Last minute holiday promotions

Christmas is almost here, but there’s still time to squeeze in a last-minute holiday promotion. Here are some ideas from Jacobs Media.
Damberg named to run WPR northern regional office

Wisconsin Public Radio has named a public radio veteran from Duluth, Minnesota to head its northern regional office based in Superior. WPR said in a release that Paul Damberg was chosen after an extensive national search. He’s only the second…
WISN names new news director

WISN-TV in Milwaukee has named Ben Hart as its new news director. A release from the station said Hart has more than a decade of award-winning journalism and managerial experience from across the country. Hart served as news director at…
WBA files brief in open meetings case involving Appleton School Board

The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association has filed an amicus brief alongside the Wisconsin Newspaper Association and Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council supporting the plaintiff in an open meetings case against the Appleton School District Board that’s been appealed to the Wisconsin…
100-year-old car to make appearance at WBA Gala

You can begin submitting today for the WBA Awards competition! Don’t wait until the Jan. 11 deadline! As you might have heard, the theme of the WBA Awards Gala on May 6 will be “The Great Gatsby,” giving our guests…
Support the Broadcasters Foundation of America

The Broadcasters Foundation of America is looking for support as it enters its final phase of annual fundraising. The Foundation’s stated mission is to “improve the quality of life and maintain the personal dignity of men and women in the radio and…
Participate in radio’s largest online survey

Jacobs Media is conducting its annual Techsurvey, which is the radio broadcasting industry’s largest survey, with over 200 participating radio stations and approximately 40,000 radio listeners. This study examines the online habits of radio audiences and has enabled us to identify key digital trends,…
Blogging tools

Blogging is crucial part of any radio station’s digital strategy. Jacob’s Media put together a number of resources to help you launch or tune up your radio station’s blog: Guide to Launching a Station Blog How to Launch a Blog Webinar…
Milestone year for staff at Waupaca station

Staff members at an AM/FM combo station in Waupaca are celebrating milestone years at the station, combining to contribute near 150 years of experience to serve listeners in the Wausau and Stevens Point area. The following employees at WDUX-AM 800…