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Editorial: Public Media is for Everyone

February 28, 2025

This past week, WKAR Public Media (East Lansing) General Manager Shawn Turner took his pen to the station’s website to share important points about his stations in light of recent efforts to eliminate federal funding for public media.  With permission, the MAB is reprinting his editorial:

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WDET Marks 75 years of Broadcasting with Audio History

February 28, 2025

As Wayne State University’s WDET-FM (Detroit) celebrated the end of its 75th year last Thursday (2/20/25),  News Director Jerome Vaughn unveiled an audio history project that commemorates the station’s history and longstanding dedication to public news that serves Detroit.

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Longtime Sanilac Broadcasting Sports Director Passes Away

February 28, 2025

Sandusky-based Sanilac Broadcasting (WMIC-AM/WBGV-FM/WTGV-FM) has shared the news that long-time dedicated announcer. Norton Schramm, who was Sports Director at that stations for nearly 40 years, passed away on last Saturday (2/22/25).

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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.

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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.

Upcoming Events

MAB Member Benefit Spotlight

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Energy Audits

MAB members may utilize Enstar Energy to provide energy audits.  MAB members who have used EnStar’s services have averaged refunds of $6,500 plus an annual savings of approximately $2,000.

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Site Safety Assessments

In an effort to help provide protection to broadcasters in Michigan, the MAB and Michigan State Police Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Desk are partnering to help broadcast stations ensure safety for their staff and facilities by offering Station Site Safety Assessments that will evaluate and make practical recommendations of security operations at broadcast stations.

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Alternative Broadcast Inspections

The Alternative Broadcast Inspection Program (ABIP) is a unique partnership between the MAB and the FCC to ensure compliance with federal regulations and to avoid surprise inspections. Stations that pass the inspection receive a three-year Certification of Compliance.

 

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