WGTE Public Media Blog

WGTE Presents Monroe Street United Methodist Church Documentary

WGTE Public Media is proud to premiere the latest edition of its award-winning Toledo Stories documentary series, Monroe St. United, on Thursday, December 18, at 8:00 p.m. The 30-minute program celebrates the 200th anniversary of Monroe Street United Methodist Church (MSUMC), which has been at the center of religious life in Toledo since 1825. Read More

Rodgers & Hart’s “Manhattan” at 100 – A Birthday Celebration

By John Bigelow
Contributing Writer It was a century ago, 1925, the middle of the Roaring Twenties, in New York. The country was on fire. Captains of industry, titans of finance, and show business impresarios were creating fortunes and reputations and making American into a world powerhouse. The Great War was over and it seemed there was nothing but smooth sailing ahead. Optimism was in the air. Read More

Monroe Street United Methodist Church

WGTE Public Media and Monroe Street United Methodist Church have embarked on a wonderful documentary project that will chronicle the 200 year history of the Monroe Street United Methodist Church.  This project is 75% finished and MSUMC needs your help to get it finished. 

In a city that’s seen hardship and hope, Monroe Street United Methodist Church has stood strong for 200 years. Read More

Friday's Featured Recording 9/19/25

This Friday’s featured recording: Pat Metheny’s 80/81  Read More

Future of WGTE, other public entities hang in balance

Public media funding has become a key topic of discussion. S. Amjad Hussain gives a few answers and perspectives. Read Now.

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Funding FAQs: Why WGTE Public Media Needs Your Support

Public media funding has become a key topic of discussion. WGTE Public Media has answered some common questions to help you understand how public media funding works and why it’s so important to our service.

5 Key Points About Public Media and Federal Funding:

  • Reach: Public media serves 99% of the U.S. population, reaching millions every day.
  • CPB Funding: The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) distributes federal funds to local stations. Read More