System/Policy
Noem’s public broadcasting cut proves she’s nothing like Mister Rogers and a lot like Trump
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South Dakota’s governor has proposed a sudden funding reduction for South Dakota Public Broadcasting after approving previous increases.
Alaska Public Media to expand broadcast reach through acquisition of TV station
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The station, previously a CBS affiliate, reaches more than 85,000 viewers in southern Anchorage.
People
Louisville Public Media CEO Stephen George to step down
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George will leave for another job in January.
Programs/Content
How KUER’s new station fills a media gap for Utah Latinos
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Avanza’s goal “is to be not only a radio station but a community resource,” says Program Manager Edgar Zuniga.
System/Policy
Kansas City’s KCUR, Classical KC cut jobs
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The classical station will “pause” locally created content and shift to nationally syndicated programs.
System/Policy
Executive director, CFO leave Indiana Public Media
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Indiana University, which operates the station, did not provide a reason for their departure.
People
Comings and goings: Officers reelected to PBS Board, GBH Music hires GM …
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Larry Irving was reelected board chair for PBS.
Programs/Content
Reporting series illuminates roles of Virginians who make democracy work
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A series of profiles from the Virginia Center for Investigative Journalism and WHRO takes inspiration from community journalism.
People
Justin Harvey named co-president of The Programming Service
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Harvey will serve alongside CEO BaBette Davidson.
System/Policy
Upside to digital acquisitions: reaching audiences where they are
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Stations have found that monetizing their local news sites takes experimentation and “a lot of learning.”
Programs/Content
APM’s ‘Splendid Table’ podcast to be distributed by Vox Media
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“The Splendid Table” airs on more than 400 public radio stations.
People
Stephen Gong to retire as leader of Center for Asian American Media
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Gong has led the nonprofit since 2006.