System/Policy
DOD dismisses NPR, other outlets from Pentagon office spaces
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The outlets can reportedly continue to attend briefings.
Vegas PBS seeks to dismiss lawsuits filed by former employee
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The lawsuits filed by a former director of digital marketing accuse station leaders and other parties of defamation and discrimination.
People
David Crabtree appointed CEO of PBS North Carolina
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Crabtree most recently worked as a news anchor for local commercial station WRAL.
People
Will Dahlberg promoted to executive director of WBHM
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In his new role, Dahlberg also oversees the Gulf States Newsroom.
System/Policy
NPR board approves FY23 budget with $17M investment in the NPR Network
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The deficit budget includes 30 new staff positions to support the NPR Network, a collaboration between NPR and member stations on digital initiatives.
People
Susan Scott named president of Public Television Major Market Group
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Scott, chief growth officer of PBS North Carolina, succeeds Deanna Mackey, who left the affinity group earlier this year to lead KPBS in San Diego.
Local That Works
Five finalists to compete for $20,000 Local that Works grand prize
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Each finalist will present their project at a virtual Grand Finale in November.
Engagement
How organizing a Photo Walk can build community and engage your audience
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The collaborative gatherings can generate content before, during and long after the event while growing trust and creating lasting connections.
Programs/Content
With Film Academy, WQED prepares students for careers in digital media
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Acquisition of a teen workforce-development program has helped fill a gap in the Pittsburgh station’s educational programming.
System/Policy
WHRO beefs up investigative coverage with nonprofit newsroom acquisition
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WHRO Public Media is looking to expand its newsroom’s capabilities by taking on the Virginia Center for Investigative Journalism.
People
AIR selects Keisha Salmon as new executive director
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Salmon previously led communications strategy for American Documentary and its program “POV.”
