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Top of the News:
* * 2019 MAB Summer Conference Registration is Open
* EAS Region Change for St. Clair County
* Should Michigan Broadcasters Accept Advertising for CBD Products?
* Annual EEO Report Due in Public Files By June 1
* Duane Alverson Retires From MacDonald Broadcasting
* Man Behind 'Paul is Dead,' Legendary Detroit DJ Russ Gibbs Passes at 87
* WLEN-FM Named 2019 Recipient of National Service to Community Award
* Legendary MSU Hall of Fame Broadcast Educator says 'Content is King'
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Join us August 5 & 6 at the JW Marriott Grand Rapids for
the 2019 MAB Summer Advocacy Conference, Annual Business Meeting and Awards Reception & Banquet.
That's Right!
It's Going to be Another GRAND
#MABsummer
This year's growing line-up of speakers includes
the NAB's
Steven W. Newberry
, Michigan's Marijuana Regulatory Agency's
Andrew Brisbo
and more!
Register for the Conference, Reserve Your Room
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2019 MAPB Public Media Impact Award Nominations Due June 5
There will be up to two awards given - one Professional (all professionals including volunteers working in public broadcasting) and one Donor (individuals or foundations). The recipients will be recognized following the 2019 MAB Advocacy Conference on August 6 at the JW Marriott in Grand Rapids. Learn More
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EAS Region Change for St. Clair County
This past January, the State Emergency Communications Committee (SECC) met and approved a proposal to move St. Clair County from the Southeastern EAS Region to the adjacent East Central Region. Learn More
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 Spots are Filling Up. Book Your Station's 2019 ABIP Before its Too Late!
The MAB's Alternative Broadcast Inspection Program (ABIP) is a unique partnership between the MAB and the FCC under which stations that participate can receive a three-year exemption from routine FCC inspections. 2019 Inspections are now being scheduled during the months of July, August and September. Learn more about the program
here. Questions? Contact Ann at
walters@michmab.com.
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MAB's Annual Capitol Day Will Connect Broadcasters and Lawmakers on May 14
The Michigan Association of Broadcasters invites its members to be a part of its annual State Capitol Advocacy Day on May 14, 2019. This is a great opportunity to
engage state lawmakers to showcase television and radio stations' commitment and investment in their local communities. Register Here
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Should Michigan Broadcasters Accept Advertising for CBD Products?
By: John J. Ronayne III
Bernardi, Ronayne & Glusac
The short answer is probably "no."
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 State/Legislative Update
Federal Court Orders New Maps for State's U.S. House Seats, Legislature
A three-judge federal panel unanimously ruled last week that the 2011 district reapportionment plan for the state's 14 U. S. House districts, 38 Michigan Senate districts and 110 Michigan House districts is unconstitutional partisan gerrymanders.
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 Federal/Regulatory Update
Senator Peters Sponsors PIRATE ACT
Senator Gary Peters (D-MI) along with Montana Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) introduced legislation to combat pirate radio in the Senate.
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Annual EEO Report Due in Public Files By June 1. Have You Checked Your Online Public File?
In a post on his
Broadcast Law Blog, MAB Washington attorney David Oxenford reminds Michigan broadcasters that are part of an Employment Unit with 5 or more full-time employees should be preparing to add to their online public inspection file their Annual EEO Public File Report - due to be added to their files by June 1.
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Duane Alverson Retires From MacDonald Broadcasting
A special retirement celebration took place April 18 to honor over 36 years of service and dedication to the broadcast industry for the now retired President of MacDonald Broadcasting, Duane Alverson.
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Lansing Radio's Deb Hart Joins WSYM-TV
Popular Lansing radio personality Deb Hart will be joining the E.W. Scripps' WSYM-TV (Lansing) as
Morning Blend co-host. The longtime voice in the mornings on Classic Rock 94.9FM, has been tapped to replace Mary Turner on the program.
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Miggy Santos Named Brand Manager At WNWN-FM
Midwest Communications has announced that Miggy Santos has joined the company's WNWN-FM (Battle Creek) as brand manager. Santos comes from the Neuhoff Media clusters in Bloomington-Decatur, Illinois.
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Man Behind 'Paul is Dead,' Legendary Detroit DJ Russ Gibbs Passes at 87
The man behind one of the biggest rumors in rock history died April 30. Russ Gibb, the Detroit radio DJ who helped launch the legendary "Paul Is Dead" conspiracy, was 87 years old.
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WLEN-FM Named 2019 Recipient of National Service to Community Award
WLEN-FM (Adrian) will be honored with the National Service to Community Award. This award is presented each year by the National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF) to honor the public service commitment that local radio and television stations make year-round to their communities.
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 AP Media Editor Broadcast Award Winners Announced
Winners of the 2018 Michigan Associated Press Media Editors annual newspaper and broadcast contests were announced on April 28 at ceremonies in Lansing. Seven Michigan television stations took home a combined 34 awards.
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Michigan AP Elects Directors
Matt Seward, managing editor of the Cadillac News, was elected president of the Michigan Associated Press Media Editors association for 2019-20 at the group's annual convention on April 28.
Vincent Duffy, news director at Michigan Radio
in Ann Arbor, was named president-elect.
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 Legendary MSU Hall of Fame Broadcast Educator says 'Content is King'
"I never expected to be a teacher. I really never did," says retiring MSU hall of fame broadcast educator Gary Reid. Forty-four years later, he has impacted hundreds of broadcast and communications-related careers.
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Free Seminar on 2020 Census Sponsored by Poynter Institute
Starting now, people across the U.S. need to be informed about the census - how they can participate, what happens with their information and how that information affects their communities, and the entire nation, for the next decade.
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Come Have Some Fun at the After Party!
Key Code Media is bringing the best of the NAB 2019 show back to Detroit on Tuesday, May 21 at Punch Bowl Social ... as well as over 30 leading vendors showing the latest in media and entertainment technology.
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Karole and Jackie visited with MAB Board Member
Mike Murri,
VP/General Manager for WXYZ/WMYD-TV (Detroit), at the Shinola Hotel in Detroit.
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'Snack and Learn,' Get to Know the MAB
Do you know about all the services and programs through the MAB? If not, the MAB would love to come "Snack and Learn" with you and your team! !
Invite us to your office and get informed about all the services offered by the MAB. We'll bring the snacks! Schedule your station's 2019 "Snack and Learn" with the MAB! Contact Jackie:
timm@michmab.com
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 Do you know about The Legal Hotline?
One of MAB's most popular free programs ... The Legal Hotline features renowned Washington, D.C. based FCC attorney David Oxenford, who can answer your questions regarding FCC matters. And, for matters here in Michigan, the MAB provides the resources of John J. Ronayne III of Bernardi, Ronayne & Glusac, Taxation Law, Corporate Law, Arbitration. Learn More (Must have a password to access). Need a password? Call Jackie at 517-484-7444.
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Attention Members!
Did you know that we offer the following services at no charge to you? Find out more by clicking on the services below:
(Members only-must use password to access)
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May 16, 2019 | 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
programming with Kevin Robinson
 Programmers of all skill sets will come away with a solid foundation for their future as Kevin shares what he has learned after 38 years in the business, including the latest in digital measurement.
Click here to Register
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Course Description:
Welcome to our series on stress management. Eighty percent of workers feel stress on the job, and nearly half of those people say they need help learning how to manage it. But in order to manage stress, you must first understand it. In this program, we'll discuss the different types of stress, common stressors, and the seven signs that indicate you're stressed. Click here to log in and watch this course.
Support: For questions, support or additional information please contact our amazing support team by email at
support@p1learning.com or by phone at (888) 944-9377.
Don't miss out on your opportunity for free, online training as an MAB member! Sign your staff up today!
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The MAB Foundation supports Michigan Broadcasters by preparing the next generation of industry professionals and connecting them with YOU!
The MAB Foundation provides the following:
- Broadcast Excellence Awards
- Hall of Fame/Lifetime Achievement Awards
- Student Broadcast Awards
- College Outreach/Recruitment Programs
- Media Career Fairs
- Scholarships
- Educational Conferences
We need your help to continue these valuable and essential programs. You can make a difference by giving today.
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Meet Your Foundation Board Member of the Week: Trisha Peterson
Trisha Peterson is the General Manager for WJNR/WOBE/WHTO Radio in Iron Mountain.Trisha started in radio when she was 12 years old working with her father on the new shopping show, she was the producer of the show handing him the certificate that the listener was asking for and processing sales, working the front desk, filing, and various jobs around the station.
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Creating a New Radio Station Logo? Think About Digital
By: Seth Resler
Jacobs Media Strategies
From time to time, radio stations decide that it's time to freshen up the logo. But when reviewing ideas with your graphic designer, you'll keep in mind how the logo will be used online:
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Subscribe to
MAB News Briefs
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MAB State Capitol Advocacy Day, Lansing (Register Here)
Webinar: "The Basics - You are Doing It Wrong," Programming with Kevin Robinson. (Learn More)
May 21, 2019
Key Code Media's Post NAB Show Event, Detroit (Register Here)
June 1, 2019
Annual EEO Report Due in Public Files
June 5, 2019
MAPB Public Impact Award Nomination Deadline
August 5-6, 2019
Advocacy Conference, Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet, Grand Rapids
(Learn More)
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WJMN-TV
(Marquette)
Posted: April 29, 2019
News Director
Interlochen Public Radio
(Interlochen)
Posted: April 29, 2019
Digital Account Executive
WOOD-TV
(Grand Rapids)
Posted: April 26, 2019
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We know your station is great.Now lets show all the other
broadcasters across Michigan just how great you are.
Send pictures, video and news releases about your
station's accomplishments to be featured in the
weekly MAB News Briefs
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The MAB Foundation's mission to encourage, support, and sponsor educational activities for students interested in broadcasting cannot be accomplished without supporters like you. The Foundation wouldn't exist without your continued support and interest in the mission. The Broadcasters must work together to sustain the future of this industry by encouraging the brightest, most creative and energetic students to choose broadcasting as a career. You can make a difference by MAKING A DONATION TODAY at
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