2026 MAB Award Recipients Announced
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September 2026 Regulatory Dates for Broadcasters – FCC Regulatory Fees, Auction 114 Short-Form Applications and Filing Freeze, Deadline for Implementation of EAS Security Practices, LUC Window for the November Election and More
It is time for our look at September’s regulatory dates and deadlines to which broadcasters should be paying attention, and the deadline that probably is most important to all commercial broadcasters has now been announced: The deadline for the payment of annual regulatory fees, which must be made before the federal government’s October 1 start of the new fiscal year is September 24.
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MacDonald Broadcasting’s WQHH-FM Hosts 17th Annual School Backpack Giveaway
On August 20, MacDonald Broadcasting’s WQHH-FM (Dewitt/Lansing) held its 17th Annual Backpack Giveaway, handing out 1,000 backpacks to the community. Each backpack was filled with essential school supplies.
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Michigan Public’s Vince Duffy Receives Bob Priddy Award from the RTDNA
Michigan Public’s News Director Vince Duffy has been honored with The Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA)’s Bob Priddy Award for 2026. Priddy is one of RTDNA’s most distinguished former board members, having served for 27 years before stepping down in 2010.
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Mark Your Calendar
The MAB hosts events for all Michigan broadcasters throughout the year both in-person and online. Along with the continuing education opportunities, the MAB connects broadcasters with chances to network and celebrate during awards ceremonies. Keep track of the MAB opportunities on the events calendar.
MAB Annual Business Meeting, Policy Summit, and Evening of Excellence
September 1, 2026 | Amway Grand Plaza
The MAB Annual Business Meeting, Policy Summit, and Evening of Excellence bring Michigan broadcasters together to discuss the policy issues, regulatory developments, and industry challenges that impact local radio and television stations.
MAB Member Benefit Spotlight
