Skip to content

Michigan Association of Broadcasters

Moving Michigan Media Forward

Directory

Jobs

Events

EAS/FCC

Helping members serve their community, their clients and their employees through innovative services and programs.

News

WSAQ’s 2023 Roof Sit Exceeds Fundraising Goal

September 22, 2023

Liggett Communication’s WSAQ-FM (Port Huron) held their annual Community Roof Sit to benefit the Child Abuse and Neglect (CAN) Council from September 10 through 15.  WSAQ morning show host Matt Markham lived on top of the MiMutual Building in Downtown Port Huron raising funds and awareness for child abuse prevention and advocacy.

Read More

WOOD-TV Hires New News Director

September 22, 2023

Nexstar’s WOOD-TV (Grand Rapids) will soon have a new News Director.  The station announced that Brad Kessie will be joining the station from Gray Television’s WLOX-TV in Biloxi, Mississippi.  He has been with WLOX for 35 years.

Read More

Grand Rapid Black Media Professionals Gather to Build Relationships, and Collaborate

September 22, 2023

Nearly 20 journalists, on-air talent and behind-the-scenes staff, from all 4 stations in the market sat over a feast to discuss their upbringings, inspirations & experiences working as Black media professionals in largely conservative WASP West Michigan. The brunch was primarily a casual meeting that almost felt like a family reunion. Read More

Read More
Load More
Michigan Association of Broadcasters Launches
Comprehensive Industry Recruitment Campaign

More at BeThereMichigan.com
ENB_New-Technologies_468x60
24-MET-1017-MAB-DigitalAdResize-468x60-001

MAB Member Benefit Spotlight

Lunch Sponsor

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.

Learn More
Studio

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.

Learn More
Rack

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.

 

Learn More

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.

Third Thursday 2026_Web 1

AI in the Newsroom

Thursday, April 16, 2026
1:00 p.m. EST

Explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping newsroom work. From research and reporting to editing, audience engagement, and ethical decision-making, learn where AI tools can improve accuracy, boost efficiency, and support journalists, as well as where human judgment, transparency, and editorial oversight remain essential to preserve trust and integrity. Gain practical perspectives and guidance to help your newsroom adopt AI thoughtfully, build policies that reflect your values, and navigate the opportunities and challenges of AI in everyday newsroom operations.

Learn More

Upcoming Events

View Calendar
Scroll To Top