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MAB’s Klemet Meets with SPJ/Detroit on FOIA Issues

Feb 24, 2023

On February 15, MAB President/CEO Sam Klemet joined the Society of Professionals Journalists Detroit Chapter in a discussion about the importance of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and what can be done in Michigan to improve transparency.

Frierson Celebrates 13 Years!

Feb 24, 2023

Congratulations to WNEM-TV (Flint/Saginaw) Vice President and General Manager (and MAB Board Member) Ken Frierson who recently celebrated his 13 year anniversary with the station.

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Regulatory Bits and Pieces – ETRS Form One and Delayed Public File Uploads Due by February 28, Updated EAS Handbook Required for All Stations

Feb 24, 2023

There are normally a host of regulatory obligations at the beginning of February, but because of technical issues with the FCC’s online public file and LMS systems, many February 1 dates, as well as some January regulatory deadlines, have been extended to late February.

At the Darkest Hour, Michigan Broadcasters Highlight the Importance of Strong, Local Coverage and Community Support

Feb 17, 2023

It’s been nearly impossible to escape the grief permeating throughout the state in the wake of the tragic shooting at Michigan State University this week.

Jack O’Malley Returns to Radio!

Feb 17, 2023

Midwestern Broadcasting has announced that former State Representative Jack O’Malley has returned to radio, joining the company’s WATZ-FM and WZTK-FM in Alpena at Director of Operations.

Michigan Radio Hosts An Evening with “Hidden Brain” Host/Creator Shankar Vedantam

Feb 17, 2023

Michigan Radio has announced the next event in its Speaker Series with ‘An Evening with “Hidden Brain” Host/Creator Shankar Vedamtam,  The event will be presented virtually on March 8 tat 7:00 p.m. with All Things Considered Host Rebecca Kruth moderating.

Finster Rejoins Omelette at WKLT

Feb 17, 2023

RadioInsight reports that Northern Michigan air talent Sean ‘Finster’ Finnegan has been reunited with former morning partner Steve ‘Omelette’ Normandin at Midwestern Broadcasting’s WKLT-FM (Traverse City) and its simulcast sister stations.

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New EAS Handbook Available/Form One Filing Deadline Approaching

Feb 17, 2023

Your MAB has learned that the FCC recently issued a new, 2023 edition of its EAS Operating Handbook.  As noted in the FCC EAS rule Part 11.15: “A copy of the Handbook must be located at normal duty positions or EAS equipment locations when an operator is required to be on duty and be immediately available to staff responsible for authenticating messages and initiating actions.”

The MAB and MHAM Continue to Offer Support & Resources to Journalists/Broadcasters in Need

Feb 16, 2023

Given the tragic events at Michigan State University this week, the MAB and MHAM are hosting a special session for journalists to learn about the services available to them as they cover the pain, loss, and healing of the Spartan Community. Join the MAB and MHAM on Monday, February 20.

Congrats to MAB’s Claire Corr

Feb 10, 2023

On Wednesday, February 8, Claire Corr, Events and Member Relations Manager, shared her story of reinvention with the National Association of Career Women Lansing Chapter.

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