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Broadcasters collect their WBA Awards for Excellence
Radio and television stations from across Wisconsin came together Saturday to celebrate their award-winning work at the 2026 Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Awards Gala. The awards were handed out at the Madison Marriott West in Middleton with 350 in attendance. Competition for this year’s awards was as strong as ever with 1,322 award entries. A total…
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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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4 to be inducted into WBA Hall of Fame in June
The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Foundation is proud to announce the 2026 WBA Hall of Fame inductees: Dave Magnum has turned a network of radio stations into a second generation legacy in Wisconsin. Kelly Radandt’s broadcasting career reflects a rare blend of strategic leadership, compassion, and unwavering dedication to people and community. Jeff Tyler’s career stands…
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4 to be honored as Local Broadcast Legends
Four Wisconsin broadcasters are 2026 WBA Local Broadcast Legends. Randy Allen, an on-air presence with deep knowledge of country music and unwavering professionalism which has made him a trusted companion to listeners throughout the Green Bay, Appleton, and Oshkosh markets. Dave Luczak, the voice Milwaukee woke up to, becoming one of the most trusted and enduring…
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WBA 75th anniversary Summer Conference agenda released
The preliminary agenda is now available for your WBA’s Summer Conference celebration of the association’s 75th anniversary will be held June 17-18 at the Grand Geneva Resort in Lake Geneva. Registration is also open. The registration deadline is May 28. The hotel booking deadline is May 25. Speakers for this year’s conference include: Keynote: Curtis…
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Weekly Radio Addresses touch on holidays, affordability
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capito are about the holidays and affordability. 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 wishes Wisconsinites happy holidays and reminds those in need that services are…
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Janesville area radio stations raise $50K for local charities
Big Radio’s Janesville radio stations raised a record $51,000 during annual holiday charity events during the first two weeks of December. The stations said the events demonstrate how local listeners, advertisers, and on-air talent can unite to make a tangible impact. An online auction ran Dec. 1-8, featuring 35 items from 18 clients and generating…
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WMTV Share Your Holidays raises more than $1.7 million and 83K pounds of food
WMTV’s 30th annual Share Your Holidays Campaign surpassed its goal of raising $1.5 million for Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin. The final total raised was $1,737,236. The campaign also collected and sorted 83,000 pounds of food, more than double the amount from last year. Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin, which helps families and…
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Fox Valley AM station to sign off
Neenah-Menasha area AM radio station WNAM is signing off after more than 78 years on the air. The Cumulus-owned station posted the announcement to its website on Wednesday. “We’ve had the privilege of being a trusted voice in your homes, cars, and workplaces. From timeless music and unforgettable personalities to vital storm coverage and community…
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Bychinski was Reedsburg’s ‘Mr. Radio’
The WBA Hall of Famer known as “Mr. Radio” in Reedsburg, Tommy Lee Bychinski, died Monday. He was 79. Bychinski had a 44-year career in radio built on a strong foundation of community service and involvement. He was inducted into the WBA Hall of Fame in 2009. After attending Brown Institute, Bychinski began his career…
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Join young broadcasters for ‘Coffee, Critiques, and Community’
Join your fellow young broadcasters (within the first years of working in the profession) for professional development through conversation, helpful critiques, and getting your questions answered at Lambeau Field on Saturday, Feb. 28. Schedule:9-9:30 a.m. Coffee and networking9:30 am. – 10:30 a.m. Get critiques of your work from professional Wisconsin broadcasters (submitted ahead of time)10:30…
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‘Day of Giving’ raises $21K to fight childhood diseases
A fundraising effort from WISN-TV in Milwaukee to support the MACC Fund collected $21,064 to take on childhood cancer and related blood disorders. On Dec. 12, people across southeastern Wisconsin submitted donations to help children with these significant medical issues. “It’s awe-inspiring to see how our communities came out to help the kids who need…
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Vucsko named news director at WBAY-TV
Lisa Vucsko was named News Director at WBAY-TV in Green Bay. She started Dec. 15. She will lead the station’s newsroom, overseeing editorial strategy, day-to-day news operations, digital integration, and investigative projects. Vucsko is an award-winning newsroom executive with more than 28 years of experience working in and leading Midwest, cross-platform news operations. Most recently,…
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Weekly Radio Addresses promote holiday giving, bill signings
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol are about holiday giving and bills signed into law. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from WisPolitics: — In this week’s , Rep. Shae Sortwell celebrates the Christmas season, saying it is a “powerful reminder” to…
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Share this list to improve your WBA Awards entries
For many Wisconsin broadcasters, 2026 begins with a thorough look back at 2025 as part of finalizing entries for the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Awards for Excellence. The process can feel like both a blessing and a curse. It’s inspiring to revisit the best work your team produced. But finalizing your entries can sometimes feel like…
