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Podcast: The State of Spanish Radio: Its Future and Relevance
Monica Armenta (NM Broadcasters Assoc.) is joined by SDC Broadcasting’s Matt Martinez and Radio Ink and RBR+TVBR publisher Deborah Parenti to talk about Spanish-language radio; its growth, its challenges, and why it’s one of the most vibrant and resilient sectors of broadcasting.
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WBA joins DC fly-in to keep AM radio in every vehicle
Your WBA was in Washington D.C. this week, along with broadcasters representing 30 other states, to call on Congress to pass the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act. The bills in both houses of Congress have overwhelming bipartisan support. The House bill has more than 300 cosponsors and the Senate bill has 60 cosponsors. Broadcasters…
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YP of the Month ‘excels in leadership’
A producer at WEAU-TV in Eau Claire, Melanie Walleser, is the WBA Young Professional of the Month for the month of July. 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 on…
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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. As the sole videographer for the company, he wants to grow the effort into a…
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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 on Oct. 9 at 7 p.m., hosted by Milwaukee PBS. Radio and television stations from…
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WBA awards competition begins today
Competition for the 2021 WBA Awards for Excellence begins today. Stations can now submit award entries through BetterBNC. All entries must be submitted by Jan. 12, 2022 at 6 p.m. CT. For more on this and the other changes in this year’s program, check out this article from the WBA Awards Committee. You can find more details…
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TV station’s food drive raises more than $141K for local families
The ‘Food For Families Drive,’ organized by WISN 12 in Milwaukee and Hunger Task Force, has raised $141,633. The campaign, which has occurred annually for the last 10 years, ensures that families across southeastern Wisconsin have healthy meals for the holiday season. “This is a difficult time for many, so it’s really inspiring to see…
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Weekly Radio Addresses encourage local shopping, grieving for Waukesha
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol ask Wisconsinites to consider shopping local this holiday season and also address the tragedy in Waukesha. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from WisPolitics: — In this week’s Democratic radio address, Gov. Tony Evers wished Wisconsinites…
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La Crosse TV station makes food bank donation
La Crosse TV station WLAX-TV is donating $5,000 to The Hunger Task Force of La Crosse through the Nexstar Media Charitable Foundation. For 23 years, The Hunger Task Force has provided a safety net of emergency food to a network of local food pantries and meal programs serving western Wisconsin. It is the only free…
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Good Karma Brands announces nominees for 10th annual Wisconsin Sports Awards televised event: History Made
Good Karma Brands is announcing the 10th annual Wisconsin Sports Awards: History Made, a televised event hosted by ESPN Milwaukee morning show host and national ESPN reporter, Jen Lada. The event recognizes and celebrates high school, collegiate, and professional athletes across the state of Wisconsin. Fans can expect to watch captivating storytelling, interviews, and more…
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Weekly Radio Addresses focused on workforce
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol are all about Wisconsin’s workforce. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from WisPolitics: — In this week’s Republican radio address, Rep. Warren Petryk, R-Town of Washington, highlighted National Youth Apprenticeship Week. “The youth apprenticeship program began…
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Jimenez to lead sales effort at NRG Media cluster
Phil Jimenez is the new sales managers at the NRG Media four-station cluster in Wausau/Stevens Point. “I am thrilled to be joining the strong and successful team at NRG Media – Wausau/Stevens Point!” Jimenez said. “I look forward to assisting in the continued success of our stations to deliver great local radio, measurable results for…
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Garcia to lead WDJT-TV newsroom
Milwaukee television news veteran Jessie Garcia is joining CBS 58 (WDJT-TV) as news director. Garcia will lead all news programming efforts on television and digital platforms for CBS 58, WMLW “The M” and Telemundo Wisconsin. She joins CBS 58 from WTMJ-TV where she most recently served as the editorial director. In her more than 25-year…
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WLUK-TV food drive generates 20K pounds of food
FOX 11 (WLUK-TV) in Green Bay teamed up with area food pantries to help fight hunger. “FOX 11 Food Project: Northeast Wisconsin Gives Thanks” helped bring in 20,295 pounds of food among three area food pantries, along with $4,405 in cash donations. “We are so thankful to all those who stopped by and donated food…
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Weekly Radio Addresses honor veterans
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol honor veterans in recognition of Veterans Day. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from WisPolitics: — In this week’s Democratic radio address, Gov. Tony Evers and his administration recognized Veterans Day and expressed their commitment to…
