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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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Shockleys establish Young Broadcasters Development Fund
WBA Hall of Famers Terry and Sandy Shockley are the founding grantors of the newly established Young Broadcasters Development Fund, aimed at inspiring career building in the broadcast industry. “Our mission with this fund is to inspire and motivate young people to pursue a career in broadcasting,” Terry and Sandy Shockey said. “The rewards are…
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Engineers gather in Wisconsin for Midwest Regional Broadcasters Clinic
I’m pleased to report that the 70th Midwest Regional Broadcasters Clinic was a tremendous success. This annual event, a collaborative effort between the engineering teams of the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association and the Minnesota Broadcasters Association, attracted attendees from 36 states, Washington, D.C., and four countries, making it one of the most geographically diverse Clinics to…
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YP of the Month brings ‘enthusiasm and creativity’
A news producer at WBAY-TV in Green Bay, Garett Hagen, is the WBA Young Professional of the Month for the month of September. 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…
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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 is online. It’s available on the WBA website at wi-broadcasters.org/scholarships Students who have completed at…
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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…
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Laszewski donates 50/50 raffle winnings
Jessica Laszewski, the General Manager of WSAW-TV in Wausau, won the 50/50 raffle at the WBA Summer Conference in Lake Geneva, and donated her winnings back to the Foundation. A total of $1,150 was raised for the Foundation. Thank you Jessica!
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Rhinelander station to host two Congressional debates
WJFW Newswatch 12 in Rhinelander will host two live debates in July featuring candidates seeking to represent Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District. The first debate, featuring Republican candidates, will take place on July 7, from 5-6:30 p.m. Confirmed participants are Michael Alfonso, Jessi Ebben, Kevin Hermening, and Niina Baum. The second debate, featuring Democratic candidates, will be…
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WBA Hall of Fame inducts four Wisconsin broadcasters
Four new names were added to the WBA Hall of Fame on Thursday night during the induction event at the Grand Geneva Resort in Lake Geneva as a part of the WBA Summer Conference. The four inductees are: Dave Magnum built Magnum Media with his family, including dozens of broadcast stations across Wisconsin. Kelly Radandt‘s broadcasting…
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CBS 58 piece awarded by firefighters
A Milwaukee TV news story about firefighter mental health won an award from the International Association of Firefighters. The story that aired on CBS 58 (WDJT-TV) was produced by Bill Walsh, Brady Headington, Eric Kriesel, and Susanne Barthel. originally aired last year and won Best Feature/Series.
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36-year TV sales veteran retires
WFRV-TV account executive Vicki Boulanger is retiring after 36 years at the station. Boulanger is described by station management as the station’s “all-time top performer.” “Vicki had the respect of everyone at the station, helped mentor young sellers, and was a friend to all,” said VP and General Manager Judson Beck.
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Beck to retire from WFRV-TV
WFRV-TV Vice President and General Manager Judson Beck is retiring after 44 years in broadcasting. Beck joined the Green Bay station in 2022 after serving seven years as Vice President and General Manager of fellow Nexstar stations WLAX-TV/WEUX-DT in La Crosse and Eau Claire. He started his career in broadcasting at a small college radio…
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Lindsey Slater joins TMJ4’s Storm Team 4
TMJ4 (WTMJ-TV) in Milwaukee has hired veteran meteorologist and Milwaukee native Lindsey Slater as the newest member of Storm Team 4. Slater has nearly two decades of forecasting experience, including the last 10 years serving viewers in southeast Wisconsin. She debuted on TMJ4 on Monday and will be seen regularly alongside Chief Meteorologist Brian Niznansky…
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Weekly Radio Addresses tackle tourism, tuition
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol are focused on state tourism and UW tuition. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from WisPolitics: — In this week’s , Gov. Tony Evers celebrates the Wisconsin tourism industry and the money it brings to local…
