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WTMJ-AM named finalist for Crystal Radio Awards

WTMJ-AM in Milwaukee is one of 50 finalists for the 2020 NAB Crystal Radio Awards. Since 1987, the NAB Crystal Radio Awards have recognized radio stations for their outstanding year-round commitment to community service. Winners will be announced and the…

WBA Gala registration open

Registration is now open and hotel reservations are now available for the WBA Gala which will be held May 2 at the Madison Marriott West. Make your hotel reservations by clicking here. The Madison Marriott West is offering a rate of…

Dick Zaragoza to receive 2020 WBA Distinguished Service Award
Dick Zaragoza

The WBA’s now retired Washington lawyer, Richard (Dick) Zaragoza, will receive the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association’s Distinguished Service Award. The Award was established to recognize those who “reflect the values embodied in the Wisconsin broadcast industry of promoting economic vitality, engagement…

Doty to lead recruitment, retention for Morgan Murphy Media
Kate Doty

Morgan Murphy Media has named Kate Doty to the newly-created role of director of talent and team development. She will lead company-wide efforts to find and build relationships with quality talent, help current employees grow their careers, and promote the…

New GM named for WKBT-TV
Christopher Palmer

Christopher Palmer has been named vice president and general manager of WKBT-TV in La Crosse. Palmer has worked in broadcast management and sales for more than 20 years, most recently at WMC in Memphis, Tennessee where he worked since 2015….

Nominations sought for 2020 Distinguished Wisconsin Watchdog Award

Nominations are being sought for the 10th annual Distinguished Wisconsin Watchdog Award, recognizing an individual’s extraordinary contributions to open government or investigative journalism in Wisconsin. The award is presented jointly by the Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism, the Wisconsin Freedom of Information…