(Rochester, NY) October 2, 2026 – WXXI has won four “Excellence in Broadcasting” awards and a ”Serving New York” award from the New York State Broadcasters Association (NYBSA). NYSBA awards recognize outstanding achievement among radio and TV stations in New York State.
WXXI News received “Excellence in Broadcasting” awards for the following stories:
- “Renowned musician Chuck Mangione dies at 84” by WXXI Classical Music Director Mona Seghatoleslami and Investigation & Enterprise Editor Brian Sharp (Spot news category)
- “Vertus High School’s new football coach aims to create successful men” by Health, Equity and Community Reporter Racquel Stephen (Feature news category)
- “Young skiers making a splash pursuing Winter Olympics dreams” by Investigation & Enterprise Editor Brian Sharp (Use of audio category)
- “Floating with Flotsam!/Reporter turned stowaway” by Director of Video Production Katie Epner and Education Reporter/Producer Noelle E. C. Evans (Best use of digital platforms category)
“Connections on the Road” garnered the “Serving New York Award,” which recognizes stations that demonstrate an exceptional commitment to public service and community welfare through on-air and off-air partnerships. “Connections on the Road,” an extension of WXXI’s midday talk show, “Connections with Evan Dawson,” takes conversations beyond the studio and into communities across Rochester and the Finger Lakes. By broadcasting from neighborhoods throughout the region, the series deepens public engagement, builds trust across communities, and reinforces WXXI’s role in fostering open dialogue on important issues.
The NYSBA Awards ceremony was held in Rochester, NY on Tuesday, September 29 at The Strathallan.
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