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Wisconsin Broadcaster available now
The September/October issue of Wisconsin Broadcaster is now available. Highlights from this issue:
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Shockleys establish Young Broadcasters Development Fund
WBA Hall of Famers Terry and Sandy Shockley are the founding grantors of the newly established Young Broadcasters Development Fund, aimed at inspiring career building in the broadcast industry. “Our mission with this fund is to inspire and motivate young people to pursue a career in broadcasting,” Terry and Sandy Shockey said. “The rewards are…
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Engineers gather in Wisconsin for Midwest Regional Broadcasters Clinic
I’m pleased to report that the 70th Midwest Regional Broadcasters Clinic was a tremendous success. This annual event, a collaborative effort between the engineering teams of the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association and the Minnesota Broadcasters Association, attracted attendees from 36 states, Washington, D.C., and four countries, making it one of the most geographically diverse Clinics to…
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YP of the Month brings ‘enthusiasm and creativity’
A news producer at WBAY-TV in Green Bay, Garett Hagen, is the WBA Young Professional of the Month for the month of September. The WBA Young Professional of the Month is a nominee for the WBA Young Professional of the Year Award. The award seeks to recognize young broadcasters who have made a significant impact…
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Student scholarship competition underway
Do you know a student who could use assistance with educational expenses? The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Foundation offers three $2,500 scholarships and one $1,500 scholarship. Students who meet eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply for these scholarships. The application process is online. It’s available on the WBA website at wi-broadcasters.org/scholarships Students who have completed at…
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Chair: Back to school, back to the signal: How local broadcasters keep our communities connected
Every year, as the late-summer air turns crisp across our great state of Wisconsin, my house turns into a chaotic staging ground of school supplies piles, backpacks, brand-new shoes fresh out of the box and first-day outfits. Watching my kids gear up for another school year is both exciting and overwhelming; the shift from easygoing…
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Williamsen named to lead WFRV-TV in Green Bay
Carolyn Williamsen has been named Vice President and General Manager of WFRV-TV in Green Bay, overseeing broadcast and digital operations at the Nexstar-owned television station. She will report to Brandin Stewart, Senior Vice President and Regional Manager for Nexstar’s broadcasting division. Williamsen brings more than three decades of experience in television broadcast sales and management…
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Weekly Radio Addresses touch on 9/11, trade war
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol are about the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and the U.S. trade war with Canada. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from WisPolitics: — In this week’s GOP radio address, Sen. Julian Bradley, R-New Berlin, reflects on…
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Merz joins WSAW-TV weather team
Meteorologist Emily Merz will join its First Alert Weather team at WSAW-TV NewsChannel 7 in Wausau. Beginning Sept. 14, Merz will work Monday through Friday delivering critical afternoon and evening forecasts across the station’s multiple platforms. WSAW-TV said Merz is known for her engaging on-air presence and ability to break down complex meteorological data. “Merz…
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Weekly Radio Addresses discuss back to school, Labor Day
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol discuss back to school, and Labor Day. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from WisPolitics: — In this week’s Dem radio address, Gov. Tony Evers celebrates the start of the 2026-27 school year, thanking educators and…
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WPR names new hosts for WPR Music’s morning, midday programs
Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR) today announced a host lineup change for WPR Music, its statewide classical music network. Beginning Sept. 7, Ezra Wall will become the new host of “Morning Classics,” airing weekdays from 6 to 10 a.m., and Stephanie Elkins will become the new host of “Midday Classics,” airing weekdays from 10 a.m. to…
