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WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to passage by the House of Representatives of the HEROES Act, which includes provisions to expand eligibility for U.S. Small Business Administration loan access to struggling local newspapers and radio and television stations, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Gordon Smith:

WASHINGTON – The National Association of Broadcasters today announced new public service announcements are available for local radio and TV stations focused on a message of hope and encouragement for Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic. The PSAs direct people to WeAreBroadcasters.com/Hope, which provides mental health resources and tips for practicing wellness.

WASHINGTON – The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced today that Dennis Wharton, executive vice president of Communications, is retiring effective July 1. Wharton, a 24-year veteran of NAB and the longest-serving spokesman in the organization’s history, will continue to serve as a senior adviser to NAB, according to President and CEO Gordon Smith.

Washington, D.C. - In response to bipartisan letter from four influential U.S. Senators (Maria Cantwell (D-WA), John Kennedy (R-LA), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), and John Boozman (R-AR) to their Senate colleagues urging support for expanding U.S. Small Business Administration loan access to struggling local newspapers and radio and television stations, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Gordon Smith:

About WVBA

The West Virginia Broadcasters Association has been representing and serving West Virginia commercial radio and television stations since 1946. We are a member-driven trade association that provides unequaled service and value to stations throughout the state. 

Upcoming Dates

13 Apr
NAB Show
Date 04.13.2024 - 04.17.2024

Las Vegas, NV

The 2024 NAB State Leadership Conference will feature a robust program where broadcasters from all over the United States and Puerto Rico will hear from prominent policymakers and industry leaders, as well as meet with their legislators to discuss key issues affecting the industry. The conference is also a great opportunity to network with fellow broadcasters from across the country.

27 Apr

Morgantown, WV

14 May
5 Nov