2022 FCC Compliance Deadlines
The GAB announces the FCC compliance deadlines for 2021.
2021 GABBY and Merit Award Winners
Best Newscast David Crowder- WRGA The WSB News Team- WSB Kelsey Hanson, Tracye Hutchins, Rick Folbaum, Jordan Lee, Jasmina Alston, Adam Murphy, & Josh Depaz- WGCL The 13 WMAZ News Team- WMAZ Suzanne Nadell- WSB-TV Best General Assignment Reporting The WLJA News Team- WLJA Earnestine Jones- WBHF Robyn Walensky- WSB Kayla Solomon- WMAZ Adam…
Tropical Storm Ida Access, Debris Removal, & Fuel Access Letters – IDA Regions 4 & 6
— ATLANTA, GA Tropical Storm Ida is anticipated to become a significant weather event that could affect Georgia. As it makes its way towards the southern coast, broadcasters are again called to duty and depended on by their communities to help keep them safe. m To help ensure you are better able to serve your…
2021 GABBY Finalists
Atlanta, Ga– The Georgia Association of Broadcasters is pleased to announce the individual finalists for the 2021 GABBY Awards. This year’s awards will be presented on Saturday, October 23rd. The finalists listed below will either receive a GABBY or Merit award for broadcasting excellence in various categories. Finalists are listed alphabetically by station. Farm Monitor-TV…
The 2021 NAB Show (CANCELED)
The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) show returns LIVE October 9th – 13th in Las Vegas, Nevada. Each year, thousands of content professionals from all corners of the media, entertainment, and technology ecosystem go to NAB Show. It’s designed for those striving to drive listeners and engage viewers in larger numbers for greater reach. And…
Two Georgia Stations Win NAB Crystal Radio Awards
Two Georgia radio stations are honored by the National Association of Broadcasters at the 2021 Crystal Radio Awards.
2021 Hall of Fame Inductees
The Georgia Association of Broadcasters announced the 2021 Hall of Fame Class.
2020 E. Lanier Finch Scholarship Recipients
The Georgia Association of Broadcasters awards five students with the 2020 E. Lanier Scholarship to further their education in broadcast journalism.
2020 GABBY and Merit Winners
The full list of winners for the 2020 Georgia Association of Broadcasters GABBY Awards.
2020 Ditty-McLemore Awards
The GAB honors the unsung heroes of the newsroom with the Ditty-McLemore Award.
2020 GABBY Finalists
Atlanta, Ga– The Georgia Association of Broadcasters is pleased to announce the individual finalists for the 2020 GABBY Awards. This year’s awards will be presented virtually on Saturday, October 24th at 7:00 p.m. More information about the live stream will be announced soon. The finalists listed below will either receive a GABBY or Merit award…
2020 Service to America Awards
Atlanta, GA — Gray Television was honored at the 2020 NAB Leadership Foundation, Service to America Awards with the “Service to Community Award for Television.” Gray Television’s “Measure of Hate” was awarded for excellent investigative reporting. Please click the link below to watch the full awards ceremony. Service to America Broadcast Gray Television’s “Measure of…
GAB Radio Centennial Celebration Campaign
Ways to Help Celebrate Radio's 100th Anniversary In 2020, the industry of radio is turning 100 years old! To celebrate this special anniversary, we’re putting the spotlight on the enduring value of radio. We want to recognize the enduring value and continued importance of a medium that reaches 272 million Americans each week. To help…
GABCON 2020 Cancelled, Virtual GABBY Awards October 24th
ATLANTA, Ga– The Georgia Association of Broadcasters has made the difficult decision to cancel all in-person events surrounding the 2020 convention, GABCON, and the GABBY Awards. A virtual GABBY Awards ceremony will take the place of an in-person event on October 24th at 7:00 p.m. EST. The GAB board of directors, staff, and…
Instructions for Census Bureau RFP
The Census wants to place ad buys in areas of Georgia with lower response rates You may have read that the NAB has been aggressively seeking federal advertising dollars for local radio and television stations during this very challenging times. The Census Bureau has announced $75 million in funds for possible August and September ad buys. …
FEMA Provides Masks for Georgia Broadcasters
ATLANTA, Ga– Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is providing every broadcast facility with free masks to protect their employees as they perform their broadcast responsibilities during COVID-19. Please fill out the form below to request your masks. Masks will be distributed based on the information filled out in this form. **Please note that masks will…
Georgia Broadcasters Participate in Statewide COVID-19 Town Hall
ATLANTA, Ga– On Thursday, March 26, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and members of the COVID-19 Task Force participated in a live Town Hall broadcast that reached all 159 counties in Georgia. The live event was broadcast on 33 television stations and more than 150 radio stations. In addition to the traditional broadcast, the event was…
GAB COVID-19 and Vaccine Resources
Broadcasters play a critical role in informing their viewers and listeners about COVID-19 and other matters of public safety. The GAB wants to make sure we help you fulfill this role in any way possible. This page is your go-to resource for broadcasters related to COVID-19 and the COVID-19 vaccine that we will update continuously.…
2020 GABBY Call for Entries Now Open!
The Georgia Association of Broadcasters is now accepting entries for the 2020 GABBY Awards. Please click on the photograph below for more information.
DiGamma Kappa Distinguished Achievement Award Honoree: Brad Nessler
Atlanta, Ga– The Georgia Association of Broadcasters is pleased to partner again with DiGamma Kappa Broadcast Society from the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication. The two organizations will present Brad Nessler with the “Distinguished Achievement Award in Broadcasting and Cable For Exceptional Service” Award on January 29th. Brad Nessler is a college football…
2020 GAB Hall of Fame Inductee: Teya Ryan
Atlanta, Ga– President and CEO of Georgia Public Broadcasting, Teya Ryan will be inducted into the Georgia Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame on January 29th. Teya is a broadcast media veteran whose passion for storytelling, curiosity for the world around her, and innovative ideas have earned her leadership roles at venerable broadcast operations…
2020 GAB Hall of Fame Inductee: Jim Powell
Atlanta, Ga– The Georgia Association of Broadcasters is pleased to induct Jim Powell from the Atlanta Braves Radio Network into the 2020 GAB Hall of Fame. The 2020 season will mark Jim Powell’s 27th as a Major League broadcaster and his twelfth year in the Atlanta Braves radio booth. He spent the previous 13 seasons as a member of…
Five Students Awarded GAB E. Lanier Finch Scholarship
Atlanta, GA– The Georgia Association of Broadcasters is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2019 E. Lanier Finch Scholarship. Yash Bhika Doria Lacey Carrington Lewis Skylar Nicholson Tylar Norman The E. Lanier Finch Scholarship was created by the Georgia Association of Broadcasters to recognize the late Lanny Finch, President Emeritus for his outstanding leadership, dedication, and numerous contributions to the continued success of…
2020 GAB Hall of Fame Inductee: Glenn Burns
Atlanta, Ga– Glenn Burns is the chief meteorologist for Channel 2 Action News’ Severe Weather Team 2. He is an AMS certified meteorologist and appears on the 4 and 6 p.m. newscasts Monday through Friday. Glenn will be inducted into the Georgia Association of Broadcaster’s Hall of Fame on January 29th, 2019. Glenn began his…
Dick McMichael- GAB 2020 Hall of Fame Inductee
Atlanta, GA– Dick McMichaels will be inducted into the Georgia Association of Broadcaster’s Hall of Fame on January 29th, 2020. Dick McMichael’s 50-year broadcasting career started in 1948 at WDAK in Columbus, Georgia and ended when he retired at WTVM in 2000. Learning that Dick, his 17-year-old drum major, was interested in radio announcing, his…
Just Announced: 2020 GAB Hall of Fame Inductees
Atlanta, GA – December 4, 2019: The Georgia Association of Broadcasters, which represents the interest of over 500 radio and television stations across the state, is proud to announce the selection of the following broadcasters into our Hall of Fame: Glenn Burns- WSB-TV Dick McMichael- WTVM Jim Powell- Atlanta Braves Radio Network Teya Ryan- Georgia Public…
The GAB Celebrates Georgia Broadcasters and 85th Anniversary at GABCON 2019
ATLANTA, GA– On September 27th and 28th, the Georgia Association of Broadcasters hosted their annual conference, GABCON at the Grand Hyatt in Buckhead. GABCON is the state’s largest annual gathering of broadcasters. Over 350 broadcasters came from around the state to attend. Ben Henson, The Director of Events for the GAB says, “Since its return…
Photos and Headshots From GABCON 2019
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2019 GABBY and Merit Winners
Best of the GABBY’s (Radio Class A)- WSB Radio (Radio Class AA)- WVOP (TV Class A)- WSB-TV (TV Class AA)- WJBF Best Newscast WSB Radio- WSB News Team (GABBY Radio Class A) WRGA- David Crowder (GABBY Radio Class AA) WUVG- Gianncarlo Cifuentes, Amanda Ramirez (GABBY TV Class A) WJCL- WJCL Staff (GABBY TV…
Now Accepting 2020 Hall of Fame Nominations
GAB Now Accepting Broadcasting Hall of Fame Nominations For 2020 ATLANTA – The Georgia Association of Broadcasters (GAB) is accepting nominations for the 2018 GAB Hall of Fame induction class. The nomination process is open to any and all Georgia Broadcasters, active and retired. Consideration for this honor is given to broadcasters with a minimum…
The 5G Future has Great Potential for Broadcasters
ATLANTA, GA– Technology is constantly changing and strides are always being made to improve the speed and efficiency of everything in the world around us. Broadcasting is one of the industries affected the most by these changes. It has come a long way since the first radio transmissions in the late 1800’s and the industry…
2019 GAB Golden Mic Award Recipient
ATLANTA, GA– The Georgia Association of Broadcasters is pleased to announce Dan Vallie as the 2019 Golden Mic Award recipient. This annual award is given to a broadcaster who has shown exceptional dedication to the industry. Lifelong radio industry veteran, Dan Vallie, is the innovator and President of the National Radio Talent System, the only…
Third Circuit Reviews FCC Appeal For Shift In Radio Ownership Regulations
ATLANTA, GA– By: Emily Sumlin On June 15th, 2018, The National Association of Broadcasters sent a letter calling for a relaxing on AM/FM ownership regulations. But one year later the appeal is now coming into play. The letter, sent to Chief of the FCC Media Bureau Michelle Carey outlined a proposal that would modify current…
The GAB Connects with State Representatives During Recess Period
ATLANTA, GA– On Monday July 22, 2019, the Georgia Association of Broadcasters hosted Congressman Rob Woodall (R-GA 7th District) in their Brookhaven office to discuss the state of broadcasting in Georgia and look ahead to upcoming legislature that could affect the industry. “The Georgia Association of Broadcasters, they represent all of the broadcasters in the…
The GAB Reaches 500 Georgia Broadcasters With 85th Anniversary Tour
ATLANTA, GA– This summer, the Georgia Association of Broadcasters embarked on a statewide tour to celebrate the association’s 85th anniversary. The tour included stops in Cartersville, Albany, Athens, Macon, Columbus, Augusta, and Atlanta. The final stop on the tour was in Savannah at the DeSoto Hotel, the same location where the association was founded 85…
2019 National EAS Test
The FCC has extended the deadline for ETRS Form One. FEMA has announced that the 2019 National Periodic Test (NPT) will issued Wednesday, August 7 at 2:20 PM EDT (18:20 GMT). The alternate date is Wednesday, August 21, 2019. The Bureau also announced that the EAS Test Reporting System (ETRS) is open and accepting 2019…
On June 11th #BroadcastGood
ATLANTA, GA– On June 11th 2019, the GAB in partnership with the NAB is asking all TV and radio stations across the nation to once again #BroadcastGood and tell our stories over the airways as well as every other distribution platform. Ideas as simple as a Public Service Announcement, to as complex as a major fundraising program,…
GAB Meeting with Governor Kemp
ATLANTA, Ga– On Wednesday, June 5 GAB President, Bob Houghton, GAB Chair, Holly Steuart, and Chairman-Elect, Velvet Perry met with Georgia Governor, Brian Kemp. GAB representatives were able to discuss the organization’s mission and goals with Governor Kemp as well as the GAB’s valuable relationship with state agencies through the Public Education Partnership Program (PEP.)…
The GAB Hosts Another Successful Radio Talent Institute
Athens, GA – The National Radio Talent System’s GAB Radio Talent Institute wrapped up today at the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Georgia. Nine talented students from different universities completed the 10-day program. This institute is a kick-start to their careers in the radio industry. These twenty students had…
The GAB Announces Official 85th Anniversary Tour
ATLANTA, Ga– The Georgia Association of Broadcasters is pleased to announce the official tour dates for the GAB 85th Anniversary Tour. In 2019, the GAB is hitting the road to celebrate serving the broadcasters of Georgia for 85 years. Each tour stop will feature a presentation from GAB President, Bob Houghton, about the history and…
New FCC Procedure for Upcoming Radio License Renewal
On April 15, 2019 the Federal Communications Commission issued two public notices which announce new procedures for the upcoming license renewal process for radio stations, and the use of the Licensing and Management System (LMS) online electronic filing system for such applications. Copies of the public notices are linked below. A brief summary follows: Media…
GAB Statement on HB 734
ATLANTA, GA– Read GAB Chair, Holly Steuart’s Statement On April 2, 2019, during the final hours of the Georgia General Assembly Legislative Session, Andrew Welch, (R-McDonough) authored House Bill 734. Sponsored by five other Georgia Representatives, this bill would amend Title 10 of the Official Code of Georgia to create a state Journalism Ethics Board.…
2019 FCC Calendar
January January 10 – All full power and Class A television stations that are being repacked must electronically file an FCC Form 2100-Schedule 387 Transition Progress Report. This form is used to provide an update on the station’s efforts to construct facilities for its new channel and the termination of operations on its current channel.…
GAB Interview with FCC Chairman Ajit Pai
ATLANTA, GA– On March 19, 2019 the Georgia Chamber hosted a breakfast with Federal Communications Commission Chairman, Ajit Pai and NBA legend, Dominique Wilkins to discuss 5G technology. Before the breakfast, Chairman Pai sat down with GAB President, Bob Houghton and Director of Digital Media and Communications, McKenzie Lewis for an interview. Watch the full…
Broadcasters Raise Money for Tornado Relief Campaign
ATLANTA, Ga– On Sunday March 3rd, a series of several violent tornadoes impacted east Alabama and southwest Georgia. The storm claimed 23 lives in Lee County, Alabama and left a widespread trail of damage throughtout Georgia. The next morning, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp declared a state of emergency in Grady, Harris, and Talbot counties. Georgia…
Mother Minton
ATLANTA, Ga– Just like millions of other mothers around the world, WSB-TV Meteorologist, Karen Minton gets up every morning, gets dressed, and begins her motherly duties. But Minton’s children don’t live with her, they live in 2,324,390 other households in the Metro-Atlanta area. At the end of February, Minton will enter through the heavy, studio…
FCC Reopens and Announces New Filing Date
*UPDATE* 1/30/19 The Federal Communications Commission released another Public Notice announcing another extension for filing dates late Tuesday, January 29th. The deadline for all public inspection quarterly submissions that were due on January 10th as well as any other filings that were required to be placed in a station’s Online Public Inspection File between January…
2019 Hall of Fame Inductee: Zack Fowler
Zack Fowler has been in love with broadcasting since 1958 as a high school DJ at Radio Station WSNT in Sandersville and later in Athens where he worked his way through J-School at the University of Georgia at WGAU Radio. While a college freshman, he married Anne, his high school sweetheart, and they began…
2019 Hall of Fame Inductee: Yvonne “Dodie” Cantrell Bickley
Dodie Cantrell-Bickely has over 30 years of experience in television news. Over the years she has held positions including anchor, investigative reporter, executive producer, news director and now lecturer. Cantrell-Bickley graduated with a BAS in Organizational Leadership from Mercer University, a MAP in Public Administration from Georgia College and State University and a MFA in…
2019 Hall of Fame Inductee: Condace Pressley
Condace Pressley is an award-winning journalist and member of the Georgia Radio Hall of Fame. As Director of Community Affairs for Cox Media Group Atlanta, Condace oversees CMG Atlanta’s community efforts across all media platforms, including WSB TV, the Atlanta Journal Constitution and CMG’s four radio stations. Many radio listeners are familiar with Condace’s as…
JUST ANNOUNCED: GABCON 2019
SAVE THE DATE GABCON Returns to Atlanta September 27th – 29th | Grand Hyatt Buckhead Tentative Schedule Kick-Off Party | September 27thEnjoy time with your favorite broadcasters as we start the weekend off right. Training and Education | September 28th Expand your horizons in the areas of engineering, management, sales, and more. Have an idea…
2019 Hall of Fame Inductee: John Weatherford III
John Weatherford III is an Emmy and Telly award-winning producer with more than 50 years of experience in radio, television, audio and digital media. John’s current work includes producing, writing and narrating documentaries and selected projects for domestic and international clients. John was Senior Vice President and General Manager and then Chief Operating Officer for…
Get to Know Richard Griffiths, President of the Georgia First Amendment Foundation
On January 24th, 2019, Richard Griffiths will be honored by the Georgia Association of Broadcasters and the DiGamma Kappa Broadcast Society with the “Distinguished Achievement Award in Broadcasting and Cable For Exceptional Service.” Griffiths will be the keynote speaker at the annual banquet hosted by the two organizations. Richard T. Griffiths currently serves as President of the Georgia First…
2018 Year in Review
A letter from GAB President, Bob Houghton As we approach the end of 2018, I would like to take a few moments to reflect on some of the accomplishments from this year in broadcasting. Gordon Smith, President and CEO of the The National Association of Broadcasters sent out an end of the year letter this…
Upcoming FCC Deadlines
Quarterly TV Transition Progress Report January 10: TV stations that are being repacked must submit an FCC Form 2100, Schedule 387 transition progress report. Quarterly reports are due the 10th of the month following the end of each calendar quarter, and additional reports are due closer to the station’s phase completion date and after completing the transition.…
2019 RAB Management Webinars
2019 Management Webinars Wednesday, January 30 at Noon CST Thriving In the New Media & Marketing Eco System – Guest: Jack Myers – MediaVillage Marketing budgets have been relatively flat for two decades. Organizations that effectively adapt and communicate in the new marketing eco system grow. Those that do not, consolidate/contract or collapse. In this…
2019 RAB Sales Webinars
2019 Sales Webinars January 22 at 10am or January 24 at 3pm CST Storytelling in 60 Seconds or (Much) Less – Guest: Chris Smith – The Richards Group As media vehicles and platforms proliferate, advertisers are challenged with reducing their brand messages into shorter and shorter unit lengths: Fifteens? Sixes? It’s a daunting task to…
JUST ANNOUNCED: 2019 Hall of Fame Inductees
Georgia Association of Broadcasters Announce 2019 Hall of Fame InducteesCeremony Scheduled to Take Place During Annual Winter Institute Atlanta, GA – December 19, 2018: The Georgia Association of Broadcasters, which represents the interest of over 500 radio and television stations across the state, is proud to announce the selection of the following broadcasters into our…
GAB Now Offering Group Benefits
ATLANTA, GA– For those of you who missed GABCON 2018, we are delighted to share the opportunity of offering group benefits as a whole to members of the Georgia Association of Broadcasters. In addition to offering basic products (medical, dental, & vision), we will offer voluntary life insurance, short term disability, critical illness, accident and cancer…
2018 GABBY and Merit Winners
BEST OF THE GABBY’S RADIO (AA) WDUN RADIO (A) WUGA TV (AA) WSAV TV (A) WSB-TV BEST USE OF DIGITAL PLATFORMS GABBY (RADIO AA) WDUN- MITCH CLARKE MERIT (RADIO AA) WLHR- ANDREW HORNICK GABBY (RADIO A) WABE- DIGITAL TEAM MERIT (RADIO A) WCGQ- CHELSEA HUDSON, DAMON FREE, MIKE KELLY, DAVE ARWOOD GABBY (TV AA) WSAV-…
Register Your C-Band Dishes Before October 31, 2018
*Update* 10/18/18: The FCC has extended the deadline to register C-Band Receive Only Dishes by two weeks. The new deadline to register is October 31, 2018. Read the latest Public Notice HERE. *Update* 6/21/18: The FCC has extended the deadline to register C-Band Receive Only Dishes by 90 days. The new deadline to register is…
Broadcasters Prepare for Hurricane Michael
ATLANTA, GA– UPDATE 10/10/2018 12:00 p.m. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) staff yesterday announced the activation of the Disaster Information Reporting System (DIRS) in response to Hurricane Michael. The FCC requests that communication providers that provide service in any of the areas listed below expeditiously submit and update information through DIRS regarding the status of their…
Passing of Chief Engineer Dick Boekeloo
ATLANTA, Ga– It is with the deepest of regret that the Georgia Association of Broadcasters informs you of the passing of Ditty-McLemore Broadcast Engineering Award recipient, Dick Boekeloo. At just 68 years old Dick passed away on the morning of October 3, 2018. Dick was an original member of the GAB Ditty-McLemore Broadcast…
National Emergency Alert System Test POSTPONED
***IMPORTANT: EAS TEST – The National EAS Test originally scheduled for 2:18 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time on Thursday, September 20th HAS BEEN POSTPONED until Wednesday, October 3rd at 2:18 P.M. EDT. If you have any questions regarding the EAS test, please call the GAB Office at 770-395-7200. *** All EAS participants must file their Form One…
FREE November Sales and Management Training
Your State Broadcast Association presents. . . Holding Your People Accountable Without Holding Them Hostage One-Hour, Live MANAGEMENT Webinar WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2018 (1:00 pm Eastern/12:00 pm Central/11:00 am Mountain/10:00 am Pacific) Presented by: Jeff Schmidt Is your biggest accountability issue compliance or communication? Accountability is about delivering on a commitment. It’s being responsible…
SPONSORED CONTENT – What’s Happening With Television Remote Trucks
Let’s look inside the station’s mobile solution tool-bag The industry is changing… Rapidly! Television News departments still have a wide array of news gathering tools at their disposal but less used are the large ENG/SNG’s to cover live news events. Sure stations still have a few larger trucks, but the industry is shifting to smaller…
FCC Activates DIRS In Response To Hurricane Florence
(UPDATE): Thursday, September 21st, 2018 DIRS HAS BEEN DEACTIVATED IN ALL COUNTIES IN GEORGIA. FCC PUBLIC NOTICE ATLANTA, GA– The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) staff today announced the activation of the Disaster Information Reporting System (DIRS) in response to Hurricane Florence. The FCC requests that communications providers that provide service in any of the…
Congressman Bishop Continues To Serve Georgia With $3.94 Million In FEMA Grants
ATLANTA, Ga– On July 11th 2018, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) announced that $3.94 million in Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) disaster recovery would be granted to middle and southwest Georgia. FEMA has allocated $2.747 million in debris removal funding to the City of Albany and $1.192 million in debris removal funding to Macon-Bibb…
C-Band Registration Funds Available
ATLANTA, Ga– The National Association of Broadcasters has announced that SES, a C-band satellite operator, is offering to reimburse broadcast stations for the cost associated with the FCC filing fee required for C-band dish registration. The NAB strongly urges stations to take advantage of this opportunity and register all C-band earth station dishes promptly while funding…
Discounted Rates for NAB Conferences
ATLANTA, Ga– NAB Radio Show (September 25-28, 2018) The NAB is offering a $100.00 discount off the $499.00 registration fee to all Georgia radio broadcasters for the Radio Show in Orlando September 25-28th. Simply go to the Radio Show Website and Register using the code GA18. Once you are registered for the show and…
2018 GABBY Award Finalists
Congratulations 2018 GABBY Awards Station Finalists! A full list of individual finalists will be released in August. Purchase Your Tickets Radio Class A (Large Market) Georgia News Network Georgia Public Broadcasting – Atlanta WABE – Atlanta WAFS – Atlanta WBML-WCEH – Macon WCFO – Atlanta WCGQ – Columbus WDAK – Columbus WGAU – Athens WGKA – Atlanta WMLB…
Passing of Former GAB President, E. Lanier “Lanny” Finch
ATLANTA, Ga– It is with the deepest of regret that the Georgia Association of Broadcasters informs you about the passing of Ellis Lanier “Lanny” Finch. Lanny recently had serious surgery and passed away on the morning of June 22, 2018. Lanny was a dear friend and mentor. He will be sincerely missed. Lanny…
Georgia Ties in Newly Elected NAB Board
ATLANTA, Ga– NAB Liaison to the Georgia Association of Broadcasters Board of Directors, Randy Gravley has been re-elected Chair of the NAB Radio Board. Gravley is also the President/CEO of Tri State Communications. Gravley says, “I’m very humbled to have been unanimously re-elected as the Chairman of the NAB Radio Board for a second term. …
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June 12th #BroadcastGood
ATLANTA, GA– On June 12th 2018, the NAB is asking all TV and radio stations across the nation to #BroadcastGood and tell our stories over the airways as well as every other distribution platform. Ideas as simple as a Public Service Announcement, to as complex as a major fundraising programs need to be…
Summer Intern Spotlight
Please join us in welcoming our two interns for the summer, Luke Wiese and Garrett Chapman! Luke Wiese The University of Georgia 1. I love to play guitar, piano and sing. 2. I am a fourth year student at the University of Georgia pursuing a degree in Marketing as well as a certificate in Music…
Passing of GAB Chairman’s Father
ATLANTA, Ga– It is with deep regret that the Georgia Association of Broadcasters informs you of the passing of current GAB Chairman Dennis Jones’ father, Dennis Jones. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this time. “His funeral is scheduled for this Saturday, May 19, 2018 at Floral Hills…
The Georgia Association of Broadcasters Unveils Details for the 2018 Beasley Media Group Radio Talent Institute
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact: McKenzie Lewis Communications Coordinator 770-395-7220 mlewis@gab.org The Georgia Association of Broadcasters Unveils Details for the 2018 Beasley Media Group Radio Talent Institute Atlanta, GA (April 25, 2018): The Georgia Association of Broadcasters (GAB) is pleased to unveil details for the 2018 Beasley Media Group Radio Talent Institute. The…
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Greg Davis Jr. and Geniece Granville Make List of Future African American Leaders in Radio
ATLANTA, Ga– Greg Davis Jr., Vice President and Market Manager of Davis Broadcasting in Atlanta and Geniece Granville, Vice President of Davis Broadcasting Inc in Columbus have been named to Radio Ink’s List of “Future African American Leaders in Radio.” The Georgia Association of Broadcaster’s President, Bob Houghton would like to congratulate Greg Davis Jr.,…
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State Leadership Conference Recap
A Letter from the President, Bob Houghton. I want to thank the fourteen broadcaster who invested three days joining our team in Washington, D.C. last week. I also want to thank our Political Events Planner, Lorie Smith for an outstanding job of organizing the trip, as well as our GAB office for handling the…
Congressman David Scott 15th Annual Career Fair
JONESBORO, GA—Congressman David Scott will host his 15th Annual Jobs Fair on Friday, April 13, 2018, from 10am to 3pm, at theGeorgia International Convention Center. Georgia’s top employers will be recruiting job seekers to fill over 4,000 openings and include: Aflac, Chime Solutions, Clayton County, DeKalb County Police, Fayette County Fire Department, FBI, FEMA, FedEx, Gate Gourmet, Georgia Department of Transportation,…
It’s Time to Enter the 2018 GABBY Awards! DEADLINE MARCH 3RD
It’s time to submit your entries for this year’s GABBY Awards. New this year are additional categories in both radio and television, video entry requirements as well as consolidated categories. And we have made the process simpler by partnering with RockOurAwards. Entries must be received by Saturday, March 3, 2018. The 2018 GABBY Awards will…
Step-by-Step Instructions for Populating Your Online Public Files
“This information is provided by the Alabama Broadcasters Association as a general guideline and is not offered as legal advice. Stations should check with legal counsel for additional information.” Step-by-step YouTube video HERE Set-by-step notes from video tutorial Contents of Radio Public Files 010418 1. Create a work sheet for each of your Federal Registration Numbers (FRN). If…
Rule 22 Update
ATLANTA, Ga– Georgia Uniform Superior Court Rule 22 , which governs the use of video and audio recording equipment in courtrooms was significantly changed last year. The changes go into effect on May 1, 2018. As before, Rule 22 requests need only be sent to the judge, not to the parties. The judge will tell the…
2018 FCC Compliance Deadlines for Georgia Stations
This calendar is similar to the official NAB Calendar for 2018, but has been tailored for use by Georgia broadcast stations. Courtesy David O’Connor, partner Wilkinson, Barker, Knauer, LLP January January 8 – Effective date of the FCC’s elimination of the main studio requirements. January 10 – All full power and Class A television stations…
We’re Not Gonna Take It Video Contest
ATLANTA, GA– Attorney General Chris Carr is joining the Georgia Association of Broadcasters, the Healthcare Distributors Alliance, the Medical Association of Georgia’s “Think About It” campaign, the Georgia Pharmacy Association, the Kennesaw State Center for Young Adult Addiction and Recovery, the Georgia Prevention Project, the Council on Alcohol and Drugs and the Georgia Council on…
GAB Day at the Capitol Recap
ATLANTA, GA– The Georgia Association of Broadcasters hosted the second annual, GAB Day at the Capitol on Wednesday, January 31st. Building off our successful event in 2017, the GAB arranged an even bigger and better event for this year. The day began with a light breakfast at 8:00 AM with speakers from 8:30 to 11:00. …
Winter Institute Recap
It was a great day to be a broadcaster in Georgia on January 25th! We had one of our most successful Winter Institutes in recent memory at the University of Georgia with the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication. We began the day with Breakfast with Counsel. The FCC’s Gary Schonman gave updates on…
2018 GAB Hall of Fame Inductee Art Sutton
Art Sutton, owner of Georgia-Carolina Radiocasting, will be inducted as part of the 2018 Georgia Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame on Jan. 25. Since the tender age of 15, Sutton has been involved in broadcasting, starting with his home-town station, WOGA in Syvlester, Ga. By 1982 while attending Abraham Baldwin College in Tifton, Sutton…
2018 GAB Hall of Fame Inductee Tim McVay
Tim McVay spent his entire career with Cox Television, the majority of which was in Atlanta. He moved up through the ranks of sales, sales management and station management in Dayton, Pittsburgh, San Francisco and Atlanta. He recently ended his 39-year career at the end of 2017 after running Atlanta’s dominant #1 TV station, Channel…
2018 Hall of Fame Inductee Mary Jones
WJBF’s Mary Jones will be inducted into the Georgia Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame on Jan. 25, 2018 after fashioning a nearly 50 year career in broadcasting. Jones, the local program director for the Augusta TV station, has spent her entire career at the station. No matter what her role, she has been actively…
WSB Radio Award Winner, TV and Radio Innovator Awards
The WSB Radio Award began back in 1976 and has been presented to a student who promises an excellent future in the radio broadcasting industry. WSB Radio Award: Stanley Miller Stanley Denero Miller is a journalism and political science student at the University of Georgia. He is an inductee of the Omicron Delta Kappa Honor…
2018 Hall of Fame Inductee Greg Davis
Greg Davis, the CEO and president of Davis Broadcasting, Inc., has been selected to be one of the 2018 Georgia Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame inductees. Davis, who founded Davis Broadcasting in 1986, has spent 39 years in broadcasting, most of those in Georgia. He was nominated by former GAB chairman and 2013 hall…
GAB Day at the Capitol
ATLANTA, Ga– The Georgia Association of Broadcasters will hold the second annual, GAB Day at the Capitol on Wednesday, January 31st starting at 8 a.m. Building off our successful event in 2017, the GAB has arranged an even bigger and better event for this year. The day begins with a light breakfast at 8:00 AM…
E. Lanier Finch Scholarship Winners
Five students have been selected as recipients of the E. Lanier Finch Scholarship, presented by the Georgia Association of Broadcasters: Sommer Stockton (Brenau University) Cheyenne Brown (The University of Georgia) Stanley Miller (The University of Georgia) Donovan Harris (The University of Georgia) Charlotte Norsworthy (The University of Georgia) Register here for the scholarship luncheon The scholarship provides financial assistance to deserving students who will carry on the tradition of excellence in Georgia’s broadcasting industry. The purpose of the scholarship is: To encourage a higher standard of professionalism in the broadcasting industry.…
Schedule for Jan. 25 Winter Institute
The schedule for the Winter Institute, which will take place on Thurs., Jan. 25, 2018: Breakfast with Counsel: 8-10 a.m. Extended session for broadcasters with Gary Schonman: 10:15-11:30 a.m. Georgia Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame reception, luncheon: 11:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m. Speed networking event for students, broadcasters: 2:30-4:30 p.m. Meet and greet for students, Caroline…
Registration now open for 2018 GAB Hall of Fame Inductions, Di Gamma Kappa dinner
Please join us as we honor the 2018 GAB Hall of Fame inductees on Thursday, Jan. 25 at 11:30 a.m. in the Richard B. Russell Special Collections Library on the University of Georgia campus. Those wishing to attend the Di Gamma Kappa dinner with Caroline Beasley may also register now To register, please click the…
Davis, Jones, McVay, Sutton newest inductees into GAB Hall of Fame
The 2018 Georgia Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame inductees showcase the best in broadcasting across the state of Georgia with honorees from large and smaller markets in radio and television. Headlining the group to be installed on Jan. 25, 2018, are Greg Davis, Mary Jones, Tim McVay and Art Sutton. “This year’s completion was…
Veteran Atlanta Anchor Amanda Davis Passes Away After Suffering a Stroke
(Courtesy Fox5Atlanta.com) ATLANTA – She was a staple of television news in Atlanta for decades. Amanda Davis, whose career in Atlanta alone spanned more than 30 years, died Wednesday night after reportedly suffering a stroke. Her sudden death has left many in shock as her friends, colleagues and fans come together to remember the impact she had…
FCC’s Gary Schonman to Update Election-Year Issues at Winter Institute
An opportunity to get updated on legal issues facing broadcasters in 2018 will kick off the Winter Institute at the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication when four experts gather on the panel at “Breakfast with counsel.” With four state-wide offices not returning incumbents in 2018 along with hotly contested primaries anticipated, strong political…
Monica Pearson to Emcee 2018 GAB Hall of Fame Luncheon
Monica Pearson, the host of a weekly self-titled radio show on KISS 104.1 FM, will be the emcee of the Georgia Association of Broadcasters 2018 Hall of Fame Luncheon. The luncheon is a part of our annual awards ceremony at the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication. After 37 years as a news anchor…
WSB Radio’s Jon Lewis Passes Away
(Courtesy RadioTVtalk.blog.myajc.com) Jon Lewis, a 56-year-old reporter for News 95.5 and AM 750 WSB for the past 20 years, passed away Thursday related to complications following a brain hemorrhage over the summer. Lewis, a native New Yorker, has been off the air for the past three months. WSB’s Donna Hall, market manager for Cox Media…
FCC Launches Review of 2017 Hurricane Response
(Courtesy Insideradio.com) For the first time in several years the Atlantic hurricane season tested broadcasters’ abilities to respond to natural disasters. Now the Federal Communications Commissions is taking stock of how it responded to the 2017 season, during which four storms made landfall in the U.S. and its territories. The Public Safety and Homeland Security…
Caroline Beasley to be Keynote Speaker at Di Gamma Kappa Scholarship Banquet
ATLANTA, GA– Caroline Beasley, the chief executive officer of Beasley Broadcast Group, will be the keynote speaker at the DiGamma Kappa scholarship banquet on Jan. 25, 2018. DiGamma Kappa is the official Broadcasting Society if the University of Georgia. Every year the society presents the DiGamma Kappa Distinguished Achievement Award in Broadcasting and Cable…
FCC Votes to Review 39% Broadcast Cap
(Courtesy Broadcastingcable.com) A politically, and philosophically, divided FCC voted Thursday (Dec. 14) to launch a review of the FCC’s national 39% broadcast audience reach cap. TV station group owners cannot own stations that reach more than 39% of the nation, with waivers in some circumstances. The FCC is looking at whether it can modify the…
FCC Votes to Repeal Net Neutrality
The FCC voted on Thursday to roll back the rules regarding net neutrality put in place in 2015 under President Obama. The vote split along party lines with the two Democratic members – Jessica Rosenworcel and Mignon Clyburn – voting no while the Republican members – Michael O’ Rielly and Brendan Carr along with Chairman…
Disney Buying 21st Century Fox for $52 Billion
In a deal valued at more than $52 billion, Disney is buying a large portion of 21st Century Fox – including film and television studios, cable and international TV businesses. According to CBS News, “21st Century Fox will separate the Fox Broadcasting network and stations, Fox News Channel, Fox Business Network, FS1, FS2 and Big Ten…
Majority of House Representatives Back Local Radio Freedom Act
The Local Radio Freedom Act now has more than 50% support in the House of Representatives with 220 cosponsors after five additional reps signed on. The resolution opposes “any new performance fee, tax, royalty or other charge” on local broadcast stations. Signed on from Georgia are: Rick Allen Sanford Bishop Earl “Buddy” Carter Tom Graves…
Global Music Rights litigation update
Global Music Rights (GMR) is a relatively new group representing songwriters in licensing their copyrighted music, much like ASCAP, BMI and SESAC. GMR has signed agreements to represent numerous artists including Bruce Springsteen, Bruno Mars, Pharrell Williams, some of the Beatles, Eddie Vedder, and Drake. Most radio formats are therefore impacted by GMR’s widespread representation…
FCC Announces Opportunity for AM Stations to Apply for FM Translators
ATLANTA, GA —The FCC recently announced an opportunity for AM stations to apply for new FM translators. The filing window will be open from Jan. 25 through Jan. 31, 2018. This opportunity will be open to any AM station that did not participate in either of the 2016 FM translator modification windows or the summer 2017 auction…
Congressman David Scott Pays Tribute to WSB-TV’s Tim McVay
ATLANTA, GA– On Wednesday, December 6th, Congressman David Scott paid tribute to WSB-TV’s Tim McVay from the U.S. House of Representatives floor. McVay announced his retirement in October after serving 39 years in the broadcasting industry. He was most recently vice president and general manager of WSB. McVay spent his entire career with Cox Media,…
GAB Welcomes New Chairman of the Board
ATLANTA, Ga– In the Monday, December 4th board meeting, GAB welcomed Dennis Jones as the new Chairman for the upcoming year. The Georgia Association of Broadcasters would like to thank Jeff Dudley for his past year of service as Chairman of the Board. Jones is heading into his tenure with the mission statement, “We are storytellers……
Sponsorship Information for Career Day
UGA JOURNALISM AND MASS COMMUNICATION CAREER DAY 2018 Thursday, Feb. 8, 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. University of Georgia, Athens Campus What is the UGA Journalism and Mass Communication Career Day? Career Day connects companies and organizations with students seeking internships and jobs in digital, print and broadcast journalism, creative mass media, film, production,…
Career Day
Career Fair Description This event is presented in partnership with the Georgia Association of Broadcasters and Grady College. This day-long event connects companies and organizations with students seeking careers in digital, print and broadcast journalism, creative mass media, media sales, advertising and public relations. Students who attend are typically seeking internships and full-time positions. Employers…
2018 Hall of Fame
GAB Now Accepting Broadcasting Hall of Fame Nominations For 2018 Nominations deadline is December 15th ATLANTA – The Georgia Association of Broadcasters (GAB) is accepting nominations for the 2018 GAB Hall of Fame induction class. The nomination process is open to any and all Georgia Broadcasters, active and retired. Consideration for this honor is…
Congressman David Scott’s 13th Annual Congressional District Health Fair (August 19th, 2017)
GAB President Robert Houghton joins Congressman David Scott and his District Director Chandra Harris during their 13th Annual Congressional District Health Fair at Mundy’s Mill High school in Jonesboro, GA. GAB is proud to stand with Rep. Scott as they help provide vital health screenings and information at no cost to the community from some…
Special Thank You Letter From Your GAB President
Special Letter of Thanks from Your GAB President THANKS FOR ATTENDING GABCON 2017 It was a great time to be a Broadcaster in Georgia. As promised GABCON provided fun, entertainment, excellent food, education and recognition for our members and partners outstanding achievements. We hope those that attended had a great time. Please share your…
2017 GABBY and Merit Award Winners!
Congratulations to ALL of our winners at this year’s GABBY Awards! Division A Radio Winners Best Station Produced Commercial, PSA, or Promotional Spot: WCLK-FM Register to Vote PSA (Merit) Best Station Produced Commercial, PSA, or Promotional Spot: WDAK-AM Dragon Con 2016 Contest Promo (Merit) Best Station Produced Commercial, PSA, or Promotional Spot: WVEE-FM The…
Digital Justo for Sodales Sed Consequat
The digital transformation of public procurement will bring huge changes to the sector, but it also offers increased competitiveness of our economies.
DISCOUNT AVAILABLE FOR NAB SMALL MARKET TELEVISION EXCHANGE
NAB Small Market Television Exchange Set for October 8-10 in Austin, TX The NAB Small Market Television Exchange (SMTE) is the industry’s only national conference designed exclusively for small market groups and stations in DMAs 75+. SMTE presents innovative leadership and sales management strategies, success stories that reflect fresh thinking to help you grow your…
FCC Channel-Sharing Webinar Rescheduled for August 13
By a Public Notice released this afternoon (DA-15-838A1.pdf), the FCC rescheduled the webinar on Incentive Auction-related channel sharing from July 22. The new date and time is Thursday August 13, 2015 from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm EST. On June 12, 2015, the Commission released the First Order on Reconsideration1 modifying the rules for the reverse auction channel sharing…