System/Policy
CPB awards $2.65M for state government coverage
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The grants will benefit stations in seven states.
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The grants will benefit stations in seven states.
“Southwest Florida in Focus,” a half-hour of TV news for Fort Myers and beyond, launched as a cost-effective model for producing local coverage.
A WTTW spokesperson said producers have not yet informed the station about plans for the program.
Public media leaders were honored for excellence in fundraising and development.
A boot camp drew journalists eager to find new uses for the technology.
Shad, who took over as host last year, will stay on with the CBC.
“National Radio Day is but one day to acknowledge how public radio stations, low-power FM outlets and community radio organizations have come to serve a vital purpose.”
NPR, “This American Life” and stations were among the winners.
The Public Radio Exchange, WGBH and Nine Network have all invested in brick-and-mortar facilities for public engagement.