Memories made at Summer Conference
Your WBA Summer Conference was, without a doubt, one to remember, but some of the memories were not quite what anyone planned for. The agenda included fantastic speakers (thank you WBA Conference Committee), great networking time, and time-honored recognition of…
Recharged and Ready: WBA working together to shape the future of local broadcasting
As the dust settles on another memorable Summer Conference, and as the newly named WBA Chair, I find myself in a truly reflective state of mind. This year was particularly special, largely driven by our 75th anniversary celebrations, robust attendance…
Jowett Fellowship recipient wants radio to excel with video
A multimedia videographer at Woodward Community Media is the recipient of the Rick Jowett Fellowship. Logan O’Leary says while Woodward has a strong radio tradition, they’re forging a new path forward to also making it a reliable video production company….
Milwaukee engineer awarded fellowship grant
Milwaukee Media Group/Saga Communications Chief Engineer John Tyler is receiving a WBA Foundation Engineering Fellowship Grant for continuing education. Tyler is enrolled in the UW-Milwaukee Flex program for an Information Science and Technology bachelor’s degree. The grant award is $1,000….
Laszewski donates 50/50 raffle winnings
Jessica Laszewski, the General Manager of WSAW-TV in Wausau, won the 50/50 raffle at the WBA Summer Conference in Lake Geneva, and donated her winnings back to the Foundation. A total of $1,150 was raised for the Foundation. Thank you…
Rhinelander station to host two Congressional debates
WJFW Newswatch 12 in Rhinelander will host two live debates in July featuring candidates seeking to represent Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District. The first debate, featuring Republican candidates, will take place on July 7, from 5-6:30 p.m. Confirmed participants are Michael Alfonso,…
CBS 58 piece awarded by firefighters
A Milwaukee TV news story about firefighter mental health won an award from the International Association of Firefighters. The story that aired on CBS 58 (WDJT-TV) was produced by Bill Walsh, Brady Headington, Eric Kriesel, and Susanne Barthel. originally aired…
36-year TV sales veteran retires
WFRV-TV account executive Vicki Boulanger is retiring after 36 years at the station. Boulanger is described by station management as the station’s “all-time top performer.” “Vicki had the respect of everyone at the station, helped mentor young sellers, and was…
Beck to retire from WFRV-TV
WFRV-TV Vice President and General Manager Judson Beck is retiring after 44 years in broadcasting. Beck joined the Green Bay station in 2022 after serving seven years as Vice President and General Manager of fellow Nexstar stations WLAX-TV/WEUX-DT in La…
