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The 30th Annual Broadcast Excellence Awards are Open for Entries!

Enter your station's best work of 2025 by January 29, 2026

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WHLS’ Rockin’ the Rescue to Return for Second Year

August 4, 2023

Liggett Communication’s WHLS (Port Huron)(Rock 105.5) has announced that it will partner for the second straight year with the Blue Water Area Humane Society and several local businesses for Rockin’ the Rescue, a day-long fundraising and awareness event to take place at the International Flag Plaza Plaza in Port Huron.

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FM Translator Filing Freeze to go into Effect on September 1, 2023, Announced as Part of Rules for Applications in November LPFM Filing Window

August 4, 2023

This past Monday (7/31), the FCC’s Media Bureau announced the rules for the filing window for new LPFM stations that is to open on November 1, 2023. 

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Summer Programming/Digital Tune-up: Basics

July 28, 2023

The most important click on your website (and app): LISTEN LIVE. You’d be shocked at how hard that is to find on many radio sites. Same goes for your app.

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Michigan Association of Broadcasters Launches
Comprehensive Industry Recruitment Campaign

More at BeThereMichigan.com
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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.

Small Market Success Stories

Paul Jacobs, Jacobs Media
January 16, 2026, 1:00 pm EST

Mark your calendars to spend “Third Thursdays with the MAB” each month!

Explore how small market radio and television stations are navigating today’s challenges and finding new opportunities for growth. Learn how peers across the country are making practical, achievable changes to strengthen audience loyalty, refine local strategy, and identify realistic revenue opportunities. Gain actionable ideas you can apply in your own market, regardless of size or resources.

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