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Kelley-Cawthorne Announces Merger

March 2, 2023

MAB’s Lansing-based lobbyist firm Kelley Cawthorne has announced its merger with Ohio-based Pappas & Associates.  In a press release, the company writes: “With this merger, we will be able to provide our clients with an even higher level of service than we can offer today.

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Longtime WXYZ-TV Sportscaster Don Shane Has Died

February 27, 2023

Sad news out of Detroit over the weekend as WXYZ-TV announced that sportscaster Don Shane has passed away at age 70.  Shane spent 23 years at the station.

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Chris Tyler

Chris Tyler Appointed Brand Manager at Midwest Communications Lansing

February 24, 2023

Lansing radio vet Chris Tyler moves into management at Midwest Communications’ Lansing cluster of stations. MWC Lansing Operations Manager Terry Stevens commented, “Chris is a well-known name in Lansing and we look forward to expanding his role in our cluster.”

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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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