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CBS Detroit & Detroit City FC Announce Groundbreaking Broadcast Partnership

March 15, 2024

Detroit City FC and CBS Detroit have announced a groundbreaking broadcast partnership for the upcoming 2024 USL Championship season.  This partnership will enable all eligible home and away DCFC men’s USL Championship matches to be broadcast in the Detroit area by the club’s new flagship stations, Detroit 50 (WKBD-TV) or CBS Detroit (WWJ-TV).

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Alice Cooper to Host WCSX Night Shift

March 15, 2024

Superadio Networks’ has announced Beasley Media Classic Rock WCSX-FM (Detroit) will add the syndicated “Alice’s Attic” with host Alice Cooper to their daily lineup.  Cooper, who was born and raised in Detroit began his music career while in high school after a family move to Phoenix, AZ.

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Statewide Tornado Drill w/EAS March 20

March 8, 2024

On Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 1 p.m. Eastern, broadcasters should be prepared for a special EAS RMT promoting Severe Weather Awareness Week (March 17-23).  This is coordinated to air with local communities who have the option of sounding their tornado sirens at the same time.  The 1 p.m. test is promoted as the Statewide Tornado Drill.

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Michigan Association of Broadcasters Launches
Comprehensive Industry Recruitment Campaign

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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.

 

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.

Impactful Storytelling

September 18, 2025, 1:00 pm EST

Mark your calendars to spend “Third Thursdays with the MAB” each month!

Positive psychology principles such as gratitude, optimism, and mindfulness can enhance the storytelling techniques used in journalism. Journalists can incorporate these elements to craft stories that resonate emotionally and inspire action while maintaining factual accuracy.

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