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(Register Today) Free Poynter Webinar: Covering Political Extremism in the Public Square

Sep 16, 2022

Poynter and PolitiFact are hosting a daylong, free online seminar called “Covering Political Extremism in the Public Square.” The training is from 10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Eastern on Tuesday, September 20.  Registration is open through September 16. 

NAB Announces Media Sales Academy

Sep 16, 2022

Back to News The NAB Foundation has announced that applications are now being accepted for the Media Sales Academy, a free six-month fellowship program that will provide participants with the tools and resources necessary to kickstart their career at any radio or television station. “There is more to local and national news than meets the…

Specs Howard Dies at 96

Sep 9, 2022

Back to News Specs Howard, the founder of Specs Howard School of Media Arts in Southfield passed away September 3 at age 96. “I am heartbroken to let you know that in the early hours this morning, Saturday, September 3, 2022, my father Specs Howard completed his journey here on Earth,” said Alisa Zee, Specs…

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Three Hillsdale College Students Finalists in College Broadcasters Awards

Sep 9, 2022

Back to News On August 26, three Hillsdale College students who work at the school’s radio station (WRFH-LP aka Radio Free Hillsdale) placed as radio finalists for the national College Broadcasters Inc. Awards.  In a post appearing on the hillsdalecollegian.com, WRFH General Manager Scot Bertram was quoted, “For CBI, this matches the highest number of…

Whiting Appointed Faculty Advisor for MSU Telecasters

Sep 9, 2022

Back to News Michigan State University School of Journalism (J-School) Professor Jon Whiting will be taking on the lead role of faculty advisor for MSU Telecasters. Whiting will be the third advisor for MSU Telecasters since 1982. MSU Telecasters has served as a student organization that fosters a collaborative environment for creatives within the MSU…

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FCC Regulatory Fees Due By September 28 and Can Be Paid Now

Sep 9, 2022

Back to News MAB Washington Counsel David Oxenford advises that the due date for regulatory fees has been set by the FCC. Fees can be paid now, and must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on September 28. The FCC released a Pubic Notice on September 8 setting these dates: https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DA-22-930A1.pdf. A more detailed…

WOOD-TV Announces News 8 at 4 p.m. Launch

Sep 9, 2022

Back to News Nexstar Media’s WOOD-TV (Grand Rapids) is expanding to add an hour of news weekdays at 4 p.m. The hour-long broadcast launches September 12 and replaces the retiring “Ellen DeGeneres Show.” News 8 at 4 p.m. will be anchored by Susan Shaw and Emily Linnert, who bring years of experience and long-standing community…

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FCC’s Rosenworcel Wants to Strengthen EAS Security

Sep 9, 2022

Back to News In a news release dated September 7, FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel is proposing action to bolster the security of the nation’s public alert and warning systems, the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts delivered to the public through alerts on their televisions, radios, and wireless phones. “The Emergency Alert System and…

WLEN/WQTE Holds Emergency Fundraiser for Local Charity

Sep 2, 2022

A tragic fire in the early morning hours of Wednesday, August 24 temporarily closed Associated Charities of Lenawee and closed down their back to school distribution of clothing, shoes, backpacks and school supplies to families in need.

In response, WLEN (Lenawee Broadcasting Company) and WQTE (Southeast Michigan Media) Radio stations immediately addressed this catastrophic event with a curbside collection of monetary donations and gift cards. 

WQHH Hands Out 1200 Backpacks to Lansing Students

Sep 2, 2022

On August 18, MacDonald Broadcasting’s WQHH-FM (Lansing) held their 12th Annual Backpack Giveaway to help students and families prepare for the start of the new school year.  Assisted by station sponsors as well as Communities in Schools of Michigan, the station handed out the backpacks drive-through style over a 2-hour period.

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