the Cumulus News/Talker’s weekend lineup, where the dueling siblings (pictured) will host a new live and local weekend show on Sundays from 1-3pm. The Ponce brothers know something about brotherly competition, spending their weekdays as rival TV reporters — Dan at Channel 9 and Anthony at NBC5. The Chicagoland natives’ dad Phil Ponce — the popular host of Chicago Tonight on WTTW Channel 11 — will also appear regularly on the show. Speaking as someone with more insight into his sons’ personalities than anyone, the elder Ponce added, “Their job is to bring the kind of energy to the show they had as kids arguing over who got the top bunk, or more importantly, the last piece of pumpkin pie!”

WNLS/Tallahassee host Jeff Cameron told the Tallahassee Democrat this week that he’s leaving the Clear Channel-owned Sports/Talker to “pursue other opportunities.” A Tampa native and Florida State graduate, Cameron (pictured) first joined the station in 1999 as morning host, but has spent the last several years hosting afternoon drive. No word yet on who will succeed Cameron in the 3-6pm time slot … NTS MediaOnline Today has learned that The Elvis Duran Group is “looking for bloggers interested in getting more exposure for their current blog, or people who are interested in having a new forum to express their opinions. Content should target the general consumer who is trying to get by financially, professionally and emotionally during today’s tough times.” To get more details email Robert Field HERE.