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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…
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New WBA Hall of Fame at Hilton Milwaukee
Your WBA Hall of Fame is now available in a newly renovated, more expansive location in the Hilton Milwaukee. As part of a wider renovation project at the hotel, the Hall of Fame recently reopened at its new location in…
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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…
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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. –…
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Agenda announced for 2026 Student Forum at Lambeau Field
The agenda for the 2026 Student Forum at Lambeau Field on Feb. 28 is available now! The keynote address will be delivered by Bill Jartz, legendary WBAY-TV anchor and PS announcer for the Green Bay Packers. Watch for updates as…
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Weekly Radio Addresses focus on tourism, redistricting commission
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from the State Capitol focus on helping Wisconsin’s tourism industry and Gov. Evers’ redistricting commission. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from WisPolitics: —…
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WPR to air 3rd Congressional District debates
Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR) is hosting two, live broadcast debates featuring primary candidates for Wisconsin’s 3rd District seat in the House of Representatives. The first debate will air on Friday, July 31 at 10 a.m. and feature the Republican primary candidates…
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Broadcasters serve communities through adversity, uncertainty
Broadcasting is hard. And yes…it’s always been hard. You don’t do it because it’s easy. You do it because you truly believe in the public service you provide to your local communities and your fellow Wisconsinites. But right now, it’s…
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Pandemic prompts cancellation of 2020 Broadcasters Clinic
The 2020 Broadcasters Clinic, scheduled to take place in October, will be canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. This is the first time in the Broadcasters Clinic’s 64-year history that it has not been held. “This is a deeply disappointing…
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Use your talents for volunteerism
As local broadcasters, community is arguably our industry’s greatest strength. Not only are we fortunate enough to super serve our neighbors with vital information and entertainment, we’re also in a position to fully immerse ourselves in the cities from which…
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Covering a protest? Be prepared
Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press shares some useful guides to help you better understand your rights and avoid incident: https://www.rcfp.org/resources/police-protesters-and-the-press/
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Eighteen hours a week at $9.25 an hour
Note: I started working on this article long before the coronavirus pandemic began. I fully understand that many stations are in crisis mode at present with revenue challenges, hiring freezes and even layoffs. However, the issues I’ve raised here predate…
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Broadcasters step up during unbelievable times
What a tremendous job Wisconsin Broadcasters have done during the pandemic. I think it is safe to say virtually every radio and TV station participated in or produced their own community events to help residents. Midwest Communications in central Wisconsin…
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Wausau radio GM dies in accidental drowning
Brett Lucht, the Market Manager of Midwest Communications in Wausau, died Friday of an accidental drowning while on vacation. He was 50. “Brett has been an important part of our family,” Midwest Communications President and CEO Duke Wright said. “He…
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Weekly Radio Addresses promote mask wearing, celebrate Independence Day
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin lawmakers promote mask wearing to protect against the spread of COVID-19 and celebrate Independence Day. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from…
