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2026 Michigan Student Broadcast Awards Finalists are Posted!
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News
Mid-West Family Flips WQYQ to WSBT Simulcast
RadioInsight reports that Mid-West Family Broadcasting has expanded the programming of Sports WSBT-AM/W241AD (South Bend) to WQYQ- South Bend IN to WQYQ-AM/W291DK (Benton Harbor). The switch took place yesterday, February 20.
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Former WNMU-TV GM Eric Smith Joins Local School Board
The Marquette Area Public Schools Board of Education has selected a new member. On Monday (2/17), the board chose Eric Smith, former general manager of WNMU-FM and TV.
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Copyright Office Commences an Inquiry into the Proliferation of Performing Rights Organizations – Looking at the Complexity of Licensing Musical Works in the United States
In the United States, performing rights in musical compositions (or “musical works” as the Copyright Act refers to them – the words and music of a song) are generally licensed by a “performing rights organization” or a “PRO.” The U.S., unlike most countries where there is a single organization that collects these royalites, has multiple such organizations.
Read MoreMichigan Association of Broadcasters Launches
Comprehensive Industry Recruitment Campaign
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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.
Third Thursday Sessions: Leading Through Chaos
Thursday, February 19, 2026
1:00 p.m. EST
Explore what effective leadership looks like during times of uncertainty and constant change. Learn strategies to unify teams, raise the leadership bar, and communicate in ways that empower and motivate others, even in challenging circumstances. Gain practical tools to set and achieve meaningful goals, build a stronger culture, and help your team perform at a higher level, no matter what pressures you face.
