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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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Wisconsin Broadcaster available now
The May/June issue of the Wisconsin Broadcaster is now available. You can download it here [PDF]. Highlights from his issue: WBA Chair Steve Lavin writes about the importance of local elections. WBA President and CEO Michelle Vetterkind highlights the major headlines from the WBA. New award recognizes young professionals A new celebrity golf outing…
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Storytelling workshop with international collaboration sends powerful messages
The act of collaboration or working with others as a team applies to many aspects of life and certainly the work that we as storytellers and educators do with our students and colleagues. The reasons for collaborating vary from using resources to sharing ideas, which can result in wonderful and unexpected outcomes. An international partnership…
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NRG Media Chairman, CEO to receive National Radio Award
NRG Media Chairman and CEO Mary Quass will receive the National Radio Award during the Radio Show luncheon program on Sept. 25 Wednesday, September 25. The 2019 Radio Show, produced by the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) and the Radio Advertising Bureau (RAB), will be held Sept. 24-26 in Dallas, Texas. “We are pleased to honor…
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YP Corner: How big dreams begin in small markets
There is nothing more exciting than accepting a job offer. And if you’ve cast a wide net, that job offer could be hundreds or thousands of miles away. It can be a lot of ‘new’ if you’re just beginning your career. A new job, a new city and a new role. After the newness fades…
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2 photographers awarded Jowett Fellowship
Two television photographers working in Madison are the 2019 recipients of the Rick Jowett Fellowship. Ethan Freel works at WKOW-TV in Madison. He was awarded $500 to join the National Press Photographers Association (NPPA) and attend the NPPA’s week-long video workshop in Norman, Oklahoma. Freel said he has a passion and drive for storytelling and…
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FCC visits Wisconsin consumers
Representatives of the Federal Communications Commission’s Consumer Affairs and Outreach Division visited Wisconsin this week as part of a two-state swing through the Midwest to talk to residents about consumer issues. The meetings started earlier this week in Minnesota. The first meeting in Wisconsin was held Wednesday evening at the La Crosse Public Library. The…
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Jay Wilson leaving WISC-TV in December
WISC-TV Sports Director Jay Wilson plans to resign in December after 39 years covering local sports. “After 39 years in local television, it’s time for a change. I’ve had great experiences along the way. I’m in good health and will be leaving on my own terms,” Wilson said. “I’m proud of what I’ve accomplished through…
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Janesville radio station named Station of the Year at Conclave
WCLO in Janesville was recognized as Small Market Station of the Year at the Conclave radio conference. The awards were handed out June 20 in Minneapolis. One station in each of four market sizes is recognized by their peers at the conference as being the best in community and radio industry contributions. Other finalist in…
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Hall of Fame photos available now
Photos from the WBA Hall of Fame induction last week at the Osthoff Resort are now available. See below. The four inductees are: · Clif Groth’s engineering expertise has touched countless radio stations throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest. · Dean Maytag is passionate about broadcasting and has been dedicated to television, local…
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Award to recognize young professionals in broadcasting
A new WBA Award will recognize the young professionals forging new paths in broadcasting. The WBA Young Professional of the Year Award seeks to recognize young broadcasters who have made a significant impact on their stations and communities. Nominees must be under the age of 40 at the time of their nomination and must have…
