For Immediate Release April 21, 2011 (Birmingham, Alabama)
WIAT – TV, CBS 42, is honored to be the recipient of two regional Edward R. Murrow Awards. These prestigious awards were given to WIAT in the categories of “Best Television Website: www.cbs42.com” and “Breaking News Coverage, Walker County Tornado.”
The Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) bestows the honor to deserving television stations which have exemplified the pursuit of excellence in journalism. In both categories, WIAT was hailed as the television station providing the best web and breaking news journalism over a four state area.
“For a newsroom to win a Murrow Award is quite the honor,” said Bill Payer, News Director of CBS 42. “To win two at the same time is a fantastic accomplishment and a testament to the dedication of every employee of WIAT.”
Bill Ballard, President and General Manager of CBS 42 said, “WIAT has provided quality journalism to residents of Central Alabama for many years and I am extremely pleased our staff is being recognized for their hard work. This year alone WIAT has won five Associated Press Awards, three Alabama Broadcasters Association Awards and now two Murrow Awards. We are honored and humbled to be recognized with these accolades.”
Contact: Alex Morrow
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