News & Updates

The Programming Service Welcomes Kayla Romine as Program Manager

TAMPA, Fla. — The Programming Service (TPS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kayla Romine as Program Manager. In this role, Romine will bring more than 14 years of experience in public media, along with a strong background in station operations, programming strategy, and cross-department collaboration, to support TPS member stations and their audiences.

Romine began her public media career at WOUB in 2011 in Master Control and quickly advanced to On-Air Coordinator/Supervisor in 2012, where she led Traffic and Master Control operations while working closely with Programming to support secondary channels. In 2023, she was promoted to Director of Television, serving as head programmer and overseeing the Traffic, Graphics, and Production departments. In this leadership role, Romine focused on delivering accurate and engaging schedules, maintaining strong on-air presentation, and ensuring seamless service to viewers.

“I’m passionate about the mission of public media and the role it plays in serving communities,” said Romine. “I’m excited to join the TPS team and contribute my experience to support stations and the important work they do every day.”

Justin Harvey, President and COO of TPS, shared his enthusiasm for Romine’s appointment: “Kayla brings a thoughtful, collaborative approach and a deep understanding of station operations and programming strategy. Her leadership experience and commitment to public media make her a tremendous addition to our team, and we’re excited to welcome her to TPS.”

Romine will join The Programming Service on February 2, and we look forward to the many contributions she will bring as we continue our mission to enhance and support public media stations nationwide.

The Programming Service Welcomes Michelle LeMay as Program Coordinator

TAMPA, Fla. — The Programming Service (TPS) is delighted to announce the appointment of Michelle LeMay as Program Coordinator. In this role, LeMay will bring her extensive experience and deep passion for public media to help ensure that stations continue to deliver engaging, high-quality programming to their audiences.

LeMay has spent more than 22 years working within the PBS system, primarily at Twin Cities PBS, where she developed a comprehensive understanding of programming and traffic operations. Early in her career, she was an active member of the Traffic Advisory Committee (TAC) and served as Committee Chair, demonstrating both leadership and dedication to collaboration across the public television community.

Outside of her professional life, LeMay is deeply involved in her community. She coaches Special Olympics Track, Bocce, and Bowling, coaches Miracle League Baseball, and officiates volleyball for athletes ranging from 5th grade through college. Her commitment to supporting individuals with special needs, along with her love of walking in the park and watching crime dramas, reflects her caring nature and sense of balance.

“I am passionate about PBS and the programs it provides to viewers,” said LeMay. “I’m excited to bring my experience and enthusiasm to TPS and to continue supporting the important work of public media.”

Justin Harvey, President and COO of TPS, shared his excitement about LeMay’s appointment: “Michelle’s extensive background within the PBS system and her unwavering commitment to public television make her a wonderful addition to our team. We’re thrilled to welcome her and look forward to the expertise and energy she brings.”

LeMay will join The Programming Service on November 17, 2025, and we are eager to see the positive impact she will have as part of our mission to enhance and support public media programming across the country.

The Programming Service Welcomes BJ Eaglesfield as Program Coordinator

TAMPA, Fla. — The Programming Service (TPS) is thrilled to announce the appointment of William (BJ) Eaglesfield as Program Coordinator, a role that will contribute to our commitment to supporting PBS stations nationwide. In this role, Eaglesfield will leverage his experience to ensure that public media stations can effectively engage their audiences.

Eaglesfield’s career in public media began in 2000 as a Production Intern at PBS Michiana – WNIT, located in South Bend, Indiana. After earning his degree from Indiana University South Bend, he quickly advanced at the station, taking on roles such as Master Control Operator and Production Technician. In 2007, he transitioned to the Traffic and Programming department, where he became the lead programmer for the station’s secondary channel. By 2016, Eaglesfield had taken on the role of Traffic Administrator.

“I’ve worked in public media for over 20 years, and I’m extremely excited to take my love of public media to the next level!” said Eaglesfield. “I can’t wait to start working alongside such an amazing team.”

Justin Harvey, President and COO of TPS, expressed his enthusiasm about Eaglesfield’s appointment: “BJ’s deep knowledge of the public media system makes him an ideal fit for TPS. We are thrilled to welcome him and look forward to the many positive contributions he will bring to our team and our partner stations.”

Eaglesfield assumes his role on January 21, 2025, and we look forward to the positive impact he will have on our mission to enhance public media programming across the country.

The Programming Service Welcomes Juliet Fusco as Program Coordinator

TAMPA, Fla. — The Programming Service (TPS) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Juliet Fusco as Program Coordinator, a role that will contribute to our commitment to supporting PBS stations nationwide. In this role, Fusco will leverage her experience to ensure that public media stations can effectively engage their audiences.

Fusco began her public media career at WGBH in Boston, where her passion for the PBS system grew through internships with notable programs like Antiques Roadshow and Frontline. After earning her Bachelor of Arts in Media Arts Production from Emerson College, she joined WETA in Washington, DC, quickly advancing to the role of Traffic Coordinator, where she gained extensive experience in broadcast scheduling and operations.

“I am truly honored to join The Programming Service as a program coordinator,” said Fusco when asked about her new position. “I look forward to working alongside stations nationwide and deepening my understanding of public media. I am excited to collaborate with such a talented team!”

Her enthusiasm for public media is echoed by BaBette Davidson, Co-President and CEO of TPS, who stated, “We are thrilled to have Juliet join the TPS team. Her experience with leading organizations in the public media system, combined with her enthusiasm for the work we do, will make her an excellent addition to our organization and an asset to our station partners.”

Fusco assumed her role on Monday, October 21, 2024, and we look forward to the positive impact she will have on our mission to enhance public media programming across the country.

The Programming Service Elevates Leadership Team for Future Growth

TAMPA, Fla. — The Programming Service (TPS) is pleased to announce a new leadership structure aimed at fostering innovation and operational excellence. Effective October 1, 2024, Justin Harvey will assume the role of Co-President and Chief Operating Officer, while BaBette Davidson will remain Chief Executive Officer, and will share the role of Co-President with Harvey. This strategic transition reflects TPS’s commitment to a collaborative leadership approach, positioning the organization to better serve its station partners in an evolving media landscape.

Harvey, who joined TPS in 2018 and most recently served as Senior Vice President of Programming, brings over 20 years of proven experience in the public media sector at both the station and partner levels. Davidson, a well-respected leader in public media with nearly 25 years of service to TPS, has successfully overseen the organization’s significant growth, including the doubling of its station partnership portfolio and record revenue increases year over year.

“Welcoming Justin into this new leadership role marks an exciting chapter for TPS,” said Davidson. “I look forward to closely collaborating on initiatives that will maintain the trust of our station partners while nurturing our culture of teamwork and innovation. Together, we will guide TPS through its next phase of growth.”

As Co-Presidents, Davidson and Harvey will work in tandem to ensure a smooth transition and build upon the solid foundation established during Davidson’s tenure.

“I am honored to step into the Co-President and Chief Operating Officer role alongside BaBette,” said Harvey. “Contributing to the great work TPS has accomplished with our stations has been a privilege, and I eagerly anticipate collaborating with BaBette to strategize on our next phase of innovation.”

TPS remains dedicated to its mission of being a trusted partner for PBS stations, providing strategic programming support and consultation. This new leadership structure will further enhance TPS’s capacity to achieve its objectives.

Melodie Phoenix Joins The Programming Service as a Program Coordinator

Tampa, FL (June 17, 2024)

BaBette Davidson, President and CEO of The Programming Service, announced Melodie Phoenix has joined the organization as a Program Coordinator.

Melodie comes with extensive public media experience as she was the Traffic Operations Assistant at Vegas PBS for over 15 years. She had a decorated tenure at Vegas PBS. Mel was honored with an Award of Excellence in 2021 and an Award of Merit in 2020 both issued by the Las Vegas Valley PRSA Pinnacle Awards. In 2019 and 2020, she was recognized with a bronze Telly Award.

In terms of her new position, Phoenix said, “I keep pinching myself but haven’t woken up yet, so (despite the tiny bruises) I’m slowly smiling into the reality that I now get to serve PBS communities, nationwide! Joining what is truly such an amazing team, all who hold the same importance to public media as I do, is nothing short of Abby-Cadabby-kinda-magic at work. I’m here, and entirely grateful for all of it!”

BaBette Davidson, President of The Programming Service said, “Melodie’s work with Vegas PBS has been exemplary. We have really enjoyed collaborating with her through the Vegas station and are excited for Mel to join us at The Programming Service. Her Traffic expertise and passion for public media will have a great impact on our company and on our client stations.”

Founded in 1996, The Programming Service for Public Television is based in Tampa and currently serves over 50 PBS client stations across the country. The company provides strategic program scheduling customized for each market across all platforms, consults on station program-purchase decisions and guides in crafting on-air fundraising schedules in markets including LA, Seattle, Detroit, Orlando, Milwaukee, Iowa, and Denver, among others.

Jessica Turk Joins The Programming Service as a Program Director

Tampa, FL (February 7, 2024)

BaBette Davidson, President and CEO of The Programming Service, announced Jessica Turk has joined the organization as a Program Director.

Jessica received her BFA in Drama from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts with a concentration in directing and producing and holds an MBA from Belmont University. She served the viewers of Nashville Public Television for nearly a decade, first as the Assistant Program Manager, then Program Manager, and became the Director of Programming in 2021. Jessica serves on the board of the PBS Programming Advisory Committee and previously on the Public Television Programming Association board. She is also a graduate of the Public Media Women in Leadership CEO/COO Bootcamp. Jessica holds two associate producing credits—one for the PBS Plus documentary, By One Vote: Woman Suffrage in the South and another for the APT documentary Facing the Laughter: Minnie Pearl.

Jessica shared, “I’m honored to join the amazing team of professionals at The Programming Service and look forward to working with local stations from across the U.S.”

BaBette Davidson, President of The Programming Service said, “We are delighted to have Jessica join our team. Her work at NPT has been impressive and impactful to the PBS system. She will bring a lot of expertise to our station partners and will help grow us as a company.”

Amelia Mitchum Joins The Programming Service as a Program Coordinator

Tampa, FL (July 18, 2023) – BaBette Davidson, President and CEO of The Programming Service, announced that Amelia Mitchum has joined the organization as a Program Coordinator.

Mitchum received her B.S. in Communications, Journalism, and Electronic Media from the University of Tennessee. She went on to work in television production as an associate producer, account representative, production manager, and traffic specialist before joining PBS Charlotte in 2017 as the Director of Media Operations. During her time at PBS Charlotte, Mitchum continued to gain extensive traffic experience and was actively involved in growing community engagement in the Charlotte area. She currently serves as a Community Advisory Committee member in her town in North Carolina.

Amelia shared, “It’s an honor to join the professional and passionate team at The Programming Service. I am grateful for the opportunity to work with stations across the country and to continue my work with PBS Charlotte, where I was introduced to the wonderful world of public television. The comprehensive experience and knowledge at The Programming Service is vast and I look forward to working with the team.” BaBette Davidson, President of The Programming Service said, “Amelia’s work with PBS Charlotte has been impressive. We have really enjoyed working with her through the Charlotte station and we are thrilled to have her join our team at The Programming Service. Her Traffic expertise and love of public television will have a huge impact on our company and on our client stations.”

Bryant Wilson Joins The Programming Service for Public Television as Vice President of Programming and Acquisition

Tampa, FL (April 5, 2023) – BaBette Davidson, President and CEO of The Programming Service for Public Television, announced that Bryant Wilson has joined the organization as Vice President of Programming and Acquisition.

Bryant began his career in Public Broadcasting at PBS. He then joined the team at WETA where he worked for over twenty years. He started at WETA as a Traffic Coordinator and worked his way up to Senior Director of TV Programming; a position he began in 2016. Bryant is skilled in programming and promotional strategy. In 2021, he launched the WETA/GPB program offer initiative, collaborating with GPB, to have sourced content to create a variety of programming offers available to stations through the PBS system. He currently serves on the board of PTPA to collaborate on programming ideas that benefit many stations within the system.

In terms of his new position, Wilson said, “I am very excited about joining The Programming Service and I look forward to collaborating with this team of programming experts. PBS stations play an important part in our communities and I am ready to help them continue to connect with their audiences through our work at The Programming Service. Having spent my entire career in public broadcasting and 22 years at WETA, I am passionate about public media and grateful for this opportunity.” BaBette Davidson, President of The Programming Service shared, “Strategic Programming that has a positive impact on the stations and communities we serve is at the heart of everything we do. Bryant’s passion and experience makes him a perfect fit for The Programming Service.”

Founded in 1996, The Programming Service for Public Television is based in Tampa and currently serves 52 PBS client stations across the country. The company provides strategic program scheduling customized for each market across all platforms, consults on station program-purchase decisions and guides in crafting on-air fundraising schedules in markets including LA, Seattle, Detroit, Orlando, Milwaukee, Iowa, and Denver among others.

Courtney Paul Joins The Programming Service for Public Television as an Assistant Program Manager

Tampa, FL (January 6, 2023) – BaBette Davidson, President and CEO of The Programming Service for Public Television, announced that Courtney Paul has joined the organization as an Assistant Program Manager.

Davidson said, “We are really excited to have Courtney join our team. Her Programming and Traffic expertise will be such an asset to our team and to the client stations we work with. Her enthusiasm for Public Media is just one of the many things that makes her a perfect fit for The Programming Service.” In reference to her new position, Paul said, “It’s a dream come true to be working with the amazing group of professionals at The Programming Service. The best part of my 2-decade obsession with Traffic and Programming is the ever-fluctuating growth and evolution of the media landscape. It is clear that this team is ready to meet those challenges head on. And while it’s an exciting time to be a part Public Media, it’s more exciting to be working with people with such a passion for PBS.”

Courtney Paul began working in Traffic in 2002 at WOUB while she was a student at Ohio University, Athens. Paul then went on to work for eTech, which is now BEMC, the Ohio Joint Master Control. Paul then spent 15 years in the Traffic and Programming Department of WOSU Public Media. Paul was a member of the TAC team for several years and presented at TechCon. Paul also serves on the board of her local humane society and loves giving back to her small town community.

WGVU and WKNO join The Programming Service for Public Television

Tampa, FL (January 5, 2023)

The Programming Service is pleased to announce that WGVU in Grand Rapids, Michigan and WKNO in Memphis, Tennessee have joined our programming family.

WGVU is part of Grand Valley State University. The station first signed on the air on December 17, 1972. For 50 years, the station has been serving its community with the mission to, “connect with communities by using the strengths of public media to educate, inform, inspire and entertain”. WGVU serves over 2.4 million people in Michigan, ensuring that everyone has access to high quality content that strengthens the community. Included in the content provided are many local series and programs such as, WGVU Community Connection, WGVU Newsmakers, and Powerful Women: Let’s Talk, geared towards accomplishing their mission and goals.

WKNO has been serving the Memphis community for more than 65 years. WKNO is committed to creating and presenting the very best local and national content. Local content includes A Conversation with…, Behind the Headlines, and The Best Times (and many more!). WKNO is a trusted resource and strives to, “seek diversity and excellence in people, ideas and services” all while “building and nourishing relationships within the community”.

The Programming Service shares many of the same values as WGVU and WKNO, such as excellence, integrity and inclusion, which is one of the many reasons that we are excited to collaborate with these stations to provide the very best public media content available for their viewers and members. BaBette Davidson, President and CEO of The Programming Service said, “We are overjoyed to be working with Jim Rademaker and his team at WGVU and Charles McLarty and his team at WKNO. Both stations work extremely hard to super-serve their communities and we are excited to aid them in accomplishing their programming goals.”

The Programming Service for Public Television celebrates 25^th anniversary with Founders event

Tampa, FL (October 17, 2022)

The Programming Service for Public Television celebrated its 25^th anniversary with a special event for the founders of the company. The founders of The Programming Service, together with the current staff, met together to celebrate the history of the company and the accomplishments of the last 25 years.

In 1996, Florida Public Broadcasting (FPB) received a planning grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) to explore the possibility of consolidating some services performed at each Florida member station in order to create efficiencies of scale and allow stations to conserve operating funds. Five member stations were willing to contribute funding to the startup of the programming service: Steve Rogers & WEDU, Patrick Keating (deceased) & WFSU, Bill Dresser (deceased) & WJCT, Allan Pizzato & WSRE, Rick Lehner & WUFT, which became the founding partners. Michael Seymour, previously of KERA, was hired as President of Programming by unanimous vote. They started work on August 12, 1996 as the first official day of business of the FPB Programming Service, as it was first known.

What originally started as an idea to save individual public television stations some money and to improve station scheduling, increase viewership and membership, has evolved over the years into an industry-leading organization that exceeded every measure of success that was ever set for it. These 25 years later, the business has grown from the 5 original stations to 50, representing 73 television markets and 45% of the total TV households in the country. The Programming Service continues to work diligently to improve viewership and membership for its client stations, as well as work with national public television leadership in a variety of ways to foster best practices and innovate new ideas for public television nationally.

When accepting his Founders’ plaque, Steve Rogers gave a passionate speech about “PBS DNA” and the special importance public media holds in our country and how The Programming Service not only has that unique DNA, but is a torchbearer in the sphere of public media. In terms of the founders event, he said, “When we created The Programming Service twenty five years ago there were five Florida stations willing to take the chance. We had no idea it would grow into the organization we witnessed at the Founders Dinner providing programming services to half the PBS system! Congratulations to all of you on such a wonderful success and thank you for honoring us with such a beautiful event”

Rick Lehner commented, “It was wonderful to see so many friends and meet all of the great people who make The Programming Service so successful. I am so delighted to see the dream we all had 25 years ago become such a successful and integral part of the public television system. You have all worked so hard to ensure the success of The Programming Service. I know we, as the founding stations, appreciate all that you continue to do for the clients and all of public television.”

“What a wonderful evening of celebrating 25 years of The Programming Service.” Said Mike Seymour. “Sharing the evening with my Programming Service family, Board members, and 3 of the 5 founders made for a perfect night. Thank you to BaBette and all the folks that helped her plan the celebration. What a joyous day and night! I was so touched by the tree dedication memorial to Lyn and me at the park. I know she would be pleased and honored to be remembered in such a manner.”

BaBette Davidson, President and CEO of The Programming Service since 2015 said, “We are so grateful for the opportunity to recognize and honor our founding partners. We would not be where we are today without them. It was a wonderful experience to revel in the rich history of The Programming Service and to see how far we have come in the last 25 years. Providing excellent programming to our client stations and their communities has always been our top priority, and that is something that has not changed since the company was founded. Our goal is to continue the great tradition of The Programming Service and we are excited to see where we can go in the next 25 years.”

New Hampshire PBS and Nashville Public Television join The Programming Service for Public Television

Tampa, FL (July 5, 2022)

The Programming Service is delighted to announce that New Hampshire PBS and Nashville Public Television have both joined our programming family.

New Hampshire PBS has served its community with award winning local programs and the best that PBS has to offer for over sixty years. New Hampshire PBS is committed to, “commercial free programming that engages minds, connects communities, and celebrates the Granite State in a way that entertains as well as educates and has impact beyond the broadcast.” Nashville Public Television similarly is highly committed to its community. With the core values of, “respect for our audience, diversity and balance of perspectives, and integrity in everything we do”, Nashville Public Television’s mission is to inspire, educate, and engage their community of over 2 million people throughout the Middle Tennessee and southern Kentucky viewing area.

The communities that we serve are at the center of everything we do at The Programming Service. We believe in the power that public television has and it is always our goal to provide programming that is enjoyable and impactful. BaBette Davidson, President and CEO of The Programming Service said, “We look forward to welcoming Peter Frid and the New Hampshire PBS team back to TPS! It says so much that they are returning to the service. We are excited to partner with them as NH PBS continues to super serve their community with the best of PBS and their own unique flavor of local programs. Nashville Public Television does incredible work in their community, as well, with exceptional programs like Next Door Neighbors, Tennessee Crossroads, Volunteer Gardener, The Citizenship Project and Aging Matters. We are honored to support their local efforts with the very best national content available and to continue our partnership with the incomparable Becky Magura!” We are grateful that we will get to work with New Hampshire PBS and Nashville Public Television and have a hand in the wonderful work that both stations are doing for the people in their areas.

The Programming Service for Public Television Celebrates Twenty-Five Years of Service

Tampa, FL (May 18th, 2022)

As we celebrate 25 years, The Programming Service for Public Television is deeply thankful to the amazing stations that have allowed us to become their trusted partners in expanding public television’s mission.

With gratitude for the visionary leadership and counsel of founding President Mike Seymour and his wife Lyn Ganz Seymour

1996 Founding Station Leaders:
WEDU PBS – Steve Rogers
WFSU Public Media – Patrick Keating
WJCT Public Media – Bill Dresser
WSRE – Allan Pizzato
WUFT News – Rick Lehner

Cyndy Robbins Joins The Programming Service for Public Television as Vice President of Programming

Tampa, FL (April 4, 2022)

BaBette Davidson, President and CEO of The Programming Service for Public Television, announced that Cyndy Robbins has joined the organization as Vice President of Programming.

Davidson said, “We are delighted to have Cyndy join our team. We have a long work history with Cyndy and she has accomplished so much in her twenty-five years in public broadcasting. She will bring a lot of expertise to our station partners and we can’t wait to see how she will help us continue to grow as a company.” In reference to her new position, Robbins said, “I am honored to be joining the dedicated team at The Programming Service and to contribute to the future success of local stations across the U.S.”

Robbins began working with Vegas PBS in 2007 as Director of Programming and became the Content Director in 2012. Robbins has served on many national committees including PBS Programming Advisory Council (Chair), PBS Pledge Programming Advisory Council and American Public Television’s Premium Service Advisory Committee. She has also been the recipient of several Public Relations Society of America Awards including Pinnacle Awards and Awards of Excellence for campaigns at Vegas PBS and many other public television awards such as a Golden Grid award from TRAC Media Services and the PBS Development Inspiration Award in 2010 for the “Do Your Part” campaign.

KLRN joins The Programming Service for Public Television

Tampa, FL (December 1, 2021)

The Programming Service is pleased to announce that KLRN of San Antonio, Texas has joined our programming family.

KLRN has been a premiere PBS station for nearly 60 years. KLRN’s mission is to, “open a world of lifelong learning through trustworthy and enriching programs on-air, online and in our community.” KLRN’s dedication to learning and exploration is inspiring and truly uplifts the community. The Programming Service is thrilled to be able to support KLRN in their mission since we too are dedicated to lifelong learning and strive to have a positive impact on viewers with the very best programming available. President and CEO of The Programming Service, BaBette Davidson, said, “We are so happy that we were able to add Andrea Sosa, who was the programmer for KLRN, to our team, and now the station itself. KLRN is doing great work in San Antonio and we are grateful to have a hand in their efforts.” Arthur Emerson, President and CEO of KLRN said, “All of us at KLRN are looking forward to joining The Programming Service for Public Television. We’re convinced that our community will benefit from the collective wisdom of a team of program experts and the collaboration with other member PBS stations.”

Andrea Sosa Joins the Programming Service for Public Television as a Program Director

Tampa, FL (November 15, 2021)

BaBette Davidson, President and CEO of The Programming Service for Public Television, announced that Andrea Sosa has joined the organization as a Program Director.

Davidson said, “We are beyond thrilled to have Andrea join our team. Andrea is a wonderful programmer and person! She has accomplished so much during her time at KLRN and has really made a difference in the PBS system. She is the perfect addition to our team and we look forward to all that she will accomplish for our station partners.” In reference to her new position, Sosa said, “After 18 years in Public Broadcasting with KLRN in San Antonio, I am delighted to embark on a new journey with The Programming Service for Pubic Television, where I will continue to develop program schedules for KLRN, as well as other stations across the country. I look forward to joining this exceptional team of dedicated programming professionals and continue to serve our local communities.”

Sosa began working with KLRN Public Television in 2003. She originally joined KLRN as a Programming Assistant and in 2018 was promoted to Director of Program Content. Andrea was Vice President of the PTPA Board in 2016 and the President of the PTPA board in 2017. In 2019, Sosa was named the PTPA Programmer of the Year and will remain on the board until 2022. Sosa has also been involved in PBS Advisory Councils, was a Wyncote Fellow in 2018, and has earned certificates in General Nonprofit Management, Fundraising, and Leadership Development.

Founded in 1996, The Programming Service for Public Television is based in Tampa and currently serves 49 PBS client stations across the country. The company provides strategic program scheduling customized for each market across all platforms, consults on station program-purchase decisions and guides in crafting on-air fundraising schedules in markets including LA, Seattle, Detroit, Orlando, Milwaukee, Iowa, and Denver among others.

WILL joins The Programming Service for Public Television

Tampa, FL (November 2, 2021)

The Programming Service is delighted to announce that Illinois Public Media (WILL), on the campus of the University of Illinois and serving the East Central Illinois area, has joined our programming family.

WILL has a century of history behind it. WILL’s radio station began broadcasting in the 1920s and WILL-TV began broadcasting in 1955. Since then, WILL has been dedicated to educating its community and viewers through public media. Illinois Public Media is committed to entertaining, inspiring, and empowering its audience with the best of public television, which is a mission that The Programming Service for Public Television shares. President and CEO of The Programming Service, BaBette Davidson, said, “We are so happy to work with the WILL-TV team and for the trust that they are showing in us in this new partnership. Their passion for public television matches our own and we are eager to assist them in serving their community.” Lillie Duncanson, Director of Broadcast Operations at WILL, said, “This partnership will not only grow our audience but will bring efficiencies to the organization, allowing us to focus on the local services that make Illinois Public Media an essential part of East Central Illinois.”

Tampa, FL (August 23, 2021)

The Programming Service is proud to announce that we are celebrating our 25th anniversary! Thank you to our family of stations and our wonderful partners who have made this possible. We are grateful to be part of the positive impact that public television has made over the last 25 years.

KAMU and WTCI joins The Programming Service for Public Television

Tampa, FL (March 1, 2021)

The Programming Service is pleased to announce that KAMU in College Station, Texas and WTCI in Chattanooga, Tennessee have recently joined our programming family.

Universal educational opportunity has been KAMU’s mission for over 50 years. The Programming Service hopes to continue to build on the educational legacy that KAMU has been constructing for decades by offering premier programming and services that will continue to enrich and engage the community. BaBette Davidson, President and CEO of The Programming Service said, “We are so excited to work with Doug Walker and his excellent team at KAMU. We are extremely grateful to work with such a strong group of Texas stations.”

WTCI similarly has been enriching their community for over 50 years. WTCI aims to be a “center of exploration for all ages”. The Programming Service is excited to partner with WTCI in order to assist them with their mission of “empowering people to discover their world” and to continue to be a prominent community resource. Davidson said, “We are so thrilled to once again be working with our good friend, Bob Culkeen, and his outstanding staff at WTCI.”