TV stations in Madison and Omaha have named replacements for departing anchors. Elsewhere, a new weather-focused newscast has launched in Cedar Rapids.
Category: Nebraska
Update: Nebraska Public Media Signs On Two New FM Stations
Nebraska Public Media has signed on two new FM stations eight days apart, expanding its coverage in the central and southwestern parts of the state.
Weekly Log: Longtime TV Anchors Announce Retirements
Former Twin Cities radio broadcaster Leighton Peck has died. Meanwhile, several longtime TV anchors are retiring.
FCC Monitor: Developments in Battle for Wis. FM Frequency
A Wisconsin FM applicant says a new development means it shouldn’t have to time-share after all. Elsewhere, two small FM signals are signing on in Iowa.
Weekly Log: Iowa Station Owner Dies, New TV Network Launching
The longtime owner of a northern Iowa radio station has died. Also, another pair of TV stations is simulcasting some segments and a new TV network is slated to launch.
FCC Monitor: Iowa Public Radio Surrenders New FM Permit
Iowa Public Radio has surrendered a construction permit for a new FM station that would have served the Mason City area. Elsewhere, another three new FM stations have signed on
Weekly Log: Changes in North Platte, Promotions in Madison
Two anchors are out after changes at a North Platte TV station. Meanwhile, a Madison radio group has made two promotions and there are new TV GM’s in Madison and Omaha.
FCC Monitor: Two Small New FM Stations Sign On
Two small new FM stations in Michigan and Nebraska have signed on. Meanwhile, plans are changing for new FM stations in Nebraska and North Dakota.
FCC Monitor: Neb. Public Media Seeks Extension of Deadline to Construct 3 FM’s
Nebraska Public Media is seeking extensions of the deadlines to build three new FM stations. Elsewhere, two more low-power FM stations were granted in Wisconsin.
FCC Monitor: New Wisconsin LPFM Station Granted
Recent FCC activity includes the grant of a new low-power FM station in Wisconsin and an Upper Peninsula FM translator completing an upgrade.