Sen. Johnson joins cosponsors of Local Radio Freedom Act

U.S. Senator Ron Johnson is joining five members of the Wisconsin House delegation in supporting the recently reintroduced Local Radio Freedom Act (LRFA). The resolutions in the House of Representatives and the Senate oppose “any new performance fee, tax, royalty,…
Weekly Radio Addresses discuss state budget, personal property tax

This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol discuss the recently signed state budget and the vetoing of a bill that would have eliminated the personal property tax. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see…
Veteran Wausau DJ shares advice, stories, ideas for radio newbies

“Morning radio is the place to be!” And no one knows that better than WIFC’s Dave Kallaway. His radio career spans four decades, with nearly three in his current role. “We were allowed to listen to the radio in high…
How to safely connect with viewers on social media

Social media is an incredible tool for connecting with your audience. But the line between sharing and oversharing is a fine one. Sara Maslar-Donar is the anchor of WKOW’s Wake Up Wisconsin Weekend morning show and reports for the weekday…
Síle Shigley named host of WPR’s ‘Simply Folk’

Síle Shigley has been named the permanent host of Wisconsin Public Radio’s long-running Sunday night folk music show “Simply Folk.” Shigley performed in the Celtic a cappella vocal quartet Navan for more than 15 years, playing across the United States,…
WISN-TV wins Service to America award

Milwaukee TV station WISN-TV is being recognized with a Service to America Award from the NAB Leadership Foundation. WISN-TV was a finalist in large market television for WISN-TV Feeds the Hungry. Within two weeks of the “stay-at-home order,” WISN knew…
Find opportunities for bettering yourself after pandemic

You probably read the book, “Getting Things Done” by David Allen. Or, maybe that’s on your To Do list. Years ago I heard of this great book to reorder my life and accomplish more in less time. I called the…
WBA slate of officers, directors announced

The WBA Nominating Committee has set a slate of officers and directors for consideration by the WBA general membership. As provided by WBA by-laws, Don Vesely, WMTV-TV, Madison, the current WBA Vice Chair and Chair-Elect, will automatically be elevated to…
Nominations open for Young Professional of the Year

Nominations are open for a WBA award to recognize the young professionals forging new paths in broadcasting. The WBA Young Professional of the Year Award seeks to recognize young broadcasters who have made a significant impact on their stations and…