Greg Hoffman and Andre Covington Retired from Q97
The long-running Fresno morning radio hosts stepped down after 25 years on air.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Casino
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Greg Hoffman and Andre Covington have retired from their popular Fresno morning radio program. The duo concluded their 25-year run following their final broadcast on September 18, 2026.
Why it matters
The change marks a significant shift for local morning radio listeners in Fresno as a long-standing program concludes its tenure. The station has transitioned the prime morning time slot to a new show as the former hosts move into different professional chapters.
The program consistently maintained Top 3 status in Nielsen ratings throughout its tenure. The show concluded its 25-year history on Q97, where the pair had broadcasted since 2013.
The players
Greg Hoffman
He is a veteran radio personality who has transitioned to a mid-day hosting role at Q97.
Andre Covington
He is a long-time radio host who is leaving the industry to pursue professional stand-up comedy.
Dana Cortez
She is the host of The Dana Cortez Show, which has taken over the morning time slot on Q97.
Kimmie Marquez
She is a radio personality at Q97 who has been reassigned to the station's afternoon program.
Lexi Govea
She is a former station staff member who left to accept a new role in television news in Texas.
The details
Following the retirement, Greg Hoffman transitioned to the 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. time slot on the station. Meanwhile, Andre Covington is shifting his focus toward a career as a stand-up comedian, while Kimmie Marquez moved to an afternoon slot and Lexi Govea departed for a television position in Texas.
Timeline
2013: Greg Hoffman and Andre Covington joined Q97.
September 18, 2026: The duo completed their final morning broadcast.
September 19, 2026: The show officially reached its retirement date.
September 21, 2026: The hosts formally passed show responsibilities to the new team.
Industry Dynamics
This transition follows the industry pattern where the departure of legacy morning hosts triggers a full programming reset. It reflects the broader radio strategy of refreshing high-value time slots to maintain listener engagement in a competitive market.
Listeners will now find The Dana Cortez Show occupying the 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. morning block. Greg Hoffman can still be heard on Q97 during his new mid-day time slot between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
The takeaway
The retirement of long-term hosts serves as a reminder of how frequently local radio programming is reshuffled to accommodate shifting station priorities. Listeners should check their local station schedules to follow their favorite personalities as they move into new time slots or career paths.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Fresno Bee.
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