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Michigan Radio Announces New Executive Director & General Manager

November 3, 2023

Following an extensive nationwide search, Michigan Radio announced this week the hiring of Wendy Turner as the station’s new Executive Director & General Manager. Turner will begin her duties at Michigan Radio on January 2, 2024.

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Rebecca Falk, Longtime Marketing & Promotion Director at Audacy Detroit Passes

November 3, 2023

“Rebecca was a true marketing leader in our industry. She was loved, and respected by all of her co-workers and partners,” Senior VP/Market Manager Debbie Kenyon said in a statement to Inside Radio. “She was a key part of Audacy Detroit’s success over the years and will be missed.”

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WJR-AM Adds Three to Weekday Lineup

November 3, 2023

Michigan residents are waking up to a brand-new era of morning radio on 760 WJR with the all new “JR Morning with Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie” from 6 – 9 a.m. hosted by Guy Gordon, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds. The dynamic team of award-winning journalists brings a fresh perspective to mornings while delivering a perfect mix of news, sports, and entertainment.

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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 2

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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