Magnum Media has reached a deal to buy WCFW/105.7 (Chippewa Falls) from Roland Bushland, who signed on the station in 1968.
Author: Jon Ellis
FCC Monitor: ND TV Station Off Air, Central Neb. FM at Lower Power
Recent FCC filings include a North Dakota TV station going off the air, a Nebraska FM station at reduced power, and a South Dakota AM station temporarily operating in daytime-only mode.
Off Topic: The Evolution of Media Roadtripping Gear
I’ve tried a lot of different tech over the years to balance my media hobby with traditional travel activities when I go on roadtrips. Here’s a look at what I use.
Broadcast History: Oldest Radio Stations in the Upper Midwest
At least 31 Upper Midwest radio stations can trace their history to 1925 or earlier. Half are celebrating their 100th birthdays this year!
Weekly Log: Lincoln Morning Host Returns, Two Minneapolis TV Moves
The return of a Lincoln host to morning radio and two Twin Cities TV news departures include recently-announced moves.
Data Dump: If Local TV Viewership Determined State Boundaries
We all know the geographic shape of our home state, but what if TV viewing patterns actually determined the shape of your state?
Ask NorthPine: What Are The Types of Distant Summer Reception?
Summer is heating up and that means more fun kinds of distant reception on the FM dial. What are the different types?
New Marquette CBS Affiliate Makes Statement with Downtown Studio
The new CBS-TV affiliate in Marquette, Michigan, is planning something none of its competitors has: A downtown studio.
Newsroom Notes: Take a Vacation to Consider What’s Really Relevant
I accidentally discovered one great way to research what’s really relevant in your daily reporting: Take a vacation.
FCC Monitor: Neb. Station Signs On, SD Station Changes Frequency
Recent FCC filings include a new Nebraska FM station signing on, a South Dakota station completing a frequency change, and a Wausau station at reduced power.