WXXI Alumni

03/24/2026

Raise your hand if you were there. Raise two if you’re in this reel!

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02/28/2026

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02/20/2026

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WXXI's "All Things Considered" host Alex Crichton is ending a 45-year radio career on Feb. 27.

01/20/2026

George Walter- This seems to be the latest scammer.

Everyone - Please ignore comments like Sandra’s. I’ve removed quite a few of them today that were posted by from several accounts.

Feel free to report comments like hers. I will continue to remove them.

01/06/2026

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WXXI President & CEO Chris Hastings spoke with News10NBC's Erin Mahon about the dissolution of CPB and the future of public media in Rochester. You can hear the interview tonight at 6pm on WHEC TV.

12/22/2025

More exciting news! WXXI President & CEO Christopher Hastings today announced a strategic reorganization of its corporate structure as he works to build a new foundation and business model in response to the federal rescission of nearly $2M in funding and the shutdown of the Corporation of Public Broadcasting.

This realignment includes the promotions of Rhonda Austin, Ryan Williamson, Veronica Volk, Greg Carter, Todd McCammon, Katie Epner, Sarah Wolcheski, Kristin Tutino, Jim Malley, and Jon Haliniak. The reorganization will combine key departments into four core divisions — the Content Division and the Marketing and Revenue Division, Technology and Business Affairs. This new structure is part of a broader strategy as WXXI looks to invest in innovation and diversify its revenue streams to build a sustainable future.

Click the link in the comments to read the full announcement.

11/16/2025

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(Rochester, New York) November 13, 2025 — Jeanne Fisher, Vice President for Radio at WXXI, has announced her retirement effective at the end of the month, concluding a distinguished 29-year career with the organization. Since joining WXXI in 1996, Fisher has provided leadership and strategic direc...

11/01/2025

A small group of us got together last week. We all feel like we should do this more often. Life is short and we should spend it with our friends. Reach out if you live in the area or will be in the area and we'll try to keep you informed on when the next gathering will be.

10/30/2025

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10/01/2025

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One of WXXI’s longest-serving leaders is leaving her post soon.

08/14/2025

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View Deanne Molinari's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

07/23/2025

This is a moment for action, not despair. Because you value what WXXI brings to your life and this community, now is the time to step up. The most effective way to support WXXI in this moment is monthly giving. Even a modest monthly sustaining gift makes a real and lasting impact.

Here's how you can become a sustainer or make a one-time gift:
☎ Call 585-454-6300
📱Text GIVE to 585-454-6300
💻 Online at bit.ly/WXXI_give