Wisconsin Public Radio has announced plans to change the format of every one of its stations, creating one network that’s all News/Talk and another that’s all music.
A Closer Look at How WPR Changes Affect Hosts, Programs
While the network stressed that no hosts will lose their jobs, many will be heard in new timeslots.
FCC Monitor: Duluth, Fargo TV Sale Closes; Two New LPFM’s OK’d
The sale of the FOX affiliates in Duluth and Fargo has closed. Meanwhile, the FCC has granted two new low-power FM stations in western North Dakota.
Listen for Distant AM Reception During Eclipse, Even If It’s Cloudy
Even if it’s cloudy on Monday, April 8, people will have a chance to “hear” the solar eclipse on AM radio.
South Dakota AM Station, FM Translator Sold
The company that holds the licenses for KQKD/1380 (Redfield) and its FM translator, K260DG/99.9 (Redfield), is getting a new owner.
Weekly Log: Longtime Engineer Dies; Twin Cities Loses ThisTV
Broadcast engineer Bill Meys, credited with building 26 FM stations in Minnesota and Wisconsin, has died.
FCC Monitor: New LPFM’s Granted in Omaha and Wisconsin
The FCC granted one new low-power FM station in Nebraska and two in Wisconsin. Meanwhile, a future FM station in Wisconsin requested a modification of its planned facilities.
Weekly Log: “MyTalk” PM Duo Retiring; Arena Football TV Plans
The longtime afternoon duo at “myTalk 107” is retiring, while “The Current” has a new afternoon host and the Arena Football League is coming to broadcast TV.
FCC/CRTC Monitor: Quad Cities TV Station Back; More LPFM’s Granted
Recent FCC activity includes a Quad Cities TV station returning to the air, new FM stations being granted in Nebraska and Wisconsin, and the sale of a future UP FM station.
Weekly Log: New KS95 Morning Co-Host Announced
This week’s developments include cuts at a radio group, new morning hosts in the Twin Cities and Eau Claire, and a new public radio leader in Wausau.