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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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Drive generates 6,100 meals for the hungry
A food drive run by a Milwaukee radio station raised more than $1,500 and collected more than 1,900 pounds of food to benefit Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin. 97.3 The Game (WRNW) held its inaugural Food for the Holidays drive on Dec.14 featuring iHeartMedia Milwaukee’s on-air personalities including Drew Olson, KB, Josh, Bailey Coleman and Quinn,…
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Video: Wisconsin Broadcasters making a difference this holiday season
Thank you to all the Wisconsin broadcasters who made the season a little brighter!
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Wish-A-Thon raises more than $250,000 for Make-A-Wish
A wish-a-thon hosted by a Milwaukee radio station raised more than $250,000 for Make-A-Wish Wisconsin. iHeartMedia Milwaukee’s 95.7 BIG FM (WRIT) conducted its 10th annual Wish-A-Thon Dec. 13-14 featuring on-air personalities Dave Murphy and Meg McKenzie who encouraged listeners to donate on-air and online. “We’re so proud of Murphy, Meg and the entire 95.7 BIG…
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Station, Marines set record for Toys for Tots collection
A Madison TV station worked with the Marine Corps Reserve to set a new record for collecting holiday Toys for Tots. WKOW-TV worked with the Marines to get toys for nearly 9,000 children in the Madison area. The Marines raised $6,500 for Toys for Tots and WKOW meteorologists Bob Lindmeier and John Zeigler and anchor…
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‘Saints’ contribute to Children’s Hospital
An Appleton radio station holding a contest to raise money for Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin found more generosity than they expected from listeners not even involved in the contest who called in their own donations. 105.7 WAPL held a contest named “Saint or Scrooge” during its afternoon show where a listener was offered $200 and…
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Toolbox event ‘bigger and better’ for 2019
Throughout my career I’ve always been a firm believer in continuing education. As the world around us evolves and technology advances, communication styles change and influence the way people interact with the world on a daily basis. As professionals in the business world and specifically in the broadcasting industry, it is important for us to…
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Viewers call in to support sick children
A Milwaukee TV station used a phone bank to raise money to support sick children and their families during the holiday season and beyond. WISN-TV partnered with Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin to raise $16,300 during the Dec. 13 fundraising drive. Phone lines were open throughout the afternoon and into the evening for viewers to provide…
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Radiothon raises $225K for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
A radiothon conducted by a Milwaukee radio station raised more than $225,000 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. iHeartMedia’s FM106.1 (WMIL-FM) held its second annual two-day radiothon Dec. 6-7 featuring on-air personalities Ridder, Scott & Shannen; Quinn and Hannah who encouraged listeners to donate on-air and online. “The FM106.1 team is so full of passion…
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WBA Awards offer recognition for election coverage
As we get close to the deadline for submitting entries for the 2018 WBA Awards for Excellence I want to touch on one that is unique, is available to TV and radio, and will go toward the tally that determines the major awards: Station Of The Year and News Operation Of The Year. That’s the…
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WPT announces education-focused partnership
Wisconsin Public Television is getting involved in a new partnership to bring more resources to K-12 education. The Timothy William Trout Education Innovation Lab is designed to create, connect, and activate world-class content creators in science, instruction and media with teachers and learners across the state and the nation. It will leverage the data, knowledge,…
