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WCFX Raises $37k for Community Cancer Services

October 25, 2024

This past Wednesday (10/23), Black Diamond Broadcasting’s WCFX-FM (Clare/Mt. Pleasant) raised over $37,000 for Community Cancer Services of Isabella County with the station’s annual ”2024 CFX Bras for a Cause presented by Graff Mt Pleasant.”

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WXYZ-TV Creative Services Department Wins National Award for ‘Good morning, Detroit’

October 25, 2024

On Thursday night (10/17), the department won the category of TV/Streaming Local for the station’s “Good morning, Detroit” initiative, where viewers and organizations submit videos to send the community a friendly morning greeting.

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FCC Announces Second EEO Audit of 2024 – 150 Radio and TV Stations Targeted; 5 Michigan Stations on List

October 25, 2024

On Friday (10/18), the FCC released another EEO audit notice for 2024.  The FCC’s Public Notice, audit letter, and the list of the 150 radio and TV stations selected for audit is available here.

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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.

Michigan Broadcast Engineering Conference

February 25-26
JW Marriott, Grand Rapids

Join us for the Michigan Broadcast Engineering Conference, an unmissable opportunity for broadcast engineers to network, learn, and honor excellence in our field. This event brings together broadcasters, engineers, station managers, and industry partners for the iconic Beer and Bull networking reception—a chance to connect with peers and industry leaders. Attendees will dive into insightful sessions on the latest in broadcast engineering and innovation, culminating in the prestigious Carl E. Lee Engineering Excellence Award presentation. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate, collaborate, and elevate your broadcast engineering expertise!

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