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WMXD Presents 24th Annual Sista Strut Walk

October 12, 2023

iHeartMedia’s WMXD-FM (Detroit/Mix 92.3) will hold its 24th annual Sista Strut Breast Cancer walk that aims to support women during their breast cancer treatment. The charity walk will take place this Saturday, October 14 at Spirit Plaza in Detroit with funds raised benefiting Henry Ford Health’s support services for breast cancer patients

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WXSP-TV to Televise Nine Griffins Home Games

October 12, 2023

Nexstar’s WXSP-TV (Grand Rapids) has announced that for the fourth consecutive year, the station will serve as the exclusive live in-market television partner for the Grand Rapids Griffins hockey team. The station will televise nine home games live from Van Andel Arena.

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WMAX-FM Adds Fox Sports Radio to Lineup

October 12, 2023

This past Monday (10/9). iHeartMedia Grand Rapids announced the addition of FOX Sports Radio to the lineup at 96.1 The Game (WMAX-FM), West Michigan’s home for sports, effective immediately.

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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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