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Longtime WXYZ-TV News Videographer/Editor Wanda Doerner Passes

April 24, 2026

Wanda Doerner, a former WXYZ-TV (Detroit) News Videographer/Editor who worked at the station for more than four decades and was beloved by her colleagues in the news industry, passed away April 18 at 71.

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Karina Prieto Moves to WOOD-TV as Anchor/Reporter

April 24, 2026

WOOD-TV (Grand Rapids) has announced that Karina Prieto has joined the station as an anchor/reporter.  Prieto recently spent two years as the weekend morning anchor and weekday multimedia journalist at sister-Nexstar station WLNS-TV in Lansing.

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Beloved WXMI-TV Morning News Floor Director Mike Davis Dies

April 24, 2026

Mike Davis, former WXMI-TV/FOX 17 (Grand Rapids) Morning Floor Director passed way on April 11. Davis was a staple of West Michigan morning news. Davis started his career at FOX 17 in 1983 as a commercial editor before moving to the news department. He eventually became the morning broadcast Floor Director.

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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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Media Meetup Series: Grand Rapids

Wednesday, June 17, 2026
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
LCMS Ballpark, Grand Rapids

Build and create new relationships with other producers, on-air talent, and media leaders from West Michigan while enjoying a Whitecaps game. Make connections, exchange ideas, and grow your network in a relaxed and fun setting.

Upcoming Events

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.

 

Michigan Association of Broadcasters Launches
Comprehensive Industry Recruitment Campaign

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