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WDIV-TV Launches “Help Desk”
The customer service portal allows users to message the WDIV newsroom with questions, search a growing knowledge base of community information, and even interact with the WDIV newsroom in real time through live chats.
Read MoreWQON Announces New Morning Show
Blarney Stone Broadcasting (Grayling) has announced that Chad Patterson, actor, comedian, playwright, stage director, educator and the broadcast voice of Grayling High School sports, is bringing his talent to morning-drive radio with a new show on WQON (Q100).
Read MoreWXYT-FM PD Jimmy Powers To Receive Mark Chernoff Award
“It’s such a great honor not only to be mentioned in the same breath with Mark Chernoff, but to receive the Mark Chernoff Award is really, really cool,” said Powers to AllAccess. “With so many great program directors across the country who are deserving of this award, I truly appreciate the recognition.”
Read MorePeter Tanz Named Midwest Communications President
In making the announcement, company Board Chair and Duke’s partner of 50 years, Pegge Wright said in a company press release. “Peter has worked with and learned the business of broadcasting from Duke for over 35 years. He is well respected throughout our company and is the best choice to lead Midwest to future success the way Duke wanted.”
Read MoreDave LewAllen announces retirement after 35 years at WXYZ-TV
In announcing his retirement January 25, LewAllen called WXYZ-TV the only station he ever wanted to work for in broadcasting, adding that he’s “been truly blessed to spend the majority of my career here. But the time is right for a next chapter.”
Read MoreWFMK’s Danny Stewart Hangs Up His Headphones
After a 47 year career in his hometown of Lansing, WFMK-FM Morning Personality Danny Stewart retired on January 31. Stewart has been with WFMK since 1991 after previous stints at WILS-AM from 1976-77 and WVIC-FM from 1977 to 1991.
Read MoreWJZQ/Traverse City Shifts to Hot AC
Midwestern Broadcasting Company’s WJZQ-FM (Cadillac/Traverse City) has moved from CHR to a Hot AC presentation, positioned as “Hits from the 90s to Now.” After teasing about possible changes for days, the station formally made the flip on February 1.
Read MoreWKAR’s Amanda Flores Graduates from National Diversity Program
As public media leaders navigate how to best foster diversity and equity in their workplaces and boards while making content inclusive for a wide array of audiences, the program provides them with tools and perspectives that they can apply in their efforts.
Read MoreTraffic Director Spotlight: Nikki Peterson, Results Radio (Escanaba)
MAB: Do you have any tips or tricks you’d like to share with other traffic directors? Nikki: Doing traffic can be very, very stressful at times. (especially Fridays!) I recommend on those crazy, busy, hectic days to take a deep breath, stay focused and always double check your work.
Read MoreFebruary Regulatory Dates for Broadcasters – Renewal Applications, EEO Reports, Quarterly Issues Programs Lists, Children’s Programming Reports, Copyright Fees for Webcasters, ETRS Form One, and More
There are normally a host of regulatory obligations at the beginning of February, but because of technical issues with the FCC’s online public file and LMS systems, many February 1 dates, as well as some January regulatory deadlines, have been extended to late February.
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