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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…
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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…
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WBA YP of the Year brings patience, positivity to newsroom
The assistant news director for WFRV-TV in Green Bay, McKenna Rentmeester, is the WBA Young Professional of the Year. Rentmeester was selected by a subcommittee of the WBA Board of Directors from a pool of six YP of the Month…
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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….
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Reception to celebrate new WBA Hall of Fame
Your WBA Hall of Fame is now available in a newly renovated, more expansive location in the Hilton Milwaukee and a reception is scheduled for April 2 to celebrate it. The reception is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Registration…
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New education debt relief grant added to WBA Foundation
Your WBA Foundation is adding the Eric Miller PantherVision Education Debt Relief Grant as the third such grant available to Wisconsin broadcasters looking to reduce their debt from post-secondary education. The grant is available to television news producers, photojournalists, or…
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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….
