System/Policy
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.
StoryCorps’ union rallies for reversal of layoffs
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The CWA unit representing StoryCorps workers is challenging how management handled recent layoffs, alleging retaliation.
Programs/Content
After 16-month search, Woodruff becomes sole ‘NewsHour’ anchor
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The nightly newscast had been searching for a co-anchor since Gwen Ifill’s death in November 2016.
System/Policy
To build and engage your audience, consider these core metrics for measuring success
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NPR, Station Resource Group and public media leaders came together to develop this set of key performance indicators.
Programs/Content
PBS Distribution brings Brit drama ‘Jamestown’ to Passport, Amazon viewers first
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At present there are no plans to present the miniseries on “Masterpiece,” the iconic WGBH drama series.
Programs/Content
WBUR contest casts ‘wide net’ for new public radio comedy show
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Finalists will pilot ideas with help from “Car Talk” producers.
Development
With new building, Rocky Mountain Public Media aims to become a center for community, pubcasters and news outlets
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The Denver-based statewide radio and TV network has raised 75 percent of its $30 million goal, including $14 million over the last year.
System/Policy
International broadcaster MHz Networks ends search for new channel in D.C. area, announces signoff
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The owner of MHz Networks’ WNVC and WNVT sold the stations’ spectrum in last year’s FCC auction.
Quick Takes
Commercial broadcaster files to donate license to WyomingPBS
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Gray Television’s donation grew out of a $15.7 million deal for five television stations in the state.
Obituaries
Former PBS ombud Michael Getler dies at 82
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Michael Getler was “fully committed to the integrity of our work,” said PBS President Paula Kerger.
Programs/Content
Translated ‘Vietnam War’ tops 1 million views within country
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Making the documentary available to the Vietnamese people was a priority to the filmmakers and PBS.
Obituaries
Mark Brush, digital director for Michigan Radio, dies at 49
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“He’s one of those bright lights you don’t run into very often,” a colleague said.