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Beth Courtney, former CEO of Louisiana Public Broadcasting, dies at 81
Courtney had retired from the station in 2022.
Carolyn Bailey Lewis, ground-breaking station leader and educator, dies at 78
“She brought an unwavering passion for public media, along with a wealth of knowledge and experience,” said Steve Skidmore, interim GM at WOUB in Athens, Ohio.
Colorado collaborations chart path forward without CPB
Two journalism collaborations received funding from the Colorado chapter of Press Forward.
Opinion: A growing civic-media movement challenges public media to adapt
If you’ve been considering partnerships with local libraries, film festivals or local indie game studios, it’s time to prioritize that outreach.
KET CEO Shae Hopkins dies at 69
“Hopkins was admired and beloved by her coworkers, board members, volunteers, and colleagues throughout the public broadcasting system,” KET said in a news release.
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Analysis finds changing market for public media station transactions
Since 2020, transactions with no cash at all have become the most common license-transfer method in public media, according to a new Public Media Company study.Comings and goings: CDP appoints VP, Aspen Public Radio names news director …
Susannah Winslow stepped up to VP of innovation and marketing for the Contributor Development Partnership.‘POV Shorts’ shifts from PBS to Time Studios’ YouTube channel
“The move is best understood as an expansion of the series’ distribution strategy,” said EP Opal H. Bennett.Connecticut Public celebrates literacy, local connection with 'Generation: Baby-Sitters Club'
With the popular children’s books turning 40 this year, the station has launched a new season of its hit podcast series celebrating the work that’s inspired and enchanted millions.
PBS News seeks new revenue through paid memberships
The monthly Press Pass will give members access to exclusive newsletters, virtual events, sponsor-free podcasts and other perks.Sarah Ashworth appointed to lead PBS Wisconsin, Wisconsin Public Radio
“This combined focus will allow us to better serve the state, tell more Wisconsin stories across all platforms and meet our audiences where they are.”NPR to move public editor partnership to University of Maryland
Kelly McBride, the current public editor, will leave the role at the end of this year.
Comings and goings: NYPR hires CDO, Priska Neely to lead ‘Marketplace’ initiative …
Kimberly Watson will lead development for New York Public Radio.Little League honors WVIA for 15 years of Challenger game broadcasts
The exhibition games showcase players with physical and intellectual challenges.Alex Worthey named GM of WMNF
Worthey will succeed Randi Zimmerman, who is retiring.
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