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Updated public media campaign launches to educate Arizona about hands free driving law

January 22, 2021 by Arizona Broadcasters Association Uncategorized Comments Off on Updated public media campaign launches to educate Arizona about hands free driving law

The law prohibits any kind of cellphone use while driving — including talking, texting, and scrolling social media — unless the device is in a hands-free mode.

Phoenix-area nurses to take over radio air waves, plead for safe behaviors and vaccinations

January 21, 2021 by Arizona Broadcasters Association Uncategorized Comments Off on Phoenix-area nurses to take over radio air waves, plead for safe behaviors and vaccinations

Nurses from hospitals across the Valley will have their voices and stories broadcast by Phoenix-based radio groups representing more than 50 stations.

ABA opens up registration for first LIVE EVENTS of 2021

January 12, 2021 by Arizona Broadcasters Association Uncategorized Leave a comment

The ABA prioritizes education about our fast-changing media world. As we head into a new year, we’ve posted registration information about four virtual live events.

First call in 2021: More free FEMA masks available to AZ broadcasters

January 12, 2021 by Arizona Broadcasters Association Uncategorized Comments Off on First call in 2021: More free FEMA masks available to AZ broadcasters

More FEMA-certified cotton masks are available for immediate distribution to any Arizona broadcast group that needs them.

2021 EAS schedule for Arizona broadcasters

January 12, 2021 by Arizona Broadcasters Association Uncategorized Comments Off on 2021 EAS schedule for Arizona broadcasters

The document is also posted in the “EAS” section on the ABA website.

COVID-19 vaccine access for Arizona local media

January 12, 2021 by Arizona Broadcasters Association Uncategorized Leave a comment

The Arizona vaccine distribution process is broken up into multiple phases, and most Arizona counties haven’t yet moved into the phase that includes essential workers like local media.

2021 Forgivable loans for Arizona radio and TV

January 12, 2021 by Arizona Broadcasters Association Uncategorized Comments Off on 2021 Forgivable loans for Arizona radio and TV

Arizona radio and TV stations eligible to receive new government financial support will finally be able to apply for access.

Arizona broadcasters, ASU join together in rare effort for youth suicide documentary on January 12

January 4, 2021 by Arizona Broadcasters Association Uncategorized Comments Off on Arizona broadcasters, ASU join together in rare effort for youth suicide documentary on January 12

Dozens of TV stations from all across Arizona will join together for a rare effort in January.

KEY UPDATES: Major financial help coming for Arizona broadcasters

December 29, 2020 by Arizona Broadcasters Association Uncategorized Comments Off on KEY UPDATES: Major financial help coming for Arizona broadcasters

We’re starting to get a more clear picture of how Arizona radio and TV stations will benefit from the new COVID relief law.

What’s the deal with marijuana advertising in Arizona after Prop 207 passage?

December 1, 2020 by Arizona Broadcasters Association Uncategorized Comments Off on What’s the deal with marijuana advertising in Arizona after Prop 207 passage?

Can Arizona broadcasters accept and air ads for both CBD and marijuana retailers while also maintaining compliance with FCC regulations?