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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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WOMT 100 vintage radio collection on display
As part of its year-long 100th anniversary celebration, WOMT Radio in Manitowoc is collaborating with local collector Steve Kanter to create a curated display of vintage radios. The traveling collection has now arrived at its third host venue: The Manitowoc County Historical Society. Guests at April’s Hungry for History event experienced an exclusive first look…
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WSAW-TV delivers nearly 60,000 diapers for local families
WSAW-TV in Wausau conducted its 3rd Annual Diaper Drive collecting 59,923 diapers and $5,1105 in donations to support local families through The Babies’ Place in Marathon County and the United Way of Portage County. The two-week campaign was held May 13-27. Viewers could make an online monetary donation or take diaper donations to one of…
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Three to receive student debt relief grants
Three Wisconsin broadcasters will receive student debt relief grants from the WBA Foundation on June 18 at the WBA Summer Conference at the Grand Geneva Resort in Lake Gevena. Broadcasters from across Wisconsin applied for the three available grants in March and the recipients were selected by a panel of WBA Foundation Board members. The…
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Weekly Radio Addresses discuss surplus package, dairy month
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol are about a recent vote on a surplus package and June Dairy Month. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from WisPolitics: — In this week’s GOP radio address, Sen. Dan Feyen criticizes Senate Democrats for blocking a $1.8 billion…
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Seehafer teams up to help veterans
Seehafer Broadcasting in Manitowoc joined numerous other local organizations with a golf event to support veterans. American Legion Post 477 – St. Nazianz held its annual Tee It Up Fore Troops Golf Outing May 14 at Autumn Ridge Golf Course, raising thousands of dollars to support Old Glory Honor Flight. Golfers, veterans, and volunteers raised…
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Recently retired leader of PBS Wisconsin dies
The recently retired Emeritus Director of Television for PBS Wisconsin, Jon Miskowski, died Saturday following a long battle with cancer. Miskowski started as a volunteer for public television more than 40 years ago. A statement from PBS Wisconsin said, “Jon’s career was marked by his dedication and passion for public media to improve the lives…
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Stations promote event to honor veterans
A group of Magnum Media radio stations in the La Crosse area supported a veterans event that raised $38,731 for Freedom Honor Flight. The March to the Cross event held April 18 at Holmen Middle School was promoted on 102.7 WKBH, KICKS 106.3 WQCC, Mix 96.1 & 97.9 WLXR, and ALT 107.1 (WKBH). “Your coverage, enthusiasm,…
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Podcast: RAB – THIS is Radio
RAB President and CEO Mike Hulvey joins host Oscar Rodriguez (TX Assoc. of Broadcasters) for a discussion on the continued relevance of radio and how advertisers can leverage radio’s power to increase ALL of their advertising portfolio. Mike also discusses the RAB’s new “The Audio Leader, THIS is Radio” initiative along with recent work from…
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WBA’s 75th anniversary opportunity to look to future
Your WBA’s celebration of our 75th anniversary was on full display at our Awards Gala on May 2. The theme of Diamond Jubilee was a huge hit, and is a wonderful lead into our WBA Summer Conference celebration June 17-18 at the beautiful Grand Geneva Resort. You can find the full agenda here. You can…
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Weekly Radio Addresses highlight tourism, Mother’s Day
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin lawmakers….. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from WisPolitics: — In this week’s Dem radio address, Gov. Tony Evers celebrates National Travel and Tourism Week. “Folks, tourism is a powerhouse of economic development and prosperity in our state,…
