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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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Morgan Murphy stations host vaccine clinics
Morgan Murphy Media broadcast stations in 11 states, including stations in Madison, La Crosse, and Platteville, held a day-long effort to fight vaccine hesitancy. The company-wide effort titled “Vaccine Day” included phone banks, digital outreach, and no-appointment, drop-in vaccination clinics to increase the rate of adoption in the local communities served by the stations. It…
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Weekly Radio Addresses discuss state budget, elder care
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol provide updates on the state budget and elder care legislation. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from WisPolitics: — Gov. Tony Evers in this week’s Dem radio address slammed JFC Republicans for cutting nearly 400 provisions…
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Teaching, learning and living during the pandemic
It has been one year since we entered this historic pandemic that has had quite an effect on us all and that presented unprecedented challenges for educators and students but offered some surprising innovations as well. Last spring when we received notice that all classes were being moved to an online delivery platform until further…
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Magnum Media puts ALT 107.1 on air in La Crosse
Magnum Media has added its eight radio format to the La Crosse market. Alternative Music “ALT 107.1” is an HD3 of WKBH-FM La Crescent-La Crosse and is being rebroadcast on 107.1 FM W297EH from a tower overlooking La Crosse from right across the Mississippi River. ALT 107.1 will also heard soon on the free Magnum…
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Maxwell to lead WKOW-TV newsroom
Dani Maxwell has been named News Director at WKOW-TV in Madison. “Dani has been an integral part of our newsroom the minute she arrived,” said WKOW-TV General Manager Anna Engelhart. “Her experience along with her inquisitive nature, positive attitude and effective communication skills make her an excellent fit for this role.” Maxwell has been with…
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Madison TV station hosts vaccine clinic
WISC-TV in Madison is hosting a vaccine clinic at two locations on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The station is partnering with SSM Health to host the clinics at the News 3 Now studios at 7025 Raymond Road and William G. Lunney Lake Farm Park at 4330 Libby Road, Shelter #2. SSM Health…
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Positivity leads to successful broadcasting
As managers and owners of radio and TV stations in Wisconsin, what is the most important part of our job? In some cases, it depends on who you ask. The FCC expects you to operate in the community interest and follow their technical specifications. The shareholders, or your partners, or the bank expect you to…
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WBA award winners provide inspiration
Your WBA is in the fortunate position of getting to not only see but also share the great work that you, our valued radio and TV broadcasters, are doing each and every day across Wisconsin. The WBA Awards Gala gives everyone a chance to see the amazing work and dedication you bring to your communities,…
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Weekly Radio Addresses discuss helping small businesses, state budget
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol are about helping small businesses in Wisconsin and the state budget. 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 discussed the importance of Wisconsin’s Tomorrow Small…
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Wisconsin’s Native American communities share their priorities in annual State Of The Tribes Address
John D. Johnson, Sr., president of the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, welcomes members of Wisconsin’s 11 federally recognized Native American tribes and will deliver the 17th annual State of the Tribes Address to the state legislature from the Assembly Chamber on May 11 at 1 p.m. Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR) will…
