2022
Senator Rand Paul Introduces Bill to Repeal Broadcast Ownership Limits and Allow Joint Negotiations with Big Tech Companies
Kentucky Senator Rand Paul has introduced a bill to repeal all broadcast ownership limitations including the radio and television local ownership rules. As we have noted before, the FCC is currently considering changes to the radio ownership rules.
Read More(Register Today) Free Poynter Webinar: Covering Political Extremism in the Public Square
Poynter and PolitiFact are hosting a daylong, free online seminar called “Covering Political Extremism in the Public Square.” The training is from 10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Eastern on Tuesday, September 20. Registration is open through September 16.
Read MoreNAB Announces Media Sales Academy
Back to News NAB Announces Media Sales Academy September 16, 2022 The NAB Foundation has announced that applications are now being accepted for the Media Sales Academy, a free six-month fellowship program that will provide participants with the tools and resources necessary to kickstart their career at any radio or television station. “There is more…
Read MoreSpecs Howard Dies at 96
Back to News Specs Howard Dies at 96 September 9, 2022 Specs Howard Specs Howard, the founder of Specs Howard School of Media Arts in Southfield passed away September 3 at age 96. “I am heartbroken to let you know that in the early hours this morning, Saturday, September 3, 2022, my father Specs Howard…
Read MoreThree Hillsdale College Students Finalists in College Broadcasters Awards
Back to News Three Hillsdale College Students Finalists in College Broadcasters Awards September 9, 2022 On August 26, three Hillsdale College students who work at the school’s radio station (WRFH-LP aka Radio Free Hillsdale) placed as radio finalists for the national College Broadcasters Inc. Awards. In a post appearing on the hillsdalecollegian.com, WRFH General Manager…
Read MoreWhiting Appointed Faculty Advisor for MSU Telecasters
Back to News Whiting Appointed Faculty Advisor for MSU Telecasters September 9, 2022 Jon Whiting Michigan State University School of Journalism (J-School) Professor Jon Whiting will be taking on the lead role of faculty advisor for MSU Telecasters. Whiting will be the third advisor for MSU Telecasters since 1982. MSU Telecasters has served as a…
Read MoreFCC Regulatory Fees Due By September 28 and Can Be Paid Now
Back to News FCC Regulatory Fees Due By September 28 and Can Be Paid Now September 9, 2022 MAB Washington Counsel David Oxenford advises that the due date for regulatory fees has been set by the FCC. Fees can be paid now, and must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on September 28. The…
Read MoreWOOD-TV Announces News 8 at 4 p.m. Launch
Back to News WOOD-TV Announces News 8 at 4 p.m. Launch September 9, 2022 Nexstar Media’s WOOD-TV (Grand Rapids) is expanding to add an hour of news weekdays at 4 p.m. The hour-long broadcast launches September 12 and replaces the retiring “Ellen DeGeneres Show.” News 8 at 4 p.m. will be anchored by Susan Shaw…
Read MoreFCC’s Rosenworcel Wants to Strengthen EAS Security
Back to News FCC’s Rosenworcel Wants to Strengthen EAS Security September 9, 2022 Jessica Rosenworcel In a news release dated September 7, FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel is proposing action to bolster the security of the nation’s public alert and warning systems, the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts delivered to the public through alerts…
Read MoreWLEN/WQTE Holds Emergency Fundraiser for Local Charity
A tragic fire in the early morning hours of Wednesday, August 24 temporarily closed Associated Charities of Lenawee and closed down their back to school distribution of clothing, shoes, backpacks and school supplies to families in need.
In response, WLEN (Lenawee Broadcasting Company) and WQTE (Southeast Michigan Media) Radio stations immediately addressed this catastrophic event with a curbside collection of monetary donations and gift cards.
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