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NAB Crystal Radio Awards to be Presented During 2025 State Leadership Conference

December 20, 2024

On December 16, The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced that the presentation of the 2025 NAB Crystal Radio Awards will take place during a special ceremony at the NAB State Leadership Conference March 4, 2025.

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NAB Says The EAS Future Lies With Software, Not Hardware

December 20, 2024

Both RadioInk and InsideRadio reported this week on conversations between the National Association of Broadcasters and the FCC regarding the future of EAS equipment, an issue that is growing in importance with the recent announcement from Sage Alerting Systems that it will not longer manufacture its current version of its EAS hardware.

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Ty Steele Joins WDIV-TV as New Evening Anchor

December 13, 2024

Graham Media’s WDIV-TV (Detroit) has announced the hiring of Ty Steele as its new evening anchor on the stations 5, 6 and 11 p.m. newscasts. He will join Kimberly Gill, Kim Adams, and Hobie Artigue beginning December 16.

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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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