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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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Central Wisconsin radio host, production director wins 50/50 raffle
Production Director and On-Air Host at a group of radio stations in the Wausau/Stevens Point area won the 50/50 raffle at the WBA Awards Gala on May 2. Tonya Haze won $820 in the raffle that generated $1,640 in ticket sales. The raffle benefits the WBA Foundation. Haze said she plans to put the winnings…
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WBA Hall of Famer and Manitowoc broadcaster Lee Davis dies
Lee Davis, WBA Hall of Famer and the former owner of WCUB and WLTU in Manitowoc, has died. He was 90. Davis started his career in radio in high school when he joined the radio club. His talent was immediately noticed, and he was hired by a radio station in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In his…
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Stations raise donations for tornado relief
Midwest Communications of Wausau (WSAU, WIFC, WDEZ, WOZZ, WRIG) and Ace Hardware in Weston raised $46,082 for the Town of Ringle’s tornado relief fund during its “Relief for Ringle” cookout fundraiser. “I am thrilled to share the incredible success of our recent fundraiser at Ace Hardware,” said Midwest Communications Market Manager Brian Mitz. “The event…
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7 graduates added to Walker Broadcast Management Institute
Seven graduates of the Walker Broadcast Management Institute got their briefcases on April 15 as the Institute marked the end of another three-year cycle. The Institute is designed for broadcast managers and those seeking or being prepared for broadcast management positions. It’s held at the UW School of Business on the UW-Madison campus. This year…
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Station rallies community to clean up trash
The 5th annual Tory Lowe Community Clean Up brought together over 170 volunteers to remove more than 6,000 gallons of trash across three Milwaukee locations, continuing its mission to create cleaner, safer neighborhoods. This year’s event, run by Good Karma Brands’ 101.7 The Truth (WGKB) expanded its impact with a hazardous waste drop-off hosted by…
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Student station WRST-FM celebrates 60th birthday
Many things have changed since 1966, but one constant has been 90.3 WRST-FM, UW-Oshkosh’s student-run radio station. WRST-FM celebrated the 60th anniversary of its first broadcast on April 20 with a birthday party at the station on the fourth floor of the Arts and Communication Center on campus. UWO faculty, staff, students, and alumni joined…
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WISN-TV campaign raises $88K for Autism United Milwaukee
Through the ‘WISN 12 Day of Giving’ initiative, $88,280 was raised in support of Autism United of Wisconsin. On April 16, generous viewers and local organizations donated to empower the organization in improving the lives of people with autism and their family members. The timely campaign took place during Autism Acceptance Month, which is celebrated…
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Big Radio debuts ‘Showcase Studios’
Big Radio in Janesville is expanding with the debut of its new “Showcase Studios.” This week WJVL midday host Chet Daniels and WJVL PD/Afternoons host Justin Brown cracked the mics for the first time at Big Radio’s new “Showcase Studios” at 1 East Milwaukee Street on the corner of Main Street in downtown Janesville. The…
