System/Policy
Public broadcasters in Alaska face a convergence of crises
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Alaska’s public broadcasters were facing financial challenges long before the pandemic hit.
System/Policy
Alaska public broadcasters lose state funding
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Stations will lose their entire appropriation, which was $2.7 million in fiscal year 2019.
System/Policy
Veto by Alaska’s governor threatens funding for state pubcasters
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An end to state funding could devastate Alaska’s small and medium-sized stations, according to the executive director of Alaska Public Broadcasting Inc.
Programs/Content
Minnesota’s community radio stations find unique niche for covering arts and culture
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Backing from a special tax-supported fund has allowed volunteer-powered stations to enhance their local programming.
"The Pub" Podcast
‘The Pub’ #113: How states are doling out dollars for public media
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Ever wonder how much your state spends on public media? Current has got you covered with a new, comprehensive guide to state funding.
System/Policy
For some pubcasters, state funding plays valuable role in strengthening service
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State money makes up a relatively small slice of total system revenue but can make a big difference at stations.
System/Policy
Ten lessons from West Virginia Public Broadcasting’s near-death experience
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After a roller-coaster ride to preserve state funding for West Virginia Public Broadcasting, Executive Director Scott Finn reflects on what he learned from the crisis.
System/Policy
West Virginia network lays off five after state funding cuts
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WVPB’s state funding was reduced by more than 20 percent.
System/Policy
Minnesota supplies $1.95 million for new public TV equipment
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Pioneer Public Television will move into new headquarters in the next year.