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MAB Adds Member Benefits
The MAB remains focused on being forward thinking and helping members through programs and initiatives that prepare Michigan TV and radio stations for the future. Over the past nine months, the MAB has worked in collaboration with our membership, board, and committees to identify new opportunities.
And over the next several weeks, the MAB is launching a series of new initiatives to provide support and education to our members.
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WKAR Celebrates 100 Years of Service
This month, WKAR Public Media (East Lansing) kicks off a yearlong celebration of a century of service to the mid-Michigan and Spartan communities.
On August 18, 1922, WKAR first took to the air waves as an AM radio station, broadcasting agricultural news and information from Michigan State University. One hundred years later, WKAR is a robust media organization…
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Dave “Carr” Carmine Dies at 80
Longtime Michigan radio broadcaster David Carmine, known to many as “Dave Carr” (or “Cactus Dave Carr”) passed away August 8 at his home in Harrison at age 80. Carmine was a legend in the state, serving as an on-air personality, program director, engineer and station owner.
Carmine’s broadcast career goes back to the early 60s, where he worked at Detroit-area stations….
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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.
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
MAB Member Benefit Spotlight
