2026 MAB Award Recipients Announced
News
1950s-1960s Detroit TV Kids Host Johnny Ginger Passes
WXYZ-TV reported on July 9 that Galen Grindle, the Toledo-born entertainer who became a Detroit television legend under the stage name Johnny Ginger, died on July 5.
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Michigan Public to Bring The Moth Mainstage to East Lansing
Michigan Public and Wharton Center for Performing Arts have announced that The Moth Mainstage will return to East Lansing this fall! The event will feature a lineup of writers, performers, and other unique national and Michigan storytellers, each with a ten-minute story to tell live without notes.
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FCC Consent Decree With iHeart Discusses how Exchanging Airplay for Discounts or Free Stuff Can Trigger Sponsorship Identification Requirements, Including for Songs Played in Exchange for a Band’s Appearance at Station Events
Last week, the FCC’s Enforcement Bureau entered into a Consent Decree with iHeartMedia to resolve its investigation into whether iHeart violated the FCC’s sponsorship identification rules. Interestingly, iHeart does not admit that it violated any rules, nor does the FCC suggest any specific conduct by iHeart violated any rule. So why the Consent Decree?
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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.
MAB Annual Business Meeting, Policy Summit, and Evening of Excellence
September 1, 2026 | Amway Grand Plaza
The MAB Annual Business Meeting, Policy Summit, and Evening of Excellence bring Michigan broadcasters together to discuss the policy issues, regulatory developments, and industry challenges that impact local radio and television stations.
MAB Member Benefit Spotlight
