Bernie Schroeder

Bernard "Bernie" Schroeder began his radio broadcasting career with WMTE 1340-AM in Manistee, Michigan in 1959. He was a 1958 graduate of Michigan State University’s broadcasting program. Bernie held many on-air positions over the years at WMTE and sister station WMTE-FM 97.7, Manistee. He became News Director in 1965 and held that position for many years. December 18, 1999 was declared "Bernie Schroeder Day" in Manistee in recognition of 40 years of service at radio station WMTE. In May 2004 he was nominated to the Michigan Broadcasting Hall of Fame. As of August 2006 Bernie continues as morning host and news director at WMTE.