Latest Association News
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Eau Claire station starts broadcasts from new studio
Eau Claire radio station Greatest Hits 98.1 (WISM) recently switched to a new studio. Mid-West Family Eau Claire said the new studio’s space has a long history with the company. The former WDRK-FM 99.9 was in that studio, from shortly…
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Planning underway for big 75th WBA anniversary
Your WBA turns 75 in 2026, and planning is already in full swing for the celebrations! By now you’ll have noticed that the theme for the 2026 WBA Awards Gala is Diamond Jubilee, in honor of our 75th Anniversary. We…
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Civic Media names new executive leadership team
Civic Media announced a restructuring of leadership at the three-year-old radio and Internet publishing startup. The new leadership structure includes former VP of Operations Kory Hartman being promoted to Chief Operating Officer (COO). Hartman will oversee day-to-day operations across Civic…
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Mikayla Browne named program director of Life 102.5
Life 102.5 (WNWC-FM) in Madison has named Mikayla Browne program director. Browne, who joined the station in 2023, has served as afternoon host and assistant program director for the past two and a half years. “I am incredibly proud…
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The Evolution of Broadcasting and its Impact on Journalism Education
Broadcasting has evolved over the last three decades from traditional mass media platforms such as traditional television and radio channels to Digital Multimedia Broadcasting (DMB) avenues. The era of passively consuming content during scheduled time frames is increasingly being overshadowed…
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Podcast: What’s Next for NEXTGEN TV
Television broadcasters throughout the country are voluntarily upgrading to ATSC 3.0, known to viewers as NEXTGEN TV. While most viewers have access to the signals today, broadcasters are sharing transmitter signals and hoping to completely move to ATSC 3.0 with…
