Station News Archives - PBS Wisconsin

PBS Wisconsin wins 2024 Midwest Emmy, National Edward. R Murrow awards

November 21, 2024

PBS Wisconsin is honored to have received two Midwest Emmy Awards and two national Edward R. Murrow Awards this fall….

Jordan L. Siegler named Wisconsin Public Media Interim Executive Director

November 1, 2024

Jordan L. Siegler has been named Interim Executive Director of Wisconsin Public Media (WPM), the division at the University of…

Wisconsin Public Media Remembers Executive Director Heather L. Reese

October 14, 2024

Wisconsin Public Media (WPM) is saddened by the death of Heather L. Reese, executive director of the University of Wisconsin-Madison…

Jerry Apps Day! Celebrate Jerry Apps’ 90th birthday July 25, 2024

July 11, 2024

Renowned storyteller, author, educator and historian Jerry Apps will celebrate his 90th birthday on Thursday, July 25, 2024. To mark…

Mile of Music Festival program airing on PBS Wisconsin in 2025

June 24, 2024

PBS Wisconsin and Mile of Music organizers announced the upcoming production of a program highlighting the nationally acclaimed festival. Filming…

PBS Wisconsin sponsors cohorts in UW-Madison computer sciences capstone courses

June 6, 2024

PBS Wisconsin began a partnership with the computer sciences (CS) department in the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Computer, Data…

Patty Loew to be inducted into WBA Hall of Fame

May 21, 2024

Former PBS Wisconsin host and producer Patty Loew will be inducted into the Wisconsin Broadcasters Hall of Fame by the…

Celebrating 70 years of PBS Wisconsin

April 29, 2024

On May 3, 1954, PBS Wisconsin, then known as WHA-TV, broadcast on the air for the first time. This month,…

Alyssa Beno

I am the editor of Airwaves, our monthly program guide for members. When I’m not highlighting our incredible programs, I’m pedaling the countryside, hiking at a state park, making soy candles, thrift shopping or hanging out with my husband and miniature schnauzer.

Andrew Carlson

As a community engagement manager for PBS Wisconsin, I create lasting relationships with communities around the state, connecting folks through our programming, outreach, and events. Outside of work, I love hiking with my partner, traveling, making music, and meeting friends old and new.

Becky Marburger

As a member of our Marketing and Communications team, I help share PBS Wisconsin's story, including the content we produce and opportunities we provide. Outside the office, you'll likely find me with my nose in a book, outdoors or farming!

Erik Ernst

I'm the Communications Associate Director at PBS Wisconsin. When I'm not letting people know about all of the awesome work the station is doing around the state, you'll find me planning my family's next trip to somewhere fun, warm and likely connected to a Disney Park.

Ian Lewitz

I'm a PBS Wisconsin publicist and former production assistant for the Wisconsin Life project. I enjoy exploring Wisconsin's many lakes and spending the summer months camping around the state.

Inga Witscher

Inga Witscher is a passionate Wisconsin dairy farmer, cheesemaker and host of PBS Wisconsin’s Around the Farm Table.

Luke Zahm

Luke Zahm is a James Beard-nominated chef and owner of The Driftless Cafe in Viroqua, Wisconsin. He shares his passion for discovering the stories behind the food we eat as host of Wisconsin Foodie.

Marci Glaus

I am the education communications manager for PBS Wisconsin Education. When I am not raving about our outstanding education resources, you can find me dancing, reading, playing, and exploring with my two young children while trying to stay awake past nine o’clock.

Mike Devine

I’m a Public Relations Specialist for PBS Wisconsin who enjoys promoting the wide range of programming that we offer. When I’m not sharing the stories of PBS Wisconsin content, I enjoy going to concerts, watching movies, reading and traveling (Always open to recommendations for my next destination!).

Mark Riechers

Mark is a digital content editor for PBS Wisconsin. A photographer, radio producer and writer, he has experience telling stories from everything from a history of Milwaukee beer ads to processing death through game development.

Pete Schwaba

Pete Schwaba is a stand-up comedian, writer, director and host of "Director's Cut" on PBS Wisconsin. His writing and directing credits include “A Guy Thing” and “The Godfather of Green Bay.” Pete’s TV writing credits include “Are you Smarter than a 5th Grader?” as Jeff Foxworthy’s writer/producer and the sports comedy show “Sports Soup.” Pete is married with two children and splits time between Los Angeles and the Midwest.

Samantha Nash

I’m a project manager at PBS Wisconsin, and formerly an associate editor at WisContext. When I’m not scouring the state for fun music and arts content, I’m usually being forced to go on a hike by my demanding border collie or being forced to read on the couch by my demanding cats.

Sigrid Peterson

I'm a digital producer at PBS Wisconsin. I make our digital shenanigans compelling, friendly, and interactive so viewers can access great PBS programming over the air, on the web, on a boat, in a moat, in a box, with a fox. . . you catch my drift.

Tara Lovdahl

As a publicist for PBS Wisconsin, I love helping people learn about and engage with our wonderful programs. I also enjoy bicycling, baking, playing board games and watching movies (especially musicals).

Tawny Morrison

As the education communications specialist for PBS Wisconsin Education, I get to support teachers by sharing incredible education resources with them. In my free time I do a lot of teaching and learning of my own – with a pair of escrima sticks in my hands at a martial arts gym.