System/Policy
KPBS joins stations scaling back reading services as digital alternatives expand
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The station has ended locally produced readings from California newspapers, which relied on a part-time employee and more than 100 volunteers.
Quick Takes
PBS, KPBS partner with military-themed film festival for nationwide rollout
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The San Diego station will hold the flagship festival, featuring awards and premieres.
System/Policy
CPB inspector’s office asks for clarity in station accounting guidelines
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Some institutional licensees are hitting snags in accurately calculating the value of indirect support.
People
Tom Karlo: We need public media now more than ever
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Karlo began his career at KPBS in San Diego 44 years ago.
Development
Pubmedia executives, stations recognized at PMDMC
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Public media leaders were honored for excellence in fundraising and development.
System/Policy
Seven ways public media can attract a more diverse workforce
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Panelists at the Public Radio News Directors Inc. conference shared tips on recruiting and retaining people of color.
Tech
As NPR One draws younger audience, network aims to expand local presence
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Two-thirds of NPR member stations are now contributing.
Stations
Upcoming departure of COO prompts reorganization at KPBS
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Four associate general managers with expanded responsibilities will report to the GM.
System/Policy
While NPR employees negotiate, staffers at two stations approve first union contracts
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NPR staffers are taking to Twitter to call attention to union negotiations.