2026 MAB Award Recipients Announced
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Beasley Media Group’s Mac Edwards Announces Retirement
Mac Edwards, best known in Michigan for his time managing Beasley Media Group’s Detroit cluster from 2016 to 2022 has announced his retirement from the company, effective September 4, 2026. He has been Vice-President/General Manager of the company’s Charlotte, NC cluster of stations.
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7 Michigan Stations on List: FCC Announces EEO Audit of 400 Stations; All Broadcasters Should Review the Requirements to Be Prepared for the Next EEO Review
On Friday (8/21), the FCC released its first EEO audit notice for 2026 – and the second to feature questions introduced last year to look for evidence of “invidious DEI” programs in place at broadcast stations. The FCC’s Public Notice, audit letter, and the list of the 400 radio and TV stations (both commercial and noncommercial) selected for audit is available here.
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Jerome Vaughn Retires from WDET After 34 Years
Longtime WDET-FM (Detroit) News Director Jerome Vaughn has retired after 34 years with the station. Vaughn joined WDET in January 1992 and has worked as an intern, producer, reporter, Assistant News Director, Senior News Editor, Executive Producer, News/Program Director, and Interim Program Director. He was appointed News Director in 2007.
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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.
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.
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