Programs/Content
New podcast focuses on stories of recovery, with a host who’s been there
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Vic Vela, a journalist and recovering drug addict, hosts Colorado Public Radio’s “Back From Broken.”
System/Policy
Colorado Public Radio partners with college to operate KRCC
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CPR will take over operation of the Colorado Springs station.
Programs/Content
Colorado Triple A station rebrands in bid for younger audience
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Colorado Public Radio’s research had found that “OpenAir,” the station’s former brand, wasn’t resonating with listeners.
Development
Greater Public unveils pilot program to improve major-gift fundraising
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The two-year project will develop, test and share best practices for cultivating high-wealth donors.
Quick Takes
Colorado Public Radio awarded $1.2M to boost climate reporting
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The public radio network will add a team of four journalists to produce long-form, data-driven reporting on climate change.
Colorado Public Radio
Colorado Public Radio acquires local Spirited Media website
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“Denverite provides extensive coverage of what’s happening in the city, giving CPR News even more opportunity to focus on stories with statewide interest,” said CPR Executive Editor Kevin Dale.
Programs/Content
Colorado Public Radio builds investigative unit to match its growing news ambitions
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With a multiyear gift from an anonymous donor, the Denver network is hiring an editor for its new investigations team.
People
Colorado Public Radio picks Stewart Vanderwilt as new president
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Vanderwilt has worked as GM of KUT in Austin, Texas, for 18 years.
System/Policy
CPR adds signals to expand its news service into Colorado Springs
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With the purchase of an AM station and FM translator, the Denver-based pubcaster nears its goal of providing a statewide news service.