Wausau stations shatter holiday fundraising record
A holiday fundraising effort from two Wausau TV stations shattered its own record by more than doubling its previous campaign record. WSAW and WZAW raised $208,532 during their 2020 Share Your Holidays campaign. The previous record was $100,091. The donations…
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Large police presence. Raise your hand if you’ve uttered those words once or twice. I cannot think of a story harder to tell than the one where you have no information. I’ll set the scene: Newsroom phone rings. It’s a…
Making the most of an overnight work schedule
“When do you go in?” If you’ve ever worked a morning show shift you’ve likely been asked that question with a look of disgust from inquiring minds. Kassandra Sepeda has anchored Sunrise 7 in Wausau for nearly four years and…
Janesville sports fans remember local broadcaster
A longtime radio sports director in Janesville is being remembered for his hard work and dedication. Al Fagerli, 67, died unexpectedly on Dec. 14 in Illinois. He retired from WCLO radio in Janesville in 2016. According to his obituary, Fagerli…
Converge Radio returns to new dial location in Eau Claire
Converge Radio is back on the air in the Eau Claire area on a new transmitter after its previous station was sold. Converge Radio was previously on the air on WDRK, which the UW-Eau Claire Foundation recently sold to The…
2 Wisconsin broadcasters named to ’30 and Under Superstars’ list
Two Wisconsin broadcasters are among 30 broadcasters recognized as “30 and Under Superstars” by Radio Ink. Ben Brust from Good Karma Brands in Madison and Reid Magnum of Magnum Media were both included in the 2020 class of honorees, only…
WFHR marks 80 years on the air
WFHR is celebrating 80 years on the air in Wisconsin Rapids. The station went on the air Nov. 5, 1940 and was broadcasting election results on the first day, which was also Election Day. WFHR stands for William F Huffman…
WISN-TV raises $137K for Salvation Army
For the first time ever, WISN 12 and The Salvation Army joined forces for the ‘#RescueChristmas’ fundraiser. It provides toys, along with food, clothes, and shelter services, to children and families in need across southeastern Wisconsin. From Dec. 7 through…
Madison station delivers holiday cheer
A Madison radio stations lifted the spirits of those in need during the holiday season with its annual 12 Trees of Christmas event. WOLX-FM asked listeners to nominate someone they know who is struggling through the holiday season to receive…
