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Frank Beckmann in 2015 at Michigan Broadcasting Hall of Fame ceremonies.

Frank Beckmann to End WJR Run this Friday

March 25, 2021

WJR-AM (Detroit) Mid-Morning On-Air Host Frank Beckmann, who announced his coming retirement in January, will do his last program on-air at WJR this Friday (3/26), wrapping up a 48-year radio career.  A sports broadcasting legend,…

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Breck Kinsey Joins Saginaw’s WKCQ

March 25, 2021

MacDonald Broadcasting’s WKCQ-FM (Saginaw) has announced that Breck Kinsey has joined the station’s airstaff for the 7 p.m. to midnight shift.  Kinsey arrives from WLEW-FM (Bad Axe), where she spent nearly two years on the…

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FOIA Package Clears Senate Committee

March 25, 2021

Legislation that would open up some records from the governor’s office and the Legislature cleared a Senate committee Tuesday (3/23) in the latest attempt to remove Michigan from the minority of states that do not…

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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.

MAB Small Market Radio Summit

June 11, 2025
Holiday Inn, Mount Pleasant

Join us for a focused day of insight and innovation at the MAB Small Market Radio Summit. This event is designed exclusively for our radio members working in smaller markets and will cover critical topics like adapting to today’s media landscape, leveraging AI in broadcast operations, and unlocking new digital revenue streams. With expert-led discussions from Jacobs Media Strategies' Paul Jacobs and Chris Brunt, real-world examples, and collaborative roundtable discussions, this summit offers valuable strategies you can take home and implement right away.

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