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FCC Urges Broadcasters to Follow Cybersecurity Best Practices; Highlights Security of Barix Devices
The Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau (Bureau) of the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) has issued a Public Notice reminding broadcasters of their responsibility to ensure the security of their broadcast networks and systems. In particular, the notice is issued in response to the recent string of cyber intrusions against various radio broadcasters that resulted in the broadcast of obscene materials and the misuse of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) Attention Signal (Attention Signal).
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Audacy’s WOMC-FM Nets $626k with Turn Up the Miracles Radiothon
The annual 104.3 WOMC-FM (Detroit) Turn Up the Miracles Radiothon presented by Bridgestone took place on Thursday, November 20. $626,221 was raised from sponsors and listeners to support programs at Corewell Health Children’s Hospital in Southeast Michigan. The radiothon broadcast live from Sound Space at Audacy Detroit, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Anchoring the production were WOMC personalities Beau Daniels and Val Berry.
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Chris Nicholas Acquires WMOM/WHCH Ludington
On December 1, an application was filed to transfer ownership of Hit Radio Media’s WHCH-FM (Custer/Ludington)/WMOM-FM (Pentwater-Ludington to longtime station manager Chris Nicholas. Under the leadership of Nicholas, WMOM won Station of the Year honors in the 2023 MAB Broadcast Excellence Awards for market size 4. In 2022, WMOM was named “Small Business of the Year” by the Ludington and Scottville Chamber of Commerce.
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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
