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Ed Christian Passes at 78

August 26, 2022

Michigan Broadcasting Hall of Fame and Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Ed Christian, founder and chairman of Michigan-based Saga Communications passed away August 19 following a short illness. Christian bought WCER AM/FM (Charlotte) in 1970, but would sell the stations three years later to become VP/GM of 100.3 WNIC Detroit. He would then rise to President of Josephson Communications until purchasing the company for $38.5 million to form Saga.

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Heritage Broadcasting Announces New Lifestyle Show

August 26, 2022

Cadillac-based Heritage Broadcasting Company has announced an additional hour to its (already) 9 hours of news and content by launching Good Day Northern Michigan beginning September 6. Viewers can watch this show on WWTV/WWUP-TV starting at 9:00 a.m. Eastern. This move will make the one-hour show the only local content northern Michigan can watch in this timeframe.

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FCC Releases Second EEO Audit Notice for 2022 – Reviewing a Broadcaster’s EEO Obligations (Five Michigan Stations on List)

August 26, 2022

The FCC last Friday released its second EEO audit notice for 2022 (available here), this time targeting approximately 130 radio and TV stations. Those stations, and the station employment units (commonly owned stations serving the same area) with which they are associated, must provide to the FCC…

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Michigan Association of Broadcasters Launches
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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.

2025 MAB Summer Leadership Conference

August 12, 2025
Park Place Hotel, Traverse City

Join the Michigan Association of Broadcasters and the MAB Foundation, alongside station executives, leadership teams, and industry changemakers, for the can’t-miss 2025 Summer Leadership Conference.

This premier event features the MAB Annual Business Meeting, leadership sessions led by industry experts, and the Evening of Excellence where we honor broadcasting’s best.

Reconnect with colleagues, gain fresh insights, and celebrate the future of Michigan broadcasting, all at the beautiful Park Place Hotel in Traverse City. We can’t wait to see you there!

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