The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences-Upper Midwest Chapter is proud to recognize the 2011 Gold & Silver Circle Honorees. Honorees will receive their awards at the 2011 Upper Midwest Regional Emmy Gala on September 24th at the Historic State Theater in downtown Minneapolis, MN. These individuals have made a significant contribution to the [...]

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences-Upper Midwest Chapter recognizes individuals who have made a significant contribution to television well above and beyond that required by their job.  That contribution can be in service to the industry, to NATAS, to the community, or to people training for a career in the field. The Gold Circle [...]

Jane Helmke Jane Helmke is one of those rare individuals whose 27-year career includes only one station: KARE. Along the way, she has been a role model for women, mentored interns, created a unique educational opportunity for students, and helped colleagues earn greater recognition for their work. Jane grew up in a southern Wisconsin Scandinavian [...]

Bill Carlson Bill Carlson was one of WCCO’s most versatile anchors, and one of this region’s most recognized and beloved personalities. His fifty-year career, at WCCO Radio and WCCO TV, is a testament to nice guys finishing first. Carlson literally grew up in the broadcast business. He started at WCCO Radio as a page while [...]