Local Broadcast Legends

Local Broadcast Legends Award

Program Overview: Recognition for individuals who exemplify localism and the commitment broadcasters have made to serve their local communities. Legends are recognized for the influence and impact at their stations and in service to their community.

Evaluation Criteria:

• Influence and impact at station(s)
• Impact on the community or communities served

Eligibility Requirements:

• Minimum of 20 years of service at one specific Wisconsin station, OR
• Minimum of 20 years in one specific Wisconsin community or market
• Must be a current or former broadcaster
• Note: The WBA Hall of Fame Committee makes final determination each year on eligibility and selection

Geographic Scope: Wisconsin

Who Can Nominate:

• General public (any person can make nominations)
• All nominations must be supported by the manager of the station or group where nominee is/was employed

Timeline:

• Nomination Period Opens: November 1
• Nomination Deadline: January 15
• Honorees Informed By: March 1

Contact Information:

• Funder: Wisconsin Broadcasters Association
• Address: 44 E Mifflin Street, Suite 900, Madison, WI 53703
• Phone: (608) 255-2600 or Toll Free: (800) 236-1922
• Website: wi-broadcasters.org

Background: Award honoring long-serving Wisconsin broadcasters who have made significant contributions to their stations and communities.

Application Process

Submission Method: Online nomination form at wi-broadcasters.org/awards/local-broadcast-legends/

Required Information

About the Nominee:

• Full name
• Title/Position/Status
• Business address (complete)
• Business phone
• Home address (complete)
• Email address
• Age
• Years of service at station
• Current employment status
• Is nomination posthumous? (Yes/No)
• If posthumous: Name and contact info of nearest living family member

About the Nominator:

• Your name
• Your title/position
• Your phone number
• Your email address

About the Supporting Station Manager:

• Station representative name (supporting the nomination)
• Station representative position
• Station representative phone
• Station representative email
• Station address (if different from nominee's business address)

Written Content Required

1. One-Sentence Description (may be used on plaque)
   • Single sentence describing the individual
2. Narrative Statement (limit 750 words)
   • Why the nominee deserves the award
   • Examples of nominee's support of local community needs and interests
   • Examples of support for colleagues and station
3. Supporting Materials (optional, 5-page limit)
   • Letters or supporting information in PDF format
   • Additional documentation to support nomination

Submission Requirements

• All nominations must be submitted through online form
• Station manager support is mandatory (not optional)
• Complete all required fields
• Narrative limit: 750 words maximum
• Supporting documents: 5-page maximum if included