[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 50 (Tuesday, April 1, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E466]
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                    TRIBUTE TO NEWS TALK 970 WKHM-AM

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                          HON. TIMOTHY WALBERG

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, April 1, 2008

  Mr. WALBERG. Madam Speaker, it is my special privilege to recognize 
News Talk 970 WKHM-AM on receiving the 2007 Michigan Association of 
Broadcasters Station of the Year award. It is with great admiration and 
pride that I congratulate WKHM of Jackson on behalf of all of those who 
have benefited from the station's commitment to south-central Michigan 
and dedication to outstanding achievement in broadcasting.
  News Talk 970 WKHM proudly serves Jackson, Michigan, with faithful 
broadcasting of local, regional, and national news. Committed to 
exceptional community service, the station focuses specifically on the 
issues most important to the people of Jackson. Additionally, WKHM 
provides the most comprehensive weather coverage in the area and also 
broadcasts Detroit Red Wings and the University of Michigan Wolverines 
sporting events.
  Each year the Michigan Association of Broadcasters sponsors a 
competition to recognize outstanding achievement in broadcasting by 
Michigan radio and television stations. The contest was established to 
promote the utmost quality of reporting, community service, and 
production creativity. The winners are recipients of the highest 
honor--peer recognition.
  This year's award for Market 3 went to News Talk 970 WKHM-AM for its 
continued excellence in broadcasting. The station was the recipient of 
the same award in 2005. In addition to Station of the Year, WKHM won in 
nine other categories including Investigative News, Special Broadcast 
Personality, and Newscast.
  Madam Speaker, today I honor News Talk 970 WKHM for its continued 
service to the Jackson community. May others know of my high regard for 
this radio station's diligent reporting and enthusiastic service, as 
well as my best wishes for WKHM in the future.

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