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A Look at Developments in SoundExchange Webcasting Royalties (Including for Broadcast Simulcasts) From the End of 2021
By: David Oxenford, Wilkinson Barker Knauer LLP As 2021 wound down, there were significant developments on SoundExchange royalties for webcasters – including broadcasters who simulcast their on-air programming through IP channels (such as on their websites and on mobile…
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WZZM’s Brent Ashcroft Leaves TV For New Career
After 31 years in television, all of it in West Michigan, WZZM-TV’s (Grand Rapids) Brent Ashcroft has retired from the business to pursue a second career as a buyer and seller of coin collections. The…
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Former WILX-TV Chief Engineer Mike Winsky Passes
The MAB was saddened to hear over the holiday break that longtime Lansing broadcast engineer Mike Winsky passed away on December 26 at age 66. Winsky was known for years as Chief Engineer of WILX-TV…
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MAB Member Benefit Spotlight
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.
2026 Broadcast Policy Update | NAB Government Affairs Team
Thursday, May 21, 2026
1:00 p.m. EST
Explore the latest federal policy and regulatory developments shaping the broadcasting landscape as we head into 2026. Learn about key actions, trends, and priorities emerging from Capitol Hill, federal agencies, and industry coalitions that could affect stations of all sizes. Gain timely insights and practical takeaways to help you anticipate, interpret, and respond to policy changes, safeguard your operations, and advocate effectively for your station and your community.
