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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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Heartland stations supporting local businesses in northern Wisconsin
Heartland Communications radio stations in Eagle River and Ashland are doing what they can to help local communities and local businesses through the COVID-19 crisis. The four Eagle River radio stations are hosting a free program with local businesses letting the public know that they are open and ready for their business. They’re also running…
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Wisconsin’s public TV stations to begin at-home learning broadcasts Monday
As schools in Wisconsin have closed to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, PBS Wisconsin and Milwaukee PBS have outlined an ambitious plan, in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, to support at-home learning for students and families by broadcasting a new weekday television schedule of programming with digital resources that connect to Wisconsin’s state academic…
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Weekly Radio Addresses focused on COVID-19, Safer at Home
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers and Assembly Speaker Robin Vos are focused on COVID-19 and the state’s “Safer at Home” order. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from WisPolitics: — Gov. Tony Evers discussed the details of his “Safer…
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La Crosse radio stations gather, share info to help with COVID-19
Mid-West Family radio stations in La Crosse are working on gathering information for the community to help residents cope with the COVID-19 crisis. The stations are using the website aroundrivercity.com to allow local businesses to post updates about changes in their business hours and services. They’re also using the website to promote local and regional…
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Radio Milwaukee mixes up programs to address needs under COVID-19
Community radio station Radio Milwaukee is changing up its programming in reaction to the needs of listeners coping with the effects of the COVID-19 crisis. The station created a weekday program called “School of Rock” to teach kids home from school about the musicians that have shaped our world. It airs 9-10 a.m. Weekdays at…
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Milwaukee TV station promotes local businesses with ‘We’re Open’ campaign
Milwaukee TV station WTMJ-TV has launched a public service campaign called “We’re Open” to support local business owners and their workers during the COVID-19 crisis. Through a multiplatform campaign, WTMJ-TV is encouraging viewers to help local small businesses stay afloat through this challenging period. Running across broadcast, over-the-top, digital and social media channels, the “We’re…
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Radio stations source for COVID-19 information in Mauston
Mauston radio stations WRJC-AM and WRJC-FM are providing listeners with a lot of information and support during the COVID-19 crisis. The stations have welcomed local lawmakers, including Rep. Ron Kind, local health officials, local business officials, and food pantry advocates onto the radio to keep listeners informed and engaged with information about how they can…
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Monona LPFM hosts dance parties to help kids at home
Monona community radio station WVMO-LP is hosting three dance parties a week to help kids at home “get the wiggles out” while they’re practicing social distancing because of COVID-19. At 10 a.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, the station takes a 10-minute break from its Americana format to play dance music. Monona Library’s Children’s Librarian,…
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Station partners with community group to help COVID-19 response
A Wausau radio station is working with community organization, Payton’s Promise, to make sure residents get what they need during the COVID-19 crisis. 89Q (WCLQ) is promoting the group’s efforts to collect food and make sure students who rely on school lunch don’t go hungry, packing food to be given out to families at grab…
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The Family Radio Network creates community through COVID-19 crisis
The Family Radio Network is connecting with its local communities through a Facebook group where listeners are posting needs, encouragement, updates, and information about concerts artists are performing via livestream during the COVID-19 crisis. The network recently wrapped up its “Our Help for the Homeless” campaign and has been using the donations to help those…
