Iowa PBS

Iowa PBS

http://iowapbs.org
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Iowa PBS, a state-owned entity headquartered in the US, founded in 1969, employs approximately 60 individuals and reported $37.4M in revenue as of 2023. Functioning as a tier 2 media tech buyer, the organization, formerly known as Iowa Public Television, operates a network of Public Broadcasting Service member stations within the U.S. state of Iowa, under the ownership of the Iowa Public Broadcasting Board, providing broadcast television and radio services.

Revenue

Founded

1969

Headcount

54

Headquarters

US

Primary Segment

Broadcast television and radio

Ownership

State Owned

News Summary:

Iowa PBS recently announced a "Trivia Night With Iowa Life" event, featuring Charity Nebbe, scheduled for April 29 at the Deadwood Tavern in Iowa City, focusing on Iowa's people, cultures, and stories. Earlier, on March 10, ten bankers from across the state helped Iowa PBS raise nearly $12,000 during its annual pledge drive, "Festival," which commenced March 11 and concludes March 15. Previously, on February 27, the broadcaster featured a discussion on "Cancer in Iowa" on its "Iowa Press" program, addressing rising cancer rates, their causes, and potential actions for state leaders and Iowans, with funding from Friends the Iowa PBS Foundation. On February 26, Iowa PBS highlighted the Brit Floyd concert, "The Moon the Wall and Beyond," which recreates the Pink Floyd concert experience. This followed Iowa PBS digitizing its available archives of past wrestling finals for free public viewing on February 20, ahead of its broadcast of the 2026 IHSAA State Wrestling Championships, marking the first time the finals appeared on the channel since 2002.

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Mar

12th

2026

06:30

Trivia Night With Iowa Life

Think you know Iowa? Put your knowledge to the test at Trivia Night With Iowa Life! Join Charity Nebbe on April 29 at 6 p.m. at the Deadwood Tavern in Iowa City for a fun evening of trivia celebrating the people, cultures and stories that make Iowa unique.

Mar

10th

2026

18:30

Iowa Bankers Help Iowa PBS Raise Nearly $12,000 at Festival

Bankers volunteer for public television’s annual fundraising campaign. JOHNSTON, Iowa (March 11, 2026) — Ten bankers from across the state helped kick off Iowa PBS’ annual pledge drive, known as Festival, which continues through March 15.

Feb

27th

2026

20:29

[Kay Henderson] Rising cancer rates in Iowa. What's causing it and what should state leaders and all Iowans be doing about it? We'll talk with two experienced cancer doctors on this edition of Iowa Press. [Announcer] Funding for Iowa Press was provided by Friends, the Iowa PBS Foundation.

Feb

26th

2026

06:30

Brit Floyd: The Moon, the Wall and Beyond Concert

Brit Floyd has performed for millions of fans worldwide, earning a reputation as the most authentic Pink Floyd concert experience touring today. With flawless musicianship, soaring vocals and breathtaking visuals, Brit Floyd recreates the music you love, from “Comfortably Numb” to “Wish You Were Here.” Every note is delivered with precision and passion. Don’t miss Brit Floyd, the ultimate Pink Floyd experience.

Feb

20th

2026

06:34

Events, B2B Tag

Wrestling: Iowa PBS Finals Archives

Ahead of Saturday night’s return to Iowa PBS for the 2026 IHSAA State Wrestling Championships, the statewide public broadcaster has digitized its available archives of past wrestling finals for free public viewing. IHSAA’s wrestling finals last appeared on Iowa PBS in 2002.

Iowa High School Athletic Association

Feb

6th

2026

03:09

Partnerships and Alliances, B2B Tag

Iowa PBS and the IGHSAU Announce Multiyear Extension for Girls State Championship Broadcasts

JOHNSTON — Iowa PBS and the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU) this week announced a multiyear extension of their partnership to provide statewide broadcast coverage of the IGHSAU Girls State Championships. The new Iowa PBS — IGHSAU agreement begins in January 2026 and runs until 2031, with options to extend joint coverage through 2035.

Feb

5th

2026

06:30

Funding Activities, Cost Cutting, B2B Tag

Iowa PBS Calls on Iowans to Support Public Television During Pledge Drive

From Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood and coverage of the Iowa State Fair to Downton Abbey and Market to Market, Iowa PBS has been a trusted part of the state’s educational and cultural life for more than 50 years.

Feb

4th

2026

06:30

Management Changes, B2B Tag

Iowa PBS Executive Director and General Manager Named to America's Public Television Stations Board

America’s Public Television Stations (APTS) announced that Andrew Batt has been elected to its board. Batt serves as Executive Director and General Manager of Iowa PBS, Iowa’s statewide public media network. He leads the organization’s four broadcast channels and expanding digital platforms, advancing its mission to educate, inform and inspire Iowans through trusted journalism, lifelong learning and community engagement.

Jan

29th

2026

06:30

Partnerships and Alliances, B2B Tag

Iowa PBS and the IGHSAU Announce Multiyear Extension for Girls State Championship Broadcasts

Iowa PBS and the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU) today announced a multiyear extension of their partnership to provide statewide broadcast coverage of the IGHSAU Girls State Championships. The new Iowa PBS – IGHSAU agreement begins in January 2026 and runs until 2031, with options to extend joint coverage through 2035.

Jan

28th

2026

18:30

Partnerships and Alliances, B2B Tag

IGHSAU and Iowa PBS Announce Multiyear Extension for Girls State Championship Broadcasts

1/29/2026 The Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU) and Iowa PBS today announced a multiyear extension of their partnership to provide statewide broadcast coverage of the IGHSAU Girls State Championships. The new Iowa PBS – IGHSAU agreement begins in January 2026 and runs until 2031, with options to extend joint coverage through 2035.

Jan

27th

2026

06:30

Iowa PBS's broadcast serving central Iowa temporarily interrupted

Iowa PBS's transmitter, KDIN Channel 11, serving the central Iowa viewing area will be intermittently out of service beginning at 12 a.m. on Wednesday, January 28 due to the installation of a new transmitter. The Iowa PBS crew will work diligently to limit the outage as much as possible, which is expected to conclude by 3 a.m. on January 28.

Jan

9th

2026

06:30

Iowa PBS included in the Business Record’s Top 25 Most Influential Nonprofits

Iowa PBS has been named one of the Top 25 Most Influential Nonprofits in the Des Moines metro area, according to the Business Record’s annual Book of Lists. The recognition places Iowa PBS among a select group of nonprofit organizations recognized for their influence, impact and service to the Greater Des Moines community.

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