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2026 Michigan Student Broadcast Awards Finalists are Posted!

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WKAR Publishes Weekly Newsletter for Residents of Mid-Michigan Communities

April 21, 2023

WKAR Public Media (East Lansing) has announced that it is leveraging its position and mission to better connect Michiganders to their local communities with the creation of its newsletter, The Mid. This weekly publication serves mid-Michigan residents 45 to 54 years of age.

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Poynter Institute to Train Michigan Journalists and Producers

April 14, 2023

On Tuesday, June 20, The Michigan Association of Broadcasters is dedicating an intensive day of training for one of the most essential people in our newsrooms, newscast producers and journalists. This full day workshop is led by Al Tompkins, who has trained thousands of producers worldwide.

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Former MAB/MABF Chair Stephen Trivers Passes

April 14, 2023

The MAB is sad to pass along that former MAB and MAB Foundation Chairman Stephen Trivers passed away April 10 at age 85.  Trivers, along with Bill Wertz founded Fairfield Broadcasting in Kalamazoo, which would eventually own WQLR-FM (now WVFM), WKZO-AM, WKLZ-AM and WQSN-AM (now WTOU).

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Michigan Association of Broadcasters Launches
Comprehensive Industry Recruitment Campaign

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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.

 

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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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Leading Change: The Pros & Cons of AI in Recruiting

Thursday, March 19, 2026
1:00 p.m. EST

Explore how Artificial Intelligence is changing the way broadcasters recruit and retain talent, from candidate sourcing to screening and onboarding. Learn where AI-driven tools can save time, improve quality-of-hire, and reduce manual workload, as well as where caution is required around bias, compliance, and evaluating human skills. Gain practical guidance to help you use AI thoughtfully in hiring, balancing efficiency with fairness, culture, and the realities of building strong teams in today’s workplace.

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