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The Legacy of PBS Wisconsin Emeritus Director Jon Miskowski

Frederica Freyberg:
Finally tonight we relay the news with sadness that Jon Miskowski, our PBS Wisconsin director of television, has passed away following a long battle with cancer. Jon Miskowski was director since 2015. Originally from Stevens Point, he started his career here as a volunteer at WHA-TV back in 1984. Jon’s vision brought many firsts to this station, including LZ Lambeau welcoming home Wisconsin’s Vietnam veterans.

Singer:
I want to thank you from my heart.

Frederica Freyberg:
Other initiatives Jon developed include PBS Wisconsin Education, Wisconsin Hometown Stories and Tribal Histories. Upon his retirement earlier this month, Jon said, “My 40 years in public television, including my time as PBS Wisconsin Director of Television, have been a source of inspiring challenges and creative joy.” From all of us here at PBS Wisconsin, thank you, Jon, for your leadership. Jon is survived by his wife, two sons, and the light of his life, his granddaughter. Jon Miskowski was 65.