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Jay Brandow

Retired WNEM TV-5 Reporter, WRIF-FM DJ Jay Brandow Dies

April 15, 2022

Retired WNEM news reporter Jay Brandow passed away this past Tuesday (4/12) at the age 67. He worked as a reporter at WNEM starting in 1984 up until his retirement in 2011. At his retirement,…

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WILX-TV Raises $14k For Capital Area Diaper Bank

April 15, 2022

Gray Television’s WILX-TV’s (Lansing) March Make an Impact was held March 21-25 in support of the Capital Area Diaper Bank. Thanks to viewer donations, the event will help more than 2,200 babies with the the…

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Gordon Smith

Former NAB President and CEO Gordon H. Smith Joins Beasley Media Group’s Board

April 15, 2022

Former National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) President and Chief Executive Officer Senator Gordon H. Smith has been nominated by the Beasley Media Group Board of Directors to be added to the slate of Directors to…

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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.

MAB Small Market Radio Summit

June 11, 2025
Holiday Inn, Mount Pleasant

Join us for a focused day of insight and innovation at the MAB Small Market Radio Summit. This event is designed exclusively for our radio members working in smaller markets and will cover critical topics like adapting to today’s media landscape, leveraging AI in broadcast operations, and unlocking new digital revenue streams. With expert-led discussions from Jacobs Media Strategies' Paul Jacobs and Chris Brunt, real-world examples, and collaborative roundtable discussions, this summit offers valuable strategies you can take home and implement right away.

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