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Broadcasters collect their WBA Awards for Excellence
Radio and television stations from across Wisconsin came together Saturday to celebrate their award-winning work at the 2026 Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Awards Gala. The awards were handed out at the Madison Marriott West in Middleton with 350 in attendance. Competition for this year’s awards was as strong as ever with 1,322 award entries. A total…
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WBA Foundation announces date for gubernatorial debate
The WBA Foundation Board will continue its 36-year tradition of holding statewide televised debates for Wisconsin’s voters by airing a general election debate in the 2026 Wisconsin gubernatorial race. Qualifying gubernatorial candidates will be invited to participate in a debate on Oct. 9 at 7 p.m., hosted by Milwaukee PBS. Radio and television stations from…
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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 of strategic leadership, compassion, and unwavering dedication to people and community. Jeff Tyler’s career stands…
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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 Luczak, the voice Milwaukee woke up to, becoming one of the most trusted and enduring…
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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. The hotel booking deadline is May 25. Speakers for this year’s conference include: Keynote: Curtis…
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WIXX announces new morning team
WIXX in Green Bay is debuting a new morning show Wednesday: “Huggie, Natalie & Corey.” Dan “Huggie” Amsden, who has entertained the WIXX afternoon audience for the last two years is transitioning to the mornings. Huggie has held radio positions at Live 95.5 Portland, Movin’ 92.5 Seattle, 103.5 Kiss FM Boise, and 97.5 Las Vegas…
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Jordan named anchor of WISN 12 midday newscast
Gerron Jordan is the new anchor of WISN 12 News at 11 a.m. effective Monday. This expanded role for Jordan follows last year’s announcement that Diana Gutiérrez, previous anchor of the midday newscast, would be the co-anchor WISN 12 News at 10 p.m. “Gerron has that raw talent, empathy and keen journalistic ability, which is…
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‘Stand out’ UW-Whitewater student to receive Student Leadership Award
Drew Best, the Station Manager at WSUW on the UW-Whitewater campus is being recognized for epitomizing influential leadership. Best will be awarded the WBA Student Leadership Award at the Student Forum at Lambeau Field on Feb. 24. WSUW faculty adviser Brian Lucas said Best’s leadership qualities were evident the first time he met him as…
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Weekly Radio Addresses discuss taxes, redistricting
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol are focused on taxes and redistricting. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from WisPolitics: — In this week’s Republican , Sen. Joan Ballweg touts a GOP plan to cut taxes primarily aimed at the state’s third-highest…
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Heinkel to retire after 38 years in broadcasting
Experienced broadcast seller and manager Brad Heinkel is retiring after 38 years in Wisconsin broadcasting. Heinkel started his career at WIZM in La Crosse in 1984 working in sports and sales. He moved to TV sales in 1986 at WXOW in La Crosse and held sales and management roles at WFRV-TV in Green Bay, WSAW-TV…
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Weekly Radio Addresses regarding State of the State
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol are about the State of the State. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from WisPolitics: — In this week’s Democratic radio address, Gov. Tony Evers highlights key takeaways from his sixth State of the State address.…
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Four to be awarded scholarships at 2024 WBA Student Forum
Four scholarships will be given out during the WBA Student Forum at Lambeau Field on Feb. 24 to students studying broadcasting in Wisconsin. Learn more about the WBA Student Scholarship program and apply here. The recipients are: TJ Dysart TJ Dysart is the 2023 WBA Foundation Scholarship recipient. Dysart is attending Marquette University and majoring…
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Weekly Radio Addresses discuss dentists, housing
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol are focused on dentists and affordable housing. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from WisPolitics: — In this week’s Republican radio address, Sen. Mary Felzkowski, of Irma, celebrates the passage of four bills to address dental…
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Broadcasters Clinic announces new partnership, dates
Your Broadcasters Clinic is making some exciting changes and we can’t wait for you and your fellow broadcast engineers to experience it when we meet in September! Here’s what’s happening: “MBA has long-admired Wisconsin’s well-known and respected annual Clinic! The Minnesota Broadcasters Association is thrilled to partner with the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association on the Midwest…
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Milwaukee TV station to celebrate 70 years with campaign to end hunger
WISN 12 in Milwaukee is honoring its 70th anniversary by launching the ‘70 Years of Service’ campaign, in partnership with Hunger Task Force. Throughout 2024, WISN 12 will highlight a different hunger-related need each month, with a call-to-action to address that need. Viewers can also help WISN 12 in this campaign, by making a donation…
