A new Minneapolis meteorologist is among many people moves in TV. Meanwhile, a longtime Iowa radio owner is retiring and putting his stations up for sale.
Author: Jon Ellis
FCC Monitor: Neb. Sale Closes; Wis. AM Station Stuck in Night Mode
Recent FCC filings include a Nebraska radio sale closing and a Wisconsin AM station reporting that its antenna system is stuck in nighttime mode.
Off Topic: Navigating the Many Rules for Visiting Rocky Mtn. National Park
Planning a trip to Rocky Mountain National Park can be confusing due to the need for entry reservations, but there are actually a number of ways to get in.
Weekly Log: Minneapolis, Duluth Anchors Head East
A Minneapolis meteorologist and a Duluth sports anchor are both headed to new jobs out east. Meanwhile, numerous regional personalities and stations are finalists for Marconi Awards.
FCC Monitor: Another New FM Signs On in Nebraska; Black Hills FM Sold
Recent FCC activity includes notification that another new FM station has signed on in Nebraska. Meanwhile, a Wyoming station that reaches the Black Hills remains off the air but is getting new owners.
Weekly Log: Departures in Minneapolis, Des Moines; New Reporter in Northern Wis.
A Minneapolis meteorologist and a Des Moines reporter have departed their stations, while a new reporter has joined a northern Wisconsin radio station.
Weigel Seeks to Move Future TV Station Closer to Green Bay
Weigel Broadcasting’s TV-49, Inc. has submitted a petition for rulemaking with the FCC to move a future TV station closer to Green Bay.
Details Released of Aug. 16 NextGen TV Launch in Minneapolis (Updated)
An FCC filing has provided additional details of the August 16 launch of ATSC 3.0, marketed as NextGen TV, in Minneapolis.
FCC Monitor: New FM Station Signs On in Nebraska
Recent filings include a new Nebraska FM station signing on, an FM translator upgrade on Minnesota’s North Shore, and two FM signals at reduced power.
Weekly Log: Several Leaders Pass; TV Reporter Moves in Milwaukee
Three longtime Minnesota broadcasting leaders have recently died. Elsewhere, there are several TV reporter moves in Milwaukee and a unique Minnesota news operation is marking a key milestone.