Wisconsin Public Radio has released new program schedules following the cancellation of four WPR-produced weekly programs.
Category: Public Media
Weekly Log: Cuts Begin Following Public Media Funding Clawback
Minnesota Public Radio and the Star Tribune report that cuts are underway at Twin Cities PBS (KTCA/KTCI) and American Public Media Group, the parent of MPR, following Congressional approval of a bill…
Weekly Log: Two Milwaukee Radio Vets Return
Two Milwaukee radio hosts let go from their previous stations have found new homes on the dial. Elsewhere, Spirit Catholic Radio is planning to expand outside of Nebraska.
FCC Monitor: Minn. FM Translator to Stay On Air During AM Tower Work
The FCC says a Minnesota FM translator can stay on the air while its AM parent station is temporarily off the air. Elsewhere, low-power TV stations in Fargo and Sioux Falls have upgraded.
Nebraska Public Media Signs On New Columbus FM Station
Nebraska Public Media has signed on a new FM station in Columbus, the last of four new stations granted as a result of a 2021 filing window.
Weekly Log: Public Media Cuts; Several Meteorologists Departing
There’s word of job cuts at some public media organizations as numerous outlets report on possible impacts of future funding cuts. Meanwhile, several regional meteorologist are departing.
Weekly Log: Public Radio Exec Passes, DTV Channel Updates
Longtime Northland public radio executive Paul Damberg has died. Elsewhere, there are numerous personnel updates and DTV channel changes.
Weekly Log: Iowa Anchor Leaving after 51 Years
Longtime Iowa TV anchor Ron Steele is departing. Elsewhere, a meteorologist has departed a Twin Cities TV station and South Dakota has a new “All Things Considered” host.
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.
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