Angie Carr Named New General Manager of Vegas PBS
She takes the helm at the station on January 4, 2026, following the retirement of Mary Mazur.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in People
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Angie Carr has been appointed as the new general manager of Vegas PBS, the public station licensed to the Clark County School District. She succeeds Mary Mazur, whose retirement was announced earlier this year.
Why it matters
The transition marks a leadership change for the station that serves as a critical educational resource for local families and students. John Turner has been managing operations in the interim since September 2026.
The transition replaces interim leadership with a permanent general manager effective in January. The station's previous leadership oversaw operations supported by broader industry funding, such as a recent $11.1 million grant awarded to the incoming manager's former station.
The players
Angie Carr
The incoming general manager of Vegas PBS who previously served as VP and chief impact officer at Nine PBS.
Mary Mazur
The former general manager of Vegas PBS who announced her retirement in February 2026.
John Turner
The current interim general manager of Vegas PBS who has served in the role since September 2026.
The details
Carr joins the station after serving as VP and chief impact officer at Nine PBS in St. Louis. She is set to begin her duties on January 4, 2026. John Turner will remain in his role as interim general manager until that date.
Timeline
• February 2026: Mary Mazur announced her retirement.
• September 2026: John Turner was named interim general manager.
• January 4, 2026: Angie Carr begins her new position.
Beyond the Strip
Vegas PBS operates as a public media institution tied to the Clark County School District. This leadership transition follows a pattern of recent executive shifts within the station's administration.
The change in general manager will take effect at the start of the new year. Viewers and residents should expect the current interim management to remain in place through the remainder of the 2026 calendar year.
The takeaway
The station will transition to permanent leadership under Angie Carr on January 4, 2026. Residents can continue to monitor station programming and announcements regarding the transition through official school district channels.
Further reading
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