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WDMK’s PRAISE Radiothon Raises $102,524 to Benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

March 21, 2025

Beasley Media Group has announced that its WDMK-FM (Detroit) raised $102,524 with their annual PRAISE Radiothon to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The inspiring two-day event took place on March 6-7, live from the station’s studios in the Motor City.

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Feed the Future with iHeartMedia West Michigan Raises Over $42K

March 21, 2025

The inaugural “Feed the Future” fundraiser to support Kids’ Food Basket raised $42,208 on 104.5 WSNX in Grand Rapids and Muskegon radio stations 107 MUS “The Moose” and Rock 101.7. The event raised money for the food equity community organization that provides Sack Suppers to West Michigan kids so they can have access to good, nutritious food. The program also provides kids will weekend meals to ensure they have something to eat on the weekends.

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WXYZ-TV Hires Metro Detroit Native Jolie Sherman as New Reporter

March 21, 2025

Bloomfield Hills native Jolie Sherman has returned to her hometown of Detroit to join Scripps Media’s WXYZ-TV as a reporter and multimedia journalist. Sherman previously worked at NBC affiliate WVIT-TV in Hartford, Connecticut.  Sherman is a 2020 graduate of Illinois State University with a B.A. in Journalism and a minor in French.

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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.

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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.

 

Michigan Association of Broadcasters Launches
Comprehensive Industry Recruitment Campaign

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