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Queen Bee’s Knees Expands Role of Fitzpatrick

February 21, 2025

Queen Bee’s Knees has announced that Matthew Fitzpatrick, Creative Services Director at WBKB-TV (Alpena) will expand his role in the company to also oversee MY UP Now in Marquette as well.

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George Blaha in 2014 accepting his induction into the Michigan Broadcasting Hall of Fame.

Pistons legend George Blaha Selected for Basketball Hall of Fame

February 21, 2025

Broadcaster George Blaha, known as the “Voice of the Pistons” for almost five decades, has been given the highest honor for media by the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame announced on Friday (2/14) that Blaha is a recipient of the 2025 Curt Gowdy Media Award for electronic media.

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Mid-West Family Flips WQYQ to WSBT Simulcast

February 21, 2025

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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Michigan Association of Broadcasters Launches
Comprehensive Industry Recruitment Campaign

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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.

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2026 Broadcast Policy Update | NAB Government Affairs Team

Thursday, May 21, 2026
1:00 p.m. EST

Explore the latest federal policy and regulatory developments shaping the broadcasting landscape as we head into 2026. Learn about key actions, trends, and priorities emerging from Capitol Hill, federal agencies, and industry coalitions that could affect stations of all sizes. Gain timely insights and practical takeaways to help you anticipate, interpret, and respond to policy changes, safeguard your operations, and advocate effectively for your station and your community.

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