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WKAR Public Media GM Susi Elkins Accepts Position at Michigan State University Federal Credit Union

April 29, 2022

Susi Elkins, WKAR Public Media General Manager and Director of Broadcasting at Michigan State University, will leave the station to become chief community development officer at Michigan State University Federal Credit Union (MSUFCU) in East…

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Winners Announced in 2021 MAPME Broadcast Contest

April 29, 2022

The annual Michigan Associated Press Media Editors broadcast competition has announced winners in the 2021 Michigan APME awards. In the broadcast category, General Excellence awards for 2021 went to WDIV-TV (Detroit), WDET-FM (Detroit) and WKAR-AM/FM…

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WJR Celebrates Its Centennial!

April 29, 2022

Cumulus Media’s WJR-AM (Detroit) is celebrating its 100th Birthday! On May 4, 1922, the Detroit Free Press newspaper was issued a license, with the randomly assigned call letters of WCX. On August of 1925, the…

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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.

 

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.

Local Broadcast Sales Seminars

June 24, 2025
MAB Office, Lansing
June 26, 2025
Northern Center, Marquette

Supercharge your sales and leadership skills this summer with the MAB’s dynamic Regional Sales Seminar. Led by Gary Moore and Eric Moore of Local Broadcast Sales, this session will equip attendees with practical tools for understanding client behavior, closing sales by personality style, and driving meaningful results. Plus, get a personalized sales assessment and discover how to fully leverage LBS resources through your MAB membership for ongoing success. Perfect for both seasoned pros and new sellers!

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