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Broadcasters & Brews Kicks Off in Colorado Springs! |
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The Colorado Broadcasters Association is excited to launch our brand-new networking series: Broadcasters & Brews!
đź“… When: Thursday, September 25th at 5:30 PM
📍 Where: CO Mountain Brewing – 1110 Interquest Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO 80921
This free-to-attend happy hour (just cover your own drinks/food) is designed to bring Colorado’s broadcast community together in a fun, relaxed setting. No panels, no pressure—just good drinks, good people, and great conversations.
✨ Broadcasters & Brews is all about connection. By rotating locations across the state, we’re giving broadcasters a chance to unwind, strengthen relationships, and share the conversations that happen best off the air. Think of it as networking without the nametags.
Whether you’re in TV, radio, or podcasting, brand new to the industry or a seasoned pro, this is your chance to:
- Meet new faces and grow your network
- Reconnect with old friends and colleagues
- Share stories (and maybe a blooper or two!)
- Enjoy one of Colorado Springs’ favorite breweries with your broadcast family
👉 RSVP now and follow along for future events: Colorado Broadcasters Association Meetup
Not in the Colorado Springs area? Don’t worry — our next Broadcasters & Brews stop might be in your city! Stay tuned for announcements.
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Early Bird Extended Through This Friday! 🎟️ |
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Early Bird Ticket Sales End Friday 9/26!
You asked… and we listened!
Early Bird pricing for Raise the Mic: A Hall of Fame Night of Giving has been extended through this Friday, September 26 — and trust us, you don’t want to miss out!
đź“… Friday, October 24
đź“Ť The Dome at AMG | Greenwood Village, CO
We’re rolling out the red carpet for a night of celebration, giving, and glamor — featuring the inaugural induction of the CBA Hall of Fame Class of 2025:
- Mark Cornetta
- Tom Green
- Rex Howell
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- Harry Hoth
- Murphy Huston
- Lee Larsen
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- Dick Maynard
- Gene O’Fallon
- Denise Plante
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This unforgettable evening includes:
🎲 A full Casino Night benefiting the CBA’s Broadcasters Education & Development Scholarship
🧩 A Silent Auction with incredible prizes — 100% of proceeds support our charity partner, Firefly Autism
🍸 Great food, drinks, and amazing company from across Colorado’s broadcast community
Early Bird tickets are the BEST price you’ll get — but only through Friday, 9/26.
Secure your spot, support a great cause, and help us celebrate the legends of Colorado broadcasting! |
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Thank You Congressman Crow! |
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The AM for Every Vehicle Act has passed out of the House committee and is “filibuster proof” with its current number of cosponsors. Colorado’s broadcasters sincerely thank Congressman Jason Crow who joined the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act last week. This brings Colorado’s supporting congressional members to a total of five. Representative Crow joins Reps. Crank, Evans, Neguse and Pettersen in supporting free and accessible public safety communications for Coloradans.
Broadcasters, serving the constituents of Reps. Boebert, DeGette and Hurd should continue airing messages of support for this legislation. English, Spanish, and Christian-format messages are available at the button below.
Important: These messages must be reported in your station’s public inspection file as issue ads. To obtain the NAB’s PB-19 Forms required for documentation, please contact Sarah Lim at [email protected]. |
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LBS Offers New Seller Program |
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The program starts October 6th and offers new sellers:
• Comprehensive Learning: Engage with proven online modules and live classes designed to equip you with key strategies and insights.
• Flexible Schedule: With just 2+ hours a week online and 1 hour of live class time each Monday for seven weeks, you’ll have the flexibility to learn while building your business in the field.
• Valuable Certifications: Earn prestigious LBS Sales and LBS Street Ready certifications that will boost your credibility and marketability.
Limited Spots Available! Secure your place in this transformative program before it’s too late! Available free for CBA members only.
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Virtual Job Fair October 13th |
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The CBA will facilitate a Virtual Job Fair the week of October 13th. Virtual Job Fairs fulfill the FCC option of participating in “at least four job fairs” during a 2-year period. By participating in four virtual job fairs within a 2-year period, a station fulfills one requirement of the third prong (supplemental efforts) of the FCC’s Options Menu.
FREE for CBA Members, $100 for Non-Members.
Register by Wednesday, October 8th at 5:00 PM.
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Leading Through the Al Transition Part 1 |
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AI isn’t coming, it’s already here. In Part 1, we cut through the noise to show how pragmatic leaders can create credibility, capability, and influence through deliberate experimentation.
Join Chase Cabanillas of Whip Media for this free webinar, October 14th at Noon.
Free for CBA Members. Register today! |
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2026 Press Pass Prices Increasing
The CBA is experiencing increased vendor pricing on its press credential supplies.
Please be aware that all Non-Member press credential pricing will increase for 2026 press credentials. The 2026 price schedule is as follows:
Press ID Card - $60
Annual Press Plate Sticker - $35
New Press Plate - $100 (includes required sticker)
CBA Member pricing will not change for 2026 press credentials. |
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Non-Commercial Supporting Announcements (NCSA) |
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Current NCSA Campaigns |
NCSA messages are vital to the CBA. Keep us advocating for you and fulfill community ascertainment requirements with these messages.
Download messages by clicking the button below.
Current NCSA Partners:
• Apprenticeship Colorado (7/1 through 9/30/2025)
• Colorado Dept of Treasury (10/1 through 10/31/2025)
• Energy Outreach Colorado (10/1 through 12/31/2025)
• Work Opportunity Tax Credit (9/1 through 11/30/2025)
Questions?
Contact [email protected] or call (720) 536-5427
Thank you for supporting the CBA!
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Energy Outreach Colorado (EOC) is a nonprofit that provides energy assistance and promotes sustainable practices statewide. Through programs and advocacy, EOC helps families facing energy insecurity and works to ensure equitable access to essential resources. |
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The Great Colorado Payback is responsible for reuniting Coloradans with their lost or forgotten assets. The Colorado State Treasurer currently maintains a list of over 7.6 million names of individuals as well as businesses for whom property is available. |
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2025 FCC Regulatory Fees Due Sept. 25th
The FCC has released its 2025 Regulatory Fees for radio, television and all other licensees.
The payment deadline is September 25, 2025 at 11:59pm (Eastern).
The Colorado Broadcasters Association’s continued advocacy work with the FCC has resulted in another decrease in broadcaster’s regulatory fees this year.
TV fees, listed by call letters, can be found at this link. Radio fees are in the table below. |
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FCC Reminds Stations to File EAS Form One by October 3rd
By Nick Langan, RadioWorld
While the Emergency Alert System’s future is examined, the FCC sent out a reminder this week of the requirement for all stations to file the EAS Test Reporting System Form One.
ETRS Form One for 2025 must be submitted by Oct. 3.
The form includes identifying EAS designation, monitoring assignments, facility location, equipment type and contact information. |
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