Volunteers helped fill sandbags to keep floodwaters out of the Spencer Radio Group building. Elsewhere, a mayor has honored an Iowa radio veteran who was part of recent Alpha Media cuts.
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Weekly Log: MeTV Toons to Have Many Affiliates at Launch
MeTV’s classic cartoons network will be seen in many Upper Midwest markets from day one. Meanwhile, multiple networks will simulcast CNN’s presidential debate.
Weekly Log: WCCO Radio Late-Night Schedule Change
WCCO/830 has changed its overnight syndicated programming. Elsewhere, a meteorologist is departing a Des Moines TV station.
Weekly Log: Longtime Duluth News Director Retiring
Recent developments include the departure of a longtime Duluth news manager, two morning show changes in Des Moines, a new afternoon show in Minneapolis, and a new regional farm weather forecaster.
Weekly Log: Several TV, Radio Arrivals and Departures
Information on the effects of Alpha Media‘s recent cuts at radio stations in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota continues to trickle in, with listeners reporting long periods of dead air on some…
Weekly Log: Two Join KDWB Morning Show
Two new co-hosts have joined KDWB’s “Dave Ryan Show.” Elsewhere, a new political TV channel is poised to launch in Milwaukee.
Weekly Log: WPR’s Major Realignment Begins Monday
Wisconsin Public Radio has announced plans for HD subchannel changes as part of its May 20 realignment. There are also several Milwaukee radio lineup changes.
Weekly Log: Several TV Arrivals and Departures
A former Madison anchor has moved to Minneapolis, while a Waterloo meteorologist moved to Des Moines and a longtime Green Bay anchor is departing.
Weekly Log: New Mpls. TV Channel; Milwaukee Anchor Changes
Minneapolis has a new DTV channel, while another new national network is launching this summer. Also, a Milwaukee TV station has announced an anchor change.
Weekly Log: Hockey Voice and Former Station Owner Pass Away
Recent broadcasting obituaries include the longtime voice of the Minnesota North Stars and a Nebraska radio station owner.