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WKHM-FM (K105.3) Fall Fest & Chili Classic Draws 3,000 to Downtown Jackson

October 9, 2026

On September 26, McKibbin Media Group’s WKHM-FM (Jackson) held their 2026 K105.3 Fall Fest & Chili Classic.  The event was a tremendous success, bringing approximately 3,000 people to downtown Jackson for a full day of chili, live music, family activities, shopping and community fun.

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Julie Koehn Elected to RAB 2027 Board of Directors

October 9, 2026

On September 23-24, the RAB held its Fall Board of Directors meeting in Cleveland and elected its 2027 slate of officers and directors. Newly elected officers include Julie Koehn, General Manager of Lenawee Broadcasting and Southeast Michigan Media (Adrian). 

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Retired WNEM-TV Weathercaster Eric Jylha Dies at 76

October 9, 2026

Jylha began his career in radio, working at stations WBCM, WXOX, WGER and WSGW.  At WXOX, he served as air personality, news reporter and eventually news director.  He joined WSGW in 1982, doing news and on-air work.

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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.

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News Directors Summit

November 17, 2026 | R.E. Olds Transportation Museum

Michigan’s broadcast news leaders are coming together for an afternoon of fresh ideas, candid conversation and valuable connections. Join us November 17 at the R.E. Olds Transportation Museum in Lansing for the MAB News Directors Summit, designed specifically for radio and television news directors to share what’s working, tackle common challenges and learn from one another as they navigate the rapidly changing world of local news.

1:00 - 4:00 pm News Directors Summit

4:00 - 5:30 pm "News & Brews" Reception

Upcoming Events

MAB Member Benefit Spotlight

Lunch Sponsor

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.

 

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