KDWB’s Falen and Colt have moved from afternoons to mornings. Meanwhile, a Canadian shortwave time signal station is shutting down.
Category: People
Weekly Log: Wis. Radio Station Rebrands; Denny Long Retires
“The Lake” has replaced “Star 97.7” on the radio dial in northwestern Wisconsin. In the Twin Cities, a longtime weekend host is retiring.
Weekly Log: Madison Morning Show Change, Wausau Met Changing Jobs
A Madison radio station has its fourth morning host in just over two years. Elsewhere, a Wausau meteorologist is leaving his on-air role.
Dave Ryan to Retire After 33 Years Hosting Mornings on KDWB
Dave Ryan, one of the longest-running hosts in Twin Cities radio history and a respected industry leader, is retiring after 33 years at KDWB/101.3.
Weekly Log: Nexstar/Tegna Combination On Hold
The Nexstar-Tegna deal is paused after a federal judge issued an order put the combination of the companies on hold until the legal challenge of the sale is completed.
Weekly Log: WPR News Names New Midday Host
Wisconsin Public Radio has named a new midday host to replace Larry Meiller. Elsewhere, two new meteorologists are coming to Twin Cities TV.
Weekly Log: Minneapolis Morning Host Cut
Greg Thunder is no longer with “102.9 The Wolf” (KMNB). Meanwhile, two former Twin Cities TV personalities have announced their next stops.
Weekly Log: Jobs Cut as TV Station Changes News Format
Several people are no longer with Cedar Rapids’ KGAN after changes to its news format. Meanwhile, two Twin Cities radio personalities have won Gracie Awards.
Weekly Log: 8 Wisconsin Broadcasters Honored
The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association has named its Local Broadcast Legends and Hall of Fame inductees for 2026. Also, regional MLB TV broadcasts are being announced.
Weekly Log: MPR Adds Evening Show; Numerous People Moves
MPR’s News network has added a new local hour at 8 p.m. three nights a week. People moves include a new Des Moines sports anchor as anchors in two other Iowa markets depart.