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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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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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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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Dylan Eckhart named WAOW-TV Sports Director
Dylan Eckhart was promoted from 9 News Multimedia Journalist to WAOW Sports Director on July 1. Eckhart joins anchor Justin Betti and 9 Storm Track Meteorologist Jackson Garlock weeknights at 6 and 10 p.m. Eckhart earned a bachelor’s degree in Radio, TV, and Film from the UW-Oshkosh. During his time at Oshkosh, Eckhart was the…
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WISN-TV adds Kirchhaine to weather team
Kristen Kirchhaine will be the weekend evening meteorologist in WISN-TV in Milwaukee starting Aug 3. Kirchhaine joins anchor Kendall Keys during WISN 12 News at 5 p.m., 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. on Saturdays, along with WISN 12 News at 5:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. on Sundays. She has extensive forecasting experience, including more than…
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WBA Awards adds special category for America 250
America 250! What an incredible array of celebrations, events, and promotions we get to choose from for this year’s WBA Awards “Special Category!” From station imaging, special programming, and client commercials, to interviews, on-site broadcasts, community service, and anything else your station has done to partner with the community to honor this moment in our…
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Memories made at Summer Conference
Your WBA Summer Conference was, without a doubt, one to remember, but some of the memories were not quite what anyone planned for. The agenda included fantastic speakers (thank you WBA Conference Committee), great networking time, and time-honored recognition of our Local Broadcast Legends and WBA Hall of Famers. But of course, this was our…
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Wisconsin Broadcaster available now
The July/August issue of Wisconsin Broadcaster is now available. Highlights from this issue:
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Recharged and Ready: WBA working together to shape the future of local broadcasting
As the dust settles on another memorable Summer Conference, and as the newly named WBA Chair, I find myself in a truly reflective state of mind. This year was particularly special, largely driven by our 75th anniversary celebrations, robust attendance numbers, and great discussions. Seeing the meeting rooms filled with passionate radio, TV, and digital…
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WPR to premiere ‘The Lee Rayburn Show’ on July 6
Wisconsin Public Radio will launch “The Lee Rayburn Show” on July 6, beginning a new chapter for WPR’s longtime midday call-in program following host Larry Meiller’s retirement June 30. Rayburn will host Mondays through Thursdays, while Jill Nadeau will lead “Garden Talk” on Fridays. “The program features expert guests, practical advice and conversations on topics…
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Milwaukee engineer awarded fellowship grant
Milwaukee Media Group/Saga Communications Chief Engineer John Tyler is receiving a WBA Foundation Engineering Fellowship Grant for continuing education. Tyler is enrolled in the UW-Milwaukee Flex program for an Information Science and Technology bachelor’s degree. The grant award is $1,000. Tyler has been a broadcast engineer for 30 years. He’s worked in TV and both…
