Fort Wayne Radio: WJFX Recruits Billy Cova for Evenings

Billy Cova

Billy Cova (On-air as “Cova”) has been named the new evening host for market-leading Top 40 station, WJFX HOT 1079.

Cova was previously the night host at Entercom’s WDZH (then-98.7 AMP Radio) Detroit, MI. Cova became a free agent when WDZH changed format in November from Top 40 to Soft Adult Contemporary.

HOT 1079 Brand Manager Robbie Mack says, “We received a lot of great submissions for nights. There were some really solid candidates out there, but Cova’s personality and experience stood out. He’s a naturally funny and entertaining guy and he’s just what we need to stay on top at night.”

Cova says, “I’m so excited to join the team at HOT! This station is a staple in Fort Wayne and I can’t wait to engage with the community. Thanks to (Brand Manager) Robbie Mack and (VP/General Manager) Kevin Musselman for the opportunity.”

The night show opening is created as former night host Patrick Grey exits full-time radio for a career at Parkview Health in Fort Wayne. Robbie says “I’m glad to say Patrick is also sticking around and will be on the air every weekend. I can’t thank him enough for all of the contributions he has made to HOT over the years.”