Karen Adams Named VP and GM of WJZY, WMYT

Former WGHP president to run anticipated Fox duopoly in Charlotte

By Tim Baysinger -- Broadcasting & Cable, 3/7/2013 12:50:51 PM

Karen Adams has been named VP and general manager of WJZY and WMYT, the anticipated Fox duopoly in Charlotte.

The hire becomes effective upon FCC approval of the sale of the stations. Adams will report directly to Jack Abernethy, CEO of Fox Television Stations. Adams has most recently served as president and GM of the WGHP Fox 8 in Greensboro, N.C., which had been a Fox-owned station from 1996-2008.

In making the announcement, Abernethy stated, "Karen has managed one of the most successful stations in the country. I couldn't be happier to welcome her back."

Added Adams, "This is such a unique and exciting opportunity to run WJZY AND WMYT for Fox in Charlotte.  North Carolina is my home and I look forward to rejoining my Fox Television Station colleagues."

FTS agreed to purchase the two stations from Capitol Broadcasting Company in January for $18 million.