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Cumulus Media Appoints Cody Welling as Regional VP/Market Manager of Flint/Saginaw

January 31, 2025

Cumulus Media has announced that it has appointed Cody Welling as Regional Vice President/Market Manager for Cumulus Flint/Saginaw, MI. This marks a return to Cumulus Media for Welling, who was previously Vice President/Market Manager for Cumulus Media’s five stations in Shreveport and Bossier City, LA

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WCMU Public Media Welcomes Jamie Mankiewicz!

January 31, 2025

Posting on social media, the organization notes, “A proud Michigander, Jamie has a deep love for nearly every corner of the state. Her passion for storytelling began in Sault Ste. Marie and led her to a broadcasting career at WNMU at Northern Michigan University. After graduating, she moved to Cadillac and spent 17 years as a news producer in local television.”

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WDIV Names Jason Colthorp as New Host of ‘Flashpoint’

January 31, 2025

Graham Media’s WDIV-TV (Detroit) has announced that morning anchor Jason Colthorp will be taking on the role of host for the esteemed Sunday program “Flashpoint.” The program had been hosted by Devin Scillian for more than two decades, before he announced his retirement at the end of 2024.

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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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