Jacor circles Toledo. (Jacor Communications Inc. acquires more Ohio radio stations)

From: Broadcasting & Cable | Date: January 20, 1997| Author: | Copyright information

Latest move is purchase of 32 Benchmark outlets

Tom Hicks seems,intent on taking over the country s radio stations. Last week, the chairman of Hicks, Muse, Tate & Furst Inc. (and ultimate owner of Capstar Broadcasting Partners) said Capstar is buying 32 midsize radio stations from Benchmark Communications for about $173 million (see "Changing Hands," page 42).

Including Hicks's involvement in various other companies, the broadcaster controls--or will control--196 1/2 radio stations, according to BROADCASTING & CABLE'S count. (The 1/2 is 50% interest in a Florida FM.)

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