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WXSP-TV Begins Live Local Hockey Team Coverage

October 15, 2021

This Friday night (10/15), Nexstar Media’s WXSP-TV (Grand Rapids)(sister station to WOOD-TV) begins airing the home games of the Grand Rapids Griffins Hockey Team.  A total of 10 home games will air live on the…

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WILX-TV Holds Telethon To Find Bell Ringer Volunteers

October 15, 2021

This past Wednesday (10/13), Gray Television’s WILX-TV held a different type of telethon; one that wasn’t intended to directly raise money, but rather intended to find volunteers in the community to help the Salvation Army…

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Big Ten Conference Announces The Lisa Byington Award

October 15, 2021

The Big Ten Conference announced last week (10/7) that it will recognize a female student broadcaster each year with the introduction of the Lisa Byington Award. Michigan native Byington, a graduate of Portage Northern High…

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Michigan Association of Broadcasters Launches
Comprehensive Industry Recruitment Campaign

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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.

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AI in the Newsroom

Thursday, April 16, 2026
1:00 p.m. EST

Explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping newsroom work. From research and reporting to editing, audience engagement, and ethical decision-making, learn where AI tools can improve accuracy, boost efficiency, and support journalists, as well as where human judgment, transparency, and editorial oversight remain essential to preserve trust and integrity. Gain practical perspectives and guidance to help your newsroom adopt AI thoughtfully, build policies that reflect your values, and navigate the opportunities and challenges of AI in everyday newsroom operations.

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