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WJR’s Mitch Albom Helps Raise Over $2 Million During 12th Say Detroit Radiothon

December 15, 2023

On December 7, S.A.Y. Detroit Founder and 760 WJR host Mitch Albom aired live from the Somerset Collection in Troy, as community leaders and celebrities dropped in to talk on the broadcast and help raise donations.

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WLNS-TV Holds 16th Annual Day of Giving

December 15, 2023

On December 8, Nexstar’s WLNS-TV (Lansing) held its 16th Annual Day of Giving, again this year benefiting the Greater Lansing Food Bank and the South Michigan Food Bank to help feed those in need during the holiday season. 

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iHeart Media’s Helen Devos Children’s Hospital ‘Radiothon’ Raises Over $601,000

December 15, 2023

iHeart Radio/West Michigan’s 24th annual Helen Devos Children’s Hospital Radiothon was held December 7-8 and raising over $601,000 for West Michigan’s children and families.

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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.

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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

Upcoming Events

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.

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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.

 

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