System/Policy
New Orleans Public Radio expands classical network
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A format change will bring the broadcaster’s all-classical service to the Houma-Thibodaux region.
Classical music
New Orleans’ WWNO adds full-time classical signal
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The broadcaster acquired the translator at 104.9 FM last fall.
System/Policy
Two Louisiana public radio stations share general manager
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The two stations will maintain independence.
Quick Takes
Dallas, Louisiana stations collaborate for call-in show on police shootings
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Tuesday’s show will air live on each station at 1 p.m. Central time and can also be heard on their online streams.
Programs/Content
How public media stations are covering police violence
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Stations in Louisiana and Minnesota, the sites of last week’s shootings, are taking varied approaches based on staff and resources.
Quick Takes
WWNO reporter arrested while covering police protests
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Ryan Kailath was arrested Saturday on one count of obstruction of highway.
Programs/Content
Podcasts with local focus can help stations own their markets
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“Podcasts help you tell the vital story of your unique little patch of dirt. And every single public radio outlet should be making them.”
Programs/Content
New Orleans stations tell their Katrina stories
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Two stations give insight into how they dealt with the effects of Hurricane Katrina.
Programs/Content
WWNO wins ‘Morning Edition’ contest, gets show for free
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NPR’s Spark initiative aimed to boost audience for Morning Edition and will focus next on All Things Considered.