News
Rick Brewer Named News Director at WCMU
WCMU Public Media has announced the appointment of Rick Brewer as their new News Director. Brewer has been WCMU’s lead reporter since 2022, covering a wide range of issues including the Great Lakes and the environment, education, and the economy.
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WWMT-TV Names Julie Williams as Morning Anchor
WWMT-TV (Kalamazoo)(Newschannel 3) and ARC West Michigan have announced that Julie Williams has been appointed morning anchor, effective February 15. Williams is coming back home to West Michigan where she grew up just minutes away from the station’s studios.
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After 30 Years, Kevin Meerschaert Returns to WEMU
Eastern Michigan University’s WEMU-FM (Ypsilanti) has announced that Kevin Meerschaert has returned to the station after three decades to become the station’s new All Things Considered host. News Director David Fair made the announcement during a five-minute interview with Meerschaert posted on the station’s website.
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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.
News Directors Summit
November 17, 2026 | R.E. Olds Transportation Museum
Michigan’s broadcast news leaders are coming together for an afternoon of fresh ideas, candid conversation and valuable connections. Join us November 17 at the R.E. Olds Transportation Museum in Lansing for the MAB News Directors Summit, designed specifically for radio and television news directors to share what’s working, tackle common challenges and learn from one another as they navigate the rapidly changing world of local news.
1:00 - 4:00 pm News Directors Summit
4:00 - 5:30 pm "News & Brews" Reception
MAB Member Benefit Spotlight
