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Central St. Croix Cable Commission - Meeting Location: 1815 Greeley St. S Suite 1 | September 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM
About Us
VAC Media Network is the St. Croix Valley's local media organization, connecting residents, businesses, schools, and local governments through live broadcasts, community storytelling, local sports, and educational programming.
For over 40 years, we've preserved the moments that matter and amplified the voices that make our communities unique.
Who We Are
What We Do
VAC Media Network is the St. Croix Valley's community media and production team. For more than 40 years, we've helped organizations, businesses, schools, and local governments share their stories through professional video production, livestreaming, and original programming.
By capturing the people, events, and moments that matter most, we preserve our community's history, strengthen local connections, and make important stories accessible to everyone.
VAC Media Network bridges the gap between local businesses and the community through engaging broadcasts and storytelling that highlight the unique aspects of our area.
We host live broadcasts and community events that foster connection and awareness around local issues and initiatives.
Our programming includes educational segments, sports coverage, and civic discussions aimed at promoting local engagement and recognition.
Join us in our mission to create a vibrant community through participation and support of local stories and events.
Why it Matters
About Us
The most important stories don't always make the national news—they happen right here at home. VAC Media Network shines a spotlight on the people, places, and events that define the St. Croix Valley, giving our communities a platform to be seen, heard, and remembered.
Through professional video production, live broadcasts, and original programming, we preserve local history while building stronger connections throughout the region.
For over 40 years, we've preserved the moments that matter and amplified the voices that make our communities unique.
Local Stories. Local Voices. Local Impact.
About Us
By becoming a VAC Media Network sponsor, your business helps make local programming, live event coverage, educational content, and community storytelling possible while gaining meaningful exposure to viewers throughout the St. Croix Valley. It's an opportunity to invest in your community while connecting your brand with the audiences you care about most.
Support the Stories that Bring Our Community Together
Meet Our Team
From planning and production to sponsorships and day-to-day operations, the VAC Media Network team is dedicated to bringing local stories to life.
Our staff combines creativity, technical expertise, and a passion for community to produce professional broadcasts, original programming, and video content that informs, connects, and celebrates the St. Croix Valley.
Together, we work behind the scenes to ensure every story is told with purpose and every production reflects the communities we serve.
Greg Piekarski
Station Manager
Greg brings an impressive 45 years of experience in cable television production, along with a deep commitment to serving and connecting the community through local media. His decades of industry knowledge and passion for community-focused programming are an important part of the VAC team. Outside of work, Greg enjoys reading, watching movies, and adding to his collection of classic vinyl records.
Penny Mealhouse
Administrative Manager
As Administrator, Penny manages VAC’s day-to-day office operations and financials while helping guide the organization’s overall strategic direction. She plays an important role in keeping operations organized, supporting the team, and ensuring VAC continues moving forward with a clear vision for serving the community.
Jordan Simpkins
Director of Government &
Sports Programming
As Director, Producer and Videographer, Jordan oversees all production needs, leading high-quality video content from concept through final delivery. He manages both the creative and technical sides of production while also securing sponsorships to support and grow programming initiatives. In his free time, Jordan loves to travel with his wife.
Luke Farness
Master Control & School Producer
Luke oversees production services for school, sports, extracurricular, government, and community events. From planning and filming to final delivery, he manages both the creative and technical sides of production to ensure high-quality content. Luke also helps lead sponsorship efforts that support VAC’s programming and continued growth in the community.
Our Community Partners
Video Production Services
Make it look better. Make it sound better. Make it happen.
VAC Media Network gives you access to quality cameras, microphones, PA systems, generators, and more, at affordable rental rates.
Whether you're capturing a family milestone, putting on a concert, hosting a meeting, or producing a community event, we've got the equipment to help you do it right.
Our production services bring ideas and events to life, from family celebrations and concerts to meetings, seminars, community events, presentations, and full-scale productions.
Equipment Rentals
Whether you’re capturing a wedding, hosting a seminar, producing a podcast, putting on a concert, or tackling your next creative project, VAC Media Network makes professional equipment more accessible to our community.
Choose from cameras, microphones, PA systems, audio mixers, lighting, tripods, generators, cables, tables and chairs, and more, all available at affordable rental rates.
Training is available, and help you understand the equipment so you can feel confident bringing your project or event to life.
Production Services
From the first idea to the final cut, VAC Media Network provides the experienced crew, professional equipment, and production support to create high-quality video that connects with the people you want to reach.
Whether you’re promoting your business, capturing an event, telling your organization’s story, or creating something entirely your own, we’ll help you turn your vision into something worth watching.
Have a project in mind? Tell us what you’re creating and we’ll help you figure out what it takes to make it happen.
Video Duplications
Those old VHS tapes hold more than video. They hold birthdays, holidays, first steps, family gatherings, and people you never want to forget.
VAC Media Network helps bring those memories back to life by transferring VHS tapes and other older video formats to DVD, so you can watch them again, share them with family, and preserve them for years to come.
Your memories are worth keeping. We’ll help you keep them.
Get Involved
Increase Your Visibility. Make a Lasting Impact.
Partnering with VAC Media Network is more than a sponsorship, it's an investment in the St. Croix Valley. Your business will gain meaningful exposure through trusted local programming, live broadcasts, and digital media while helping fund the stories, events, and community voices that keep our region informed, connected, and inspired. It's an opportunity to grow your brand while making a difference where it matters most.