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2026 Michigan Student Broadcast Awards Finalists are Posted!

Find out if your work made the list!

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Detroit PBS Receives $100,000 Grant from Masco Corporation

March 6, 2026

“Detroit PBS is proud to continue our partnership with Masco, whose investment strengthens our ability to serve Southeast Michigan with trusted journalism and meaningful programming,” said President & CEO Rich Homberg. “This support helps us deepen our coverage of critical civic issues while ensuring audiences have access to content that informs, inspires, and connects our community.”

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FCC Waivers Needed for EAS Equipment that Is Not Operational But Not Defective

March 6, 2026

In the last three weeks, we have noted three cases where the FCC’s Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau granted waivers to broadcast stations to temporarily disconnect their EAS equipment while changing tower sites.

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Michigan College Student Stations Win National Broadcasting Awards

February 27, 2026

Hillsdale College Student Radio (WRFH), Michigan State University Student Radio (WDBM) and Western Michigan University Student Radio (WIDR) recently placed first place in several categories in the 2026 Intercollegiate Broadcasting System (IBS) College Media Awards.

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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.

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Third Thursday Sessions: Leading Through Chaos

Thursday, February 19, 2026
1:00 p.m. EST

Explore what effective leadership looks like during times of uncertainty and constant change. Learn strategies to unify teams, raise the leadership bar, and communicate in ways that empower and motivate others, even in challenging circumstances. Gain practical tools to set and achieve meaningful goals, build a stronger culture, and help your team perform at a higher level, no matter what pressures you face.

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