Student station WRST-FM celebrates 60th birthday
Many things have changed since 1966, but one constant has been 90.3 WRST-FM, UW-Oshkosh’s student-run radio station. WRST-FM celebrated the 60th anniversary of its first broadcast on April 20 with a birthday party at the station on the fourth floor…
WBA Foundation announces date for gubernatorial debate
The WBA Foundation Board will continue its 36-year tradition of holding statewide televised debates for Wisconsin’s voters by airing a general election debate in the 2026 Wisconsin gubernatorial race. Qualifying gubernatorial candidates will be invited to participate in a debate…
WISN-TV campaign raises $88K for Autism United Milwaukee
Through the ‘WISN 12 Day of Giving’ initiative, $88,280 was raised in support of Autism United of Wisconsin. On April 16, generous viewers and local organizations donated to empower the organization in improving the lives of people with autism and…
Big Radio debuts ‘Showcase Studios’
Big Radio in Janesville is expanding with the debut of its new “Showcase Studios.” This week WJVL midday host Chet Daniels and WJVL PD/Afternoons host Justin Brown cracked the mics for the first time at Big Radio’s new “Showcase Studios”…
Sold-out crowd celebrates 100 years of WOMT
A sold-out crowd of more than 250 attendees gathered April 9 to celebrate a century of live, local radio in Manitowoc at “Hungry for History: 100 Years of WOMT Radio.” The evening served as a tribute to WOMT’s 100-year legacy,…
Podcast: Something for everyone at NAB Show
With less than two weeks until NAB Show 2026, National Association of Broadcasters Executive Vice President, Industry Affairs and Innovation April Carty-Sipp joins Randy Gravley (GA Association of Broadcasters) and previews the wide array of offerings at broadcaster’s biggest event…
WHBY updates branding to mark 100 years serving Appleton area
Following a historic year celebrating a century of service to northeast Wisconsin, WHBY (1150 AM / 103.5 & 106.3 FM) has announced a new brand identity and logo. The rebranding effort comes on the heels of WHBY’s year-long 100th-anniversary celebration….
WBA celebrates new Hall of Fame space at Hilton Milwaukee
Your WBA Hall of Fame is now available in a newly renovated, more expansive location in the Hilton Milwaukee and a reception was held April 2 to celebrate it. As part of a wider renovation project at the hotel, the…
Reedsburg radio auction exceeds fundraising goal
The 75th annual radio auction held by Reedsburg radio station WRDB exceeded its goal of raising $75,000. The auction was held Jan. 26-20 to benefit more than 30 local non-profit groups in the Reedsburg area. More than 300 volunteers helped…
