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Podcast: Lifeline: Inside the Broadcasters Foundation of America
The Broadcasters Foundation of America (BFOA) reaches across the United States and Puerto Rico to provide an anonymous safety net for radio and television broadcaster professionals who find themselves in acute financial need due to an illness, accident, or emergency….
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Wisconsin Broadcaster available now
The September/October issue of Wisconsin Broadcaster is now available. Highlights from this issue:
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Engineers gather in Wisconsin for Midwest Regional Broadcasters Clinic
I’m pleased to report that the Midwest Regional Broadcasters Clinic—a collaborative effort between the engineering teams of the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association and the Minnesota Broadcasters Association—was a success. Now in its 69th year, the Clinic was well attended, drawing participants…
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2025 WBA Awards for Excellence Rulebook available now
Hello Wisconsin Broadcasters, On behalf of your WBA Awards Committee, we hope you had a great summer and have been documenting and saving your potential entries for this year’s contest. You are a part of the largest state broadcaster awards…
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Student scholarship competition underway
Do you know a student who could use assistance with educational expenses? The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Foundation offers three $2,500 scholarships and one $1,500 scholarship. Students who meet eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply for these scholarships. The application process…
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Sports Workshop returns to Lambeau Field
The WBA Doug Chickering – WIAA Sports Workshop was at Lambeau Field in Green Bay on Thursday, during Packer’s training camp. After an introduction from WBA President and CEO Michelle Vetterkind and Doug Chickering, attendees heard first from Doug Russell,…
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WISN names new news director
WISN-TV in Milwaukee has named Ben Hart as its new news director. A release from the station said Hart has more than a decade of award-winning journalism and managerial experience from across the country. Hart served as news director at…
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WBA files brief in open meetings case involving Appleton School Board
The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association has filed an amicus brief alongside the Wisconsin Newspaper Association and Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council supporting the plaintiff in an open meetings case against the Appleton School District Board that’s been appealed to the Wisconsin…
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100-year-old car to make appearance at WBA Gala
You can begin submitting today for the WBA Awards competition! Don’t wait until the Jan. 11 deadline! As you might have heard, the theme of the WBA Awards Gala on May 6 will be “The Great Gatsby,” giving our guests…
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Support the Broadcasters Foundation of America
The Broadcasters Foundation of America is looking for support as it enters its final phase of annual fundraising. The Foundation’s stated mission is to “improve the quality of life and maintain the personal dignity of men and women in the radio and…
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Participate in radio’s largest online survey
Jacobs Media is conducting its annual Techsurvey, which is the radio broadcasting industry’s largest survey, with over 200 participating radio stations and approximately 40,000 radio listeners. This study examines the online habits of radio audiences and has enabled us to identify key digital trends,…
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Blogging tools
Blogging is crucial part of any radio station’s digital strategy. Jacob’s Media put together a number of resources to help you launch or tune up your radio station’s blog: Guide to Launching a Station Blog How to Launch a Blog Webinar…
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Milestone year for staff at Waupaca station
Staff members at an AM/FM combo station in Waupaca are celebrating milestone years at the station, combining to contribute near 150 years of experience to serve listeners in the Wausau and Stevens Point area. The following employees at WDUX-AM 800…
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Andy Choi returns to TV in Wisconsin
Award-winning anchor and reporter Andy Choi is returning to Wisconsin to anchor weekend morning newscasts on WISN-TV. Choi will also serve as a reporter during weekday newscasts. “Wisconsin holds a special place in my heart, and I am thrilled to…
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Questions about the WBA Awards contest?
This time of year we often get questions from stations about the WBA awards contest. We will try to share those questions and the answers to them here on the WBA website. Here’s the first one we’ll share: Q: Is…
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Send well wishes to 50 year radio veteran
A Wisconsin broadcaster who’s been in the business for 50 years is getting rehab treatment for his knee and would benefit from hearing from listeners, co-workers and clients. Larry Jay’s family said he’s not been well and has lost weight….
