Recent FCC activity includes three new TV stations being formally granted in Wisconsin and North Dakota as well as the closure of several radio station sales.
Author: Jon Ellis
Off Topic: Like Minnesota, But With Taller Mountains and a Bigger Sea
It’s a northern border state with lots of trees and people who like to get outdoors, so I figured Washington state must have a lot in common with Minnesota.
Broadcast History: How BBC Radio Reported the Queen’s Death
Tradition, formality, and ceremony can help people cope with a loss, and all were in place when the BBC announced the death of Queen Elizabeth II on Sept. 8.
Nebraska TV Station Seeks Move from VHF to UHF Frequency
The University of Nebraska’s KUON-TV/12 (Lincoln) is the latest in a series of stations seeking a frequency change from VHF to UHF to alleviate indoor reception problems.
Liberal Talk Lineup Launches in Richland Center, Wis.
A southwestern Wisconsin radio station has made its anticipated change to a Liberal Talk format following its sale to Civic Media.
Major Neb. FM Upgrade Complete with Two Frequency Changes
A project that combined seven FM radio stations on one tower in Nebraska’s panhandle is finished, with two stations now on new frequencies.
Weekly Log: Green Bay Anchor Continues Recovery, Fargo Anchor Leaving
Recent developments include an update on a Green Bay anchor injured in a car crash, the departure of a Fargo sports anchor, and another attempt to expand Packers TV broadcasts.
Data Dump: Twin Cities TV Sorted By RF Channel
Twin Cities broadcast TV viewers trying to sort out reception problems can be forgiven if they have trouble figuring out where their signal is supposed to be coming from.
Civic Media Adds Several NW Wis. Stations for Liberal Talk Network
Civic Media is buying four northwestern Wisconsin signals to add to its fast-growing network of stations around the state, many of which carry Liberal Talk.
Newsroom Notes: What Life Is Really Like for Broadcast Journalists
Even before recent staffing shortages, the news business already faced more challenges than most industries with a lot of stressors, especially for young journalists.