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Join young broadcasters for ‘Coffee, Critiques, and Community’
Join your fellow young broadcasters (within the first years of working in the profession) for professional development through conversation, helpful critiques, and getting your questions answered at Lambeau Field on Saturday, Feb. 28. Schedule:9-9:30 a.m. Coffee and networking9:30 am. –…
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New WBA Hall of Fame at Hilton Milwaukee
Your WBA Hall of Fame is now available in a newly renovated, more expansive location in the Hilton Milwaukee. As part of a wider renovation project at the hotel, the Hall of Fame recently reopened at its new location in…
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Four to be awarded scholarships during Student Forum at Lambeau
Four scholarships will be given out during the WBA Student Forum at Lambeau Field on Feb. 28 to students studying broadcasting in Wisconsin. Learn more about the WBA Student Scholarship program and apply here. The recipients are: Lexi Hull Lexi…
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More than 1,300 entries submitted for WBA Awards for Excellence, Gala registration open
Wisconsin’s radio and TV stations submitted 1,322 entries to the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Awards for Excellence contest. The submission deadline for the 2025 awards was Friday. A total of 108 stations submitted entries. “The competition for this year’s WBA Awards…
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Agenda announced for 2026 Student Forum at Lambeau Field
The agenda for the 2026 Student Forum at Lambeau Field on Feb. 28 is available now! The keynote address will be delivered by Bill Jartz, legendary WBAY-TV anchor and PS announcer for the Green Bay Packers. Watch for updates as…
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‘Day of Giving’ raises $21K to fight childhood diseases
A fundraising effort from WISN-TV in Milwaukee to support the MACC Fund collected $21,064 to take on childhood cancer and related blood disorders. On Dec. 12, people across southeastern Wisconsin submitted donations to help children with these significant medical issues….
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Vucsko named news director at WBAY-TV
Lisa Vucsko was named News Director at WBAY-TV in Green Bay. She started Dec. 15. She will lead the station’s newsroom, overseeing editorial strategy, day-to-day news operations, digital integration, and investigative projects. Vucsko is an award-winning newsroom executive with more…
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Weekly Radio Addresses promote holiday giving, bill signings
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol are about holiday giving and bills signed into law. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from WisPolitics: — In this week’s…
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Share this list to improve your WBA Awards entries
For many Wisconsin broadcasters, 2026 begins with a thorough look back at 2025 as part of finalizing entries for the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Awards for Excellence. The process can feel like both a blessing and a curse. It’s inspiring to…
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Sean Dwyer named host of La Crosse talk show
Sean Dwyer is the new host of ‘La Crosse Talk,’ a community-focused program airing Monday through Friday in WIZM-AM. According to a release from the station, “With more than 30 years of experience in the La Crosse area, Dwyer brings…
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Jay Weber to transition to podcast
Longtime weekday morning host on 1130 WISN in Milwaukee, Jay Weber, will conclude his role as daily host of “The Jay Weber Show” later this month, marking a milestone in his 35-year career with the station. Beginning spring 2026, Weber…
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Meet 2 new members of the WBA Young Professionals Committee
Your WBA Young Professionals Committee is welcoming two new members. The committee hosts events for their peers in broadcasting, running a mentorship program, publishing a newsletter, and taking on new initiatives for the WBA. Aisha Morales, WBAY-TV, Green Bay Hi…
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WBA to offer even more online events in 2026
Your WBA is increasing the number and variety of online event offerings to help broadcasters in 2026. WBA is partnering with the Media Financial Management Association (MFM) which offers more than 25 webinars per year by media industry professionals on…
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Broadcaster reunion planned for January
A group of broadcasters has organized the “Heart of Wisconsin Radio Broadcaster Reunion,” scheduled for Jan. 9 in Menasha. Organizers said, “the social event (is) designed to bring together former coworkers from area radio and TV stations, media professionals, friends,…
