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WLNS Wraps Up 2024 Operation Backpack
Nexstar Media’s WLNS-TV (Lansing) has wrapped up their 2024 Operation Backpack campaign. The station partnered with Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton and Clinton Counties and Catholic Charities of Jackson, Lenawee, and Hillsdale Counties to collect school supplies for local children, including foster children, adopted children, refugees, and others who may need assistance.
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WHLS Raises $2500+ For Blue Water Area Humane Society
On August 15, Liggett Communication’s WHLS-AM/FM (Port Huron) partnered with the Blue Water Area Humane Society for the third year of “Rockin’ the Rescue,” a day-long fundraising and awareness event.
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Shawnte Passmore Joins WDIV-TV
Graham Media’s WDIV-TV (Detroit) has announced that Shawnte Passmore has joined the station as a reporter. Passmore comes to the station after a nearly 2-year stint as a journalist at KOVR-TV in Sacramento, California.
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MAB Member Benefit Spotlight
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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.
Leading Change: The Pros & Cons of AI in Recruiting
Thursday, March 19, 2026
1:00 p.m. EST
Explore how Artificial Intelligence is changing the way broadcasters recruit and retain talent, from candidate sourcing to screening and onboarding. Learn where AI-driven tools can save time, improve quality-of-hire, and reduce manual workload, as well as where caution is required around bias, compliance, and evaluating human skills. Gain practical guidance to help you use AI thoughtfully in hiring, balancing efficiency with fairness, culture, and the realities of building strong teams in today’s workplace.
