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WLEN Wins 2023 Celebration of Service to America Award
The National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation has announced that Lenawee Broadcasting’s WLEN-FM (Adrian) is the 2023 Celebration of Service to America Award winner for Small Market Radio.
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WDIV Adds ‘Help Desk’ To Rebuild Viewer Trust
Graham Media’s WDIV-TV (Detroit) has introduced a virtual community help desk that allows newsroom staff to manage viewer messages with significantly less friction. The enhanced connectivity with its consumers has helped WDIV to not only cultivate greater transparency and trust with viewers, but it’s also informed news production, while rewarding its marketing team with coveted first-party data about viewers.
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Black Diamond Broadcasting Acquires Midland Stations
On April 24, an application was filed with the FCC to transfer the licenses of Steel Broadcasting’s WMRX-FM (Beaverton) and WMPX-AM (Midland) to Traverse City-based Black Diamond Broadcast Group. The deal also includes WMPX’s FM translator, W299CK as well as “Discover Michigan” magazine.
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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.
Media Meetup Series: Grand Rapids
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
LCMS Ballpark, Grand Rapids
Build and create new relationships with other producers, on-air talent, and media leaders from West Michigan while enjoying a Whitecaps game. Make connections, exchange ideas, and grow your network in a relaxed and fun setting.
MAB Member Benefit Spotlight
Michigan Association of Broadcasters Launches
Comprehensive Industry Recruitment Campaign
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