North Dakota Radio Host Honored for Traffic Safety Reporting

Scott Hennen of AM 1100 The Flag to Receive Vision Zero Traffic Safety Media Award

Mar. 13, 2026 at 7:49pm

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Scott Hennen, a radio host at AM 1100 The Flag in Bismarck, North Dakota, will be awarded the Vision Zero Traffic Safety Media Award by the North Dakota Vision Zero program. Hennen was nominated for the award by the North Dakota Highway Patrol Southeast Region Commander, Captain Bryan Niewind, for his ongoing support and reporting on traffic safety issues, particularly the state's primary seat belt law.

Why it matters

Traffic safety is a critical issue, and media coverage that raises awareness and promotes life-saving measures like seat belt usage is invaluable. Hennen's recognition highlights the important role the media can play in advocating for policies and behaviors that improve road safety in the community.

The details

Hennen will receive the Vision Zero Traffic Safety Media Award later this spring. Captain Niewind cited Hennen's support for the primary seat belt law passed by the North Dakota legislature in 2023, noting that Hennen has "doubled down on his support" for the law and discusses seat belt issues regularly on his program.

  • The primary seat belt law in North Dakota was passed by the state legislature in 2023.
  • Hennen will receive the Vision Zero Traffic Safety Media Award later this spring.

The players

Scott Hennen

A radio host at AM 1100 The Flag in Bismarck, North Dakota, who is being honored with the Vision Zero Traffic Safety Media Award for his reporting and advocacy on traffic safety issues.

Captain Bryan Niewind

The North Dakota Highway Patrol Southeast Region Commander who nominated Hennen for the Vision Zero Traffic Safety Media Award.

North Dakota Vision Zero

A traffic safety program in North Dakota that is presenting the Vision Zero Traffic Safety Media Award to Hennen.

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What they’re saying

“Mr. Hennen and AM 1100 The Flag have always shown support for the NDHP, ND Vision Zero, all law enforcement, and traffic safety related topics.”

— Captain Bryan Niewind, North Dakota Highway Patrol Southeast Region Commander

“I'm very honored to get that award. It's a labor of love. I love the idea of people arriving alive. Just make sure you get home, be safe.”

— Scott Hennen

What’s next

Hennen will receive the Vision Zero Traffic Safety Media Award from the North Dakota Vision Zero program later this spring.

The takeaway

This award recognizes the important role media outlets and journalists can play in promoting traffic safety and advocating for life-saving measures like seat belt usage. Hennen's ongoing support for North Dakota's primary seat belt law demonstrates how the media can positively influence public awareness and behavior when it comes to road safety.