RadioAlabama family earns multiple honors at 2026 ABBY Awards

Stations recognized for excellence in broadcasting, storytelling, and community impact across East Central Alabama.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 7:41pm

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RadioAlabama, a multimedia entertainment and digital marketing company serving East and Central Alabama, has announced multiple award-winning recognitions at this year's Alabama Broadcasters Association ABBY Awards. The company's radio stations and programs were honored for their work in sports coverage, public affairs programming, breaking news reporting, community initiatives, and more.

Why it matters

These awards highlight RadioAlabama's commitment to delivering meaningful, local-first content that informs, entertains, and connects listeners across multiple platforms. The recognitions reflect the company's focus on serving its communities through impactful journalism, community engagement, and innovative programming.

The details

Among the honors, Christian Griffin of Wings 94.3 (WAUE-FM) was recognized as Small Market Sportscaster, while The Mark White Show on KiX 96.3 (WFXO-AM/FM) earned top honors as Best Small Market Public Affairs program. MIX 106.5 (WSGN-HD2) was awarded for its Best Service Project with the impactful Stuff the Studio Food & Toy Drive. In news and talk programming, NewsTalk WANI (WANI-AM/FM) received two awards, including Best Small Market Radio Talk Show for Auburn/Opelika This Morning and Radio and Small Market Breaking News Radio for its coverage of the City of Opelika Municipal Election. Additionally, Wings 94.3 (WGZZ-FM) earned a Judges Award of Merit Award for Small Market Commercial for its work with the Lee-Russell Council of Governments on the 'Read Anything' campaign.

  • The 20th annual ABBY Awards were held at The Club in Birmingham on Saturday, April 11, 2026.

The players

RadioAlabama

A multimedia entertainment and digital marketing company serving East and Central Alabama through a dynamic portfolio of radio stations, digital platforms, and community-focused initiatives.

Christian Griffin

A radio personality at Wings 94.3 (WAUE-FM) who was recognized as Small Market Sportscaster.

The Mark White Show

A program on KiX 96.3 (WFXO-AM/FM) that earned top honors as Best Small Market Public Affairs program.

MIX 106.5 (WSGN-HD2)

A radio station that was awarded for its Best Service Project with the impactful Stuff the Studio Food & Toy Drive.

NewsTalk WANI (WANI-AM/FM)

A radio station that received two awards, including Best Small Market Radio Talk Show for Auburn/Opelika This Morning and Radio and Small Market Breaking News Radio for its coverage of the City of Opelika Municipal Election.

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What they’re saying

“This is something our entire team should be incredibly proud of. These awards represent the heart of what we do every day serving our communities, telling real stories, and making a difference where we live. I'm grateful for the passion and commitment our team brings to the table, and it's exciting to see that work recognized at this level.”

— Lee Perryman, Owner and CEO, RadioAlabama

The takeaway

RadioAlabama's multiple award wins at the 2026 ABBY Awards showcase the company's dedication to delivering high-quality, community-focused content across its radio stations and digital platforms. The recognitions in sports, public affairs, breaking news, and community service reinforce RadioAlabama's mission of 'Reaching people. Making a difference' and its commitment to serving its audiences with excellence.