Georgia Association of Broadcasters

01/12/2026

ICYMI: On Thursday, January 22nd at noon, the GAB is offering a FREE Webinar! 🆓 Join us for "FCC Political Broadcasting Requirements", featuring David Oxenford and David O’Connor from Wilkinson Barker Knauer, LLP and get prepared for political ad compliance ahead of the 2026 primaries and general election. 🗳️

🗓 January 22 | 12 PM ET
📩 Email or DM us to register

🆓 FREE Webinar From The GAB 🆓

The 2026 Georgia election cycle is coming fast... is your station ready? Join the GAB for "FCC Political Broadcasting Requirements", featuring David Oxenford and David O’Connor from Wilkinson Barker Knauer, LLP and get prepared for political ad compliance ahead of the 2026 primaries and general election.

🗓 January 22 | 12 PM ET
📩 Email or DM us to register

01/08/2026

Registration is OPEN, and spots are limited for the 2026 GAB Hall of Fame Banquet! 🏆
🔗 🎟️ https://gab.regfox.com/2026-gab-hall-of-fame-banquet

Join us Friday, March 27th at the Emory Conference Center in Atlanta for one of the most meaningful nights in Georgia broadcasting. This signature event honors the broadcasters whose leadership, service, and storytelling have shaped our industry, while also celebrating the next generation through the presentation of the E. Lanier Finch Scholarships. ❤️

This event fills quickly each year, so secure your seat now and be part of an unforgettable evening celebrating the past, present, and future of Georgia broadcasting. 🎉

01/07/2026

🆓 FREE Webinar From The GAB 🆓

The 2026 Georgia election cycle is coming fast... is your station ready? Join the GAB for "FCC Political Broadcasting Requirements", featuring David Oxenford and David O’Connor from Wilkinson Barker Knauer, LLP and get prepared for political ad compliance ahead of the 2026 primaries and general election.

🗓 January 22 | 12 PM ET
📩 Email or DM us to register

01/05/2026

🚨The 2026 GABBY Awards are now OPEN for submissions! 🚨Celebrate excellence in Georgia broadcasting by entering your best work now through Monday, March 30th. Submit your entries today 🔗 https://gab.awardify.io/
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12/30/2025

✨ The GABBY Awards are back, and there’s a lot that’s new for 2026! ✨

From expanded radio market definitions and updated general categories to new student-awards and streamlined entry processes, this year’s GABBY Awards reflect the evolving excellence of Georgia broadcasting!

📅 Entries open January 1, 2026 at gab.org

Now’s the time to start planning your entries, we can’t wait to celebrate your work. 👏

12/24/2025

🚨 FREE Webinar for GAB Members 🚨 With the 2026 Georgia election cycle approaching, now is the time to make sure your station is prepared for political advertising compliance.

Join GAB for FCC Political Broadcasting Requirements – Preparing for the 2026 Georgia Primaries and General Election, featuring David Oxenford and David O’Connor of Wilkinson Barker Knauer LLP.

🗳 Major races include U.S. Senate, Governor, U.S. House, and state & local offices
🗓 January 22 at 12:00 PM ET

📩 To register: Email us or send us a DM on social!

12/19/2025

You don't want to miss the GAB's Hall of Fame Banquet on March 27th!✨Join us as we honor this year's inductees:

Ed Hula Jr. – Retired
Dawn Baker – WTOC, Savannah
Desiree ‘Dee’ Armstrong – WTVM, Columbus
Karla Heath-Sands – WALB, Albany

Register here: 🔗 https://gab.regfox.com/2026-gab-hall-of-fame-banquet

12/18/2025

Last week, the GAB attended the Terry College of Business Georgia Economic Outlook Series luncheon in Atlanta, and we’re proud to once again sponsor this important event. 🎟️

The Georgia Economic Outlook is the state’s premier forum for trusted economic forecasting and forward-looking strategy, bringing together business and community leaders from across Georgia!

Georgia broadcasters are invited to attend one of the upcoming 2026 Georgia Economic Outlook stop, or help promote the event statewide. To register or request the media kit, email us for more information. 📧

12/12/2025

Registration is now open for the 2026 Georgia Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame Banquet! 🎙✨

📅 Date: Friday, March 27th
📍 Location: Emory Conference Center Hotel
🔗 Register now: gab.regfox.com/2026-gab-hall-of-fame-banquet

Join us as we honor the leaders, innovators, and storytellers who have made an enduring impact on Georgia broadcasting. This signature event celebrates excellence across our industry and recognizes the individuals whose contributions continue to shape our state’s media landscape.

We look forward to celebrating with you! 🎉

12/11/2025

📡 Calling all Georgia broadcasters! Don’t miss your chance to connect with future talent at the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication, University of Georgia Career Day. The GAB is proud to sponsor this event again, and your station can earn EEO credit by participating. 🤝

Details + registration: 🔗 https://career.uga.edu/hireuga/grady_college_of_journalism_and_mass_communication_career_day

12/08/2025

Join us for the final FREE RAB webinar of the year! 🎉 "Radio's Big Data Moment"
🗓 December 12th at 1 p.m. Eastern
📩 Send us. DM or contact our office to get registered!

12/08/2025

The FCC has extended the Compliance Deadline for Foreign Government-Sponsored Content again. The new deadline for compliance has been extended to June 7, 2026. 🗓 Click below to read more! 🔗

With a December 8 deadline to come into compliance with the FCC's new sponsorship identification requirements for airing content connected to a foreign government, broadcasters have been racing ...