Wisconsin Broadcaster available now
The March/April issue of the Wisconsin Broadcaster is now available. You can download it here [PDF]. Highlights from his issue: WBA Chair Chris Bernier writes about the importance of member involvement WBA President and CEO Michelle Vetterkind highlights changes…
Broadcasters meet the future at Student Seminar
“It was a great seminar and helpful information.” “I had a very eye opening experience and learned there are a lot of opportunities.” “I enjoyed the variety of sessions.” “I have been inspired.” “The seminar was overall very beneficial.” Those…
Download list of WBA Student Awards for Excellence winners
The 2019 Student Awards for Excellence winners were announced at the WBA Student Seminar held March 7, 2020. The complete list of winners is available here. Congratulations to all the winners! Great job!
Weekly Radio Addresses focus on Respect Women Act, combating addiction
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin lawmakers focus on the Respect Women Act and offering hope against addiction. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from WisPolitics: — Senate…
Polar Bear Plunge raises $34K for cancer charity
A Polar Bear Plunge event hosted by an Eagle River radio station raised more than $34,000 for a local cancer charity. WRJO led the 2020 Northwoods Original Polar Bear Plunge to benefit Angel On My Shoulder. Sixty plungers came from…
Bailey remembered for love of music
A member of the music industry with connections to Wisconsin broadcasting is being remembered for his love of music and work with numerous recording artists. Michael Thomas Bailey, 50, of Madison, formerly of Sheboygan, died Saturday. According to his obituary,…
YP Corner: The trick to bulking up your saving account
I know January is the month when most people set goals or resolutions, but for me, spring, especially March is when I make the most change in my life. For one, I usually get my tax refund and two; what…
Welton to receive 2020 NAB Radio Engineering Achievement Award
WBA Board member and regional sales manager, Central US, for Nautel Limited, Jeff Welton, will be honored April 21 with the 2020 NAB Radio Engineering Achievement Award at the NAB Show in Las Vegas. Welton handles all aspects of transmitter…
WISN-TV hosts annual Black Excellence Awards
Milwaukee TV station WISN-TV hosted and sponsored the 35th Annual Black Excellence Awards on Feb. 28. The event recognizes African Americans who have made a significant impact on southeastern Wisconsin and beyond. The annual event was presented by the Milwaukee Times…
