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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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Madison radio station collects 400 pounds of fruit cups
Madison radio station Life 102.5 (WNWC) encouraged listeners to stand in the gap and help the most vulnerable children in Dane County. They partnered with The River Food Pantry to provide snack cups at the MercyMe concert on May 1. For the week leading up to the concert at the Alliant Energy Center, Life 102.5…
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Wisconsin broadcasters celebrate awards at WBA Gala
Radio and television stations from across Wisconsin were honored Saturday with numerous awards at the 2022 Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Awards Gala. The awards were handed out at the Madison Marriott West in Middleton with more than 340 in attendance. Competition for this year’s awards was as strong as ever with 1,404 award entries. A…
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Green Bay station names new staff
Woodward Radio Group’s station 95.9 KISS FM (WKSZ-FM) is naming new hosts and staff. Reed Petitpren is the station’s new afternoon host and digital content creator and Edgar Ybarra is the station’s new music director and midday host. “I am excited to work with the great crew here at WRG.” Petitpren said. “There is something…
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Weekly Radio Addresses focus on environment
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol are both focused on the environment. 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. Eric Wimberger says it’s time to move away from using PFAS and manage cleanup…
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Favre to join ESPN Milwaukee
NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre is joining ESPN Milwaukee as a regular contributor throughout the 2022-2023 football season. Beginning on Aug. 29, the 30-minute interview will air every Monday morning at 7:30 a.m. on 94.5 ESPN Milwaukee’s “Jen, Gabe & Chewy,” featuring Packers Hall of Fame inductee Mark Chmura. The interview will be…
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Nalbandian promoted to WPR statewide leadership
Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR) Southeast Regional Manager Lisa Nalbandian is being promoted to the role of senior regional manager. Nalbandian joined WPR in 2002, most recently holding the dual positions of southeast regional manager and director of major and planned giving based in WPR’s downtown Milwaukee studios. “Lisa’s educational background, public media experience and strong…
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Madison station among finalists for ‘Service to America’ Award
A Madison TV station’s inaugural community diaper drive, which launched during the pandemic, is being recognized nationally by the NAB Leadership Foundation. NBC15 (WMTV-TV) was named a finalist in the prestigious Celebration of Service to America Awards, which honors ‘outstanding community service.’ It is one of only three finalists in the medium market category. “While…
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Weekly Radio Addresses slam DSPS, tout clean energy
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol discuss DSPS and clean energy. 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. Dan Feyen slams the Department of Safety and Professional Services for what he calls mismanagement.…
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Weekly Radio Addresses discuss election investigation, teaching financial literacy
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin lawmakers discuss the state of the election investigation and a bill requiring financial literacy instruction for students. 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, Sen. Melissa Agard says it’s…
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Rowe to led both Wisconsin Cumulus clusters
The VP/Market Manager for the Cumulus cluster in Appleton/Oshkosh will now also lead the Cumulus cluster in Green Bay. John Rowe has led the Appleton/Oshkosh cluster since 2014. He previously spent 10 years with Gannett and more than 11 years with the Chicago Sun-Times. “John’s track record of success with his team in Appleton/Oshkosh, along…
