Broadcasting Industry News
AM Radio – Rooted in Michigan, Part of Our Future
AM radio’s history has deep roots in Michigan. The oldest station in the state and first commercial radio station in the country – WWJ-AM – went on air in August of 1920 and since then, the AM band in Michigan has kept Michiganders entertained, informed, and most importantly safe during times of emergency and crisis.
Read MoreWJR Announces Lineup Changes
Cumulus Media/Detroit announced this past Monday (6/5) that will be “kicking off the next generation of its programing” for WJR-AM beginning Tuesday, June 20. The new lineup will offer all local voices during primetime hours.
Among the most significant changes, WJR’s longtime morning host Paul W. Smith will move to the newly-created noon – 2 p.m. timeslot as host of “Focus with Paul W. Smith.”
Read MoreBilly Sours Acquires WYPV
Billy Sours’ Whiskey Sours Broadcasting and Productions has filed a $140,000 deal to buy the currently-silent WYPV, Mackinaw City, MI (94.5) from John Yob’s Mitten News. WYPV is licensed to operate on 94.5mHz with 50kw ERP at 110 meters. The station has been silent since March 31.
Read MoreMichigan Radio Brings The Moth to Grand Rapids
Michigan Radio is bringing a popular National Public Radio (NPR) storytelling stage show to Grand Rapids. The Moth, a live storytelling project and podcast, will host a mainstage event at GLC Live at 20 Monroe on Thursday, June 15. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the storytelling will begin at 7:30 p.m. The theme is “Lost and Found.”
Read MoreEnhance Radio: jācapps Demo for Michigan Broadcasters
The MAB continues to work on preserving AM radio’s presence in vehicles, but as automotive technology continues to evolve, there is a growing trend towards digital and streaming services in car entertainment systems. On Thursday, June 8th at Noon ET, the MAB is offering a special, free webinar for member stations looking to learn more about developing apps to enhance their station’s presence.
Read MoreWCMU’s Hamlett to Join Milwaukee PBS
WCMU (Mt. Pleasant) Public Media Executive Director and General Manager Debbie Hamlett has announced her resignation to join Milwaukee Area Technical College’s Milwaukee PBS as its Vice President and General Manager, effective June 12.
Read MoreWDMK-FM’s Mildred Gaddis Featured in Michigan Chronicle
The MAB has learned that 47-year Broadcast Journalist and WDMK-FM (Detroit) host Mildred Gaddis is the subject of a feature article in the Michigan Chronicle’s Digital Daily.
Read MoreFormer MAB Chair Diane Kniowski Retires
Former MAB Chair and former WOOD-TV Vice-President and General Manager Diane Kniowski has announced her retirement. Kniowski leaves her position as Chief Local Media Officer for Univision Communications Inc., the leading Spanish-language media and content company in the United States.
Read MoreDetroit Legend Dave Prince Dies at 91
Motor City Radio Flashbacks reports the sad news that Detroit radio legend Dave Prince has passed last week at the age of 91. Prince spent 45 years in broadcasting, working at WPAG (as Dave Pringle), WKMH, WXYZ, WCAR, WCZY and CKLW.
Read MoreSPJ Detroit Announces Winners for its 2022 Excellence in Journalism Awards
“The Excellence in Journalism competition is a celebration of the best in Michigan journalism, and the quality of the entries we received from our colleagues across the state made us proud of our profession,” said Marty Fischhoff, SPJ Detroit president.
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