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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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WOMT expands to FM in its 100th year
Celebrating its 100th year, WOMT radio in Manitowoc is simulcasting its signal on FM starting Sunday. The Seehafer Broadcasting station will now be available on both 1240 AM and 98.9 FM. “For the past two years, our team has been thoughtfully planning not only how to celebrate 100 years of live, local radio — but…
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Weekly Radio Addresses are about economic data and no taxes on tips
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol are about a call to release economic data and an effort to remove taxes on tips. 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 calls on…
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Reception to celebrate new WBA Hall of Fame
Your WBA Hall of Fame is now available in a newly renovated, more expansive location in the Hilton Milwaukee and a reception is scheduled for April 2 to celebrate it. The reception is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Registration is $75 and available here. To make a hotel reservation, click here or call 414-935-5940…
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Truett named news director at WISC-TV
Mike Truett has been promoted to News Director of WISC-TV in Madison. Truett joined the News 3 Now team last summer as Assistant News Director. The company said he, “has demonstrated strong leadership abilities from day one.” “Over the past several months, he has served as interim news director during a nationwide search process, skillfully…
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Podcast: The Future of Broadcasting Through a CES Lens
In this episode of Broadcast Advocate, host Casey Jones (Michigan Association of Broadcasters) sits down with Fred and Paul Jacobs of Jacobs Media to break down what CES 2026 revealed about the future of broadcasting. From the rise of applied AI to the growing importance of companionship, collaboration, and presence, the conversation focuses on how…
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Morgan Murphy Media unveils new logo
Morgan Murphy Media unveiled its new company logo, marking the first major brand refresh in several decades for the family-owned media enterprise. The company said “the new logo represents strength and a bold attitude while paying homage to the company’s rich 135-year history and evolution across four distinct media pillars.” The centerpiece of the new…
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New education debt relief grant added to WBA Foundation
Your WBA Foundation is adding the Eric Miller PantherVision Education Debt Relief Grant as the third such grant available to Wisconsin broadcasters looking to reduce their debt from post-secondary education. The grant is available to television news producers, photojournalists, or video editors. Funds for the grant were initially raised by a group of Miller’s classmates…
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Broadcasters build relationships at the State Capitol
About 50 Wisconsin broadcasters gathered in Madison on Jan. 21 to talk to state lawmakers about legislative issues and how local radio and TV stations are serving their constituents. Before making calls at the Capitol, broadcasters heard from Professor of Law and Public Policy at Marquette Law School, Chares Franklin, Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, and…
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Weekly Radio Addresses on data centers, education
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol are about data centers and preparing students for college. 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, Rep. Shannon Zimmerman says his data center bill will “strike a balance…
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Four to be awarded scholarships during Student Forum at Lambeau
Four scholarships will be given out during the WBA Student Forum at Lambeau Field on Feb. 28 to students studying broadcasting in Wisconsin. Learn more about the WBA Student Scholarship program and apply here. The recipients are: Lexi Hull Lexi Hull is the 2025 WBA Foundation Scholarship recipient. Hull is attending UW-Stevens Point and majoring…
