System/Policy
GPB roadmap calls for expanding service to ‘all of Georgia’
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The state network plans to focus on “mission-critical” areas and boost fundraising by $5 million annually.
North Dakota House passes bill to end funding for Prairie Public
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House Bill 1255 would bar any “state officer” from spending “state funds or federal funds … to directly or indirectly support public broadcasting.”
Development
WITF backs CDP as strategic investor alongside GBH
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The Pennsylvania station wanted to “secure the foundation” of CDP’s technology buildout, according to a spokesperson.
People
Comings and goings: NPR appoints staff for disinformation team, WAMU hires CCO …
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Brett Neely will be supervising editor for NPR’s disinformation team.
System/Policy
Cincinnati Public Radio buys property for new headquarters
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The $26 million construction project creates space for public events, podcast creators and a growing newsroom.
System/Policy
Pennsylvania’s public TV stations go another year without state funding
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Gov. Tom Wolf had proposed restoring state support for the stations this year, but the legislature declined.
People
Milwaukee PBS GM Bohdan Zachary will step down
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Zachary led Milwaukee PBS through the FCC spectrum auction, which generated $85 million for the station.
People
How José Fajardo is facing the greatest challenge of his 40-year career with optimism and courage
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Despite a diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, the Hawai‘i Public Radio GM remains as engaged with his station and the public broadcasting community as ever.
People
Comings and goings: NPR names managing editor of collaborative journalism, PBS adds senior manager of immersive learning …
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NPR promoted Bruce Auster and Kathy Goldgeier within its collaborative journalism team.
People
Ann Hume Wilson, KMFA executive director, to retire
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“With KMFA’s new home completed, and a new strategic plan initiated, it’s an ideal time to pass the baton to a new leader,” Wilson said.
System/Policy
‘PBS NewsHour’ staffers announce intent to form union
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Union organizers say they aim to improve staff morale and reduce turnover.