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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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WBA program helps stations plan for crisis
Radio and TV stations throughout the state can take an easy step toward being prepared for an emergency by getting Broadcaster Emergency Personnel ID cards for engineering staff members. Many stations already participate in the Broadcaster Emergency Personnel ID program,…
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More than radio: Expanding multimedia opportunities for students
In my role as Director of Student Radio at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, I’m often asked questions about the vitality of terrestrial radio in today’s sprawling media landscape. From well-meaning visitors who are curious about how many people really listen…
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Run the numbers for successful WBA Awards season
Nobody said there’d be math!! But, if you’re entering the WBA Awards, math is your best friend! A few weeks ago, your Awards Committee held a live webinar where we answered questions, shared some insights, and highlighted a few common…
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Schaper named news director at WGBA-TV
Bob Schaper will join E.W. Scripps’ WGBA-TV in Green Bay as news director starting Oct. 28. Schaper is currently news director at WOWK-TV in Charleston, West Virginia. He will be filling a vacancy left by Ryan Scott, who moved to…
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Laura Lee to join WAPL morning show
Laura Lee will join 105.7 WAPL in Appleton as a morning show co-host. She will debut on Sept. 23. Lee comes to WAPL most recently from Columbus, Ohio, with an earlier radio stint in Milwaukee. “I’m excited to have someone…
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WBA staff marks anniversaries
Three WBA team members recently marked service anniversaries. Michelle Vetterkind, President and CEO29 years on Aug. 28 Liz Boyd, NCSA/PEP Coordinator19 years on July 19 Kyle Geissler, Vice President7 years on Sept. 5 Congratulations and thank you for your service…
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A Case for Strategic Communications: Our partnership with the WBA gives us a strategic advantage, and here is proof
Post pandemic, the public’s understanding of, and propensity to serve in, the military declined dramatically. Those interested in serving were disqualified medically, physically, and academically at an unprecedented rate. Legacies of families in service, and citizens’ direct connections to service…
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Clinic invigorated with new partnership, name, and format
Wisconsin is proud to host the Midwest Regional Broadcasters Clinic, which started 68 years ago. Your WBA has been a partner with SBE chapters in hosting the event for broadcast engineers for many decades. But this year marked the beginning…
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Busy stretch ahead for your WBA
Can you believe we are getting ready to enter the final quarter of 2024? Seriously, where did the time go? This year, your WBA has been busy supporting and educating all of us through webinars, lobbying efforts, and informative weekly…
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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 two $2,500 scholarships and two $1,500 scholarships. Students who meet eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply for these scholarships. The application process…
