Kansas Association of Broadcasters Creates Customizable Trust Campaign for Kansas Stations
In an age of rapid information and rising concerns about misinformation, the Kansas Association of Broadcasters (KAB) proudly announces the launch of its statewide KAB Trust Campaign: “Rooted in Community, Committed to Truth.” This initiative highlights the critical role Kansas broadcasters play as trusted sources of news and information. “Broadcasting is built on trust, accountability, […]
KAB Announces 2024 Individual Award Winners
The KAB is thrilled to announce the recipients of this year’s Kansas Association of Broadcasters individual awards! These outstanding professionals have demonstrated exceptional talent, dedication, and passion in their fields. From excelling in broadcast sales to making a lasting impact in their communities and stations, and shining as rising stars, our winners truly represent the […]
KAB Announces 2024 Hall of Fame Inductees
The KAB is excited and proud to announce our Hall of Fame inductees, class of 2024! The Hall of Fame Award is the highest honor bestowed upon an individual by the Kansas Association of Broadcasters. Recipients of the KAB Hall of Fame Award are individuals who have attained positions of national prominence in the industry […]
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Kansas House Adopts Resolution Endorsing Federal AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act
On Wednesday, March 27, the Kansas House made a significant show of support for Kansas broadcasters and AM radio by passing House Concurrent Resolution 5026, with a 109-14 vote. The resolution endorses the Federal AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act. Allison Mazzei, president of the Kansas Association of Broadcasters said, “The passage of this […]
Armbruster Receives Hod Humiston Award
Dustin Armbruster is the 2024 Hod Humiston Award Recipient. Dustin has been employed at Eagle Radio in Hays since July of 2005. He currently is the operations manager, program director for KKQY, hosts “The Bull Morning Show” on 101.9 FM, provides play-by-play for Hays High School broadcasts and color commentary for Eagle’s broadcasts of Fort […]
Gertsner named KSHSAA Oscar Stauffer Sportscaster of the Year
Wade Gerstner is the 2024 Oscar Stauffer Sportscaster of the Year award recipient. Presented annually by the Kansas State High School Activities Association, The Oscar Stauffer Awards recognize excellence in the fields of sportscasting and sportswriting. Wade received his award during the high school state basketball tournament. Wade graduated from WaKeeney-Trego Community High School in 1994 and obtained a […]
Lowest Unit Rates Reminder for 2024
Courtesy of David Oxenford With 2024 being an election year, we should highlight the FCC’s rules on lowest unit rates. Political candidates get the lowest unit rate for advertising bought by their campaigns for the 45 days before any primary in which they are running, and for 60 days before the general election. Lowest unit […]
2024 State Legislative Update
The state legislature is off to a swift start and the KAB is monitoring it closely to protect and advocate for your interests. We are the only entity in Kansas dedicated to defending and advancing broadcast issues. So far, in 2024, our focus has centered on: 1. Political advertising, particularly advertisements containing the use of […]
Broadcasters highlight why they want to keep AM radio in vehicles
STATE AFFAIRS, BY BRYAN RICHARDSON DEC 16, 2023 Kansas broadcasters are advocating for Congress to pass a bill that would mandate automakers continue to put analog AM radio technology into new vehicles. Allison Mazzei, president and executive director for the Kansas Association of Broadcasters, said keeping AM radio in vehicles is one of the organization’s […]