The Nebraska Rural Radio Association (NRRA) once again made a strong showing at the Nebraska Broadcasters Pinnacle Awards Ceremony, earning several awards across multiple categories, including four coveted Gold Awards, for excellence in local broadcasting. The annual event, held in August in La Vista, NE, brought together radio and television broadcasters from across the state to honor outstanding work.
“This year’s awards reflect the incredible talent and commitment our teams bring to their communities every single day,” said Nebraska Rural Radio Association Chief Executive Officer Tim Marshall. “From news to sports to agricultural coverage, our stations strive to be the gold standard in broadcasting, and it’s an honor to see that dedication recognized.”
In addition to the awards, KNEB-FM in Scottsbluff was named a finalist for Station of the Year, and Rural Radio–Scottsbluff Sales Representative Tricia Boltjes was a finalist for the Dick Chaplin Radio Account Executive of the Year award.
Gold Awards:
- Service to Children, KRVN, Elmwood-Murdock Launches Ag Ed Program – Alex Makovicka
- Best Commercial: KTIC, Countryside Shutters & Blinds: Nosey Neighbor – Nick Wieman
- Service to Ag: KRVN, Nebraska Women in Ag: Raised in Crisis – Alex Makovicka
- Sports Play by Play: KRVN, Lopers Football Comeback vs. Mules – Jayson Jorgensen
Silver Awards:
- Best Commercial: KTIC, Fremont Builders Supply – Nick Wieman
- Service to Ag: KRVN, Looming TikTok Ban Impacts Ag Influencers – Alex Makovicka
- In Depth/Investigative Story: KRVN, Loomis Woman Reflects on 1975 Omaha Tornado – Alex Makovicka
Bronze Awards:
- Best Spot Weather: KNEB, Severe Weather – June 20, 2024 – Bill Boyer
- Multimedia Journalism: KRVN, Building Nebraska: Crusty’s Feed Store – Rebel Sjeklocha
- Best Sports Play by Play: KTIC, North Bend Central at Malcolm Volleyball – Joel Janacek
- Best Spot News Reporting: KBEAR, Round Valley Road Fire – Andrew Lacey
- Best In-Depth Sports Story: Benne Reflects on College Basketball Career – Joel Janacek
