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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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What we learned at the 2022 Podcast Movement conference
Podcast Movement is a weeklong conference that brings together thousands of podcasters and industry representatives for learning sessions as well networking opportunities. I attended this year’s event which took place in Dallas, Texas. Here are my top takeaways: 1. Podcasters…
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Weekly Radio Addresses talk about gas taxes, Main Street businesses
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol discuss a gas tax holiday and helping Main Street businesses. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from WisPolitics: — In this…
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WBA staff celebrates anniversaries
Three WBA staff members recently marked service anniversaries. Michelle Vetterkind, President and CEO 27 years on Aug. 28 Liz Boyd, NCSA/PEP Coordinator 17 years on July 19 Kyle Geissler, Director of Operations and Public Affairs 5 years on Sept. 5…
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Social, digital categories merged into station of the year awards for 2023
Bonjour Broadcasters! It’s hard to believe that summer is over, and we’re now heading into the most exciting season of all…award season! It’s time to dust off the ole spreadsheet and review what creative, excellent work your station produced this…
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UW-Green Bay builds media hub
A Phoenix rises. In 1969 with the beginning of the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, along came Educational Communications and the Center for Television Production. The TV studio remained in operation for many years and had ties with Wisconsin Public Television as…
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Election year tradition thrives on air in Wisconsin
Your WBA Foundation has been hosting statewide political debates for more than 30 years and we are most proud to continue that tradition this year. Teams of broadcasters are already gathering on a regular basis to begin planning for two…
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Broadcasters play important role during political season
It’s my hope that you have enjoyed the summer days, collected enough Vitamin D, and experienced the beautiful sights that Wisconsin has to offer every year. Whether you chose swimming at a beach or lake, hiking or visiting a museum,…
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Wisconsin Broadcaster available now
The September/October issue of the Wisconsin Broadcaster is now available. You can download it here [PDF]. Highlights from his issue: WBA Chair Lupita Montoto writes about the important role broadcasters play during election season WBA President and CEO Michelle…
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Rusk joins Young Professionals Committee
Gabriella Rusk is joining the WBA Young Professionals Committee. Rusk currently anchors and reports for NBC15’s The Morning Show, Monday through Friday. She first joined the WMTV team in September 2018 as The Weekend Morning Show anchor before she was…
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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…
