TAB to Recognize Radio & TV Stations of the Year

posted on 5.19.2026

TAB instituted the Station of the Year Awards in 2024 to recognize a Member Radio and Television station for overall excellence.

All aspects of a station’s operation are considered – including news, public/community service, station promotions, local programming, recognition from industry/community groups, participation with TAB and special efforts in other areas.

The awards will be presented at TAB's Annual Awards Gala, Thursday, Aug. 6

The event will be hosted by Quita Culpepper, KVUE-TV Austin.

Tickets are now on sale!

Television Station of the Year

KXAN-TV Austin

KXAN stands apar with bold, in-depth investigative journalism, live breaking news coverage and a commitment that goes beyond reporting to serve Central Texas. 

From covering ICE protests at UT-Austin in real time to documenting the fallout, KXAN leads when it matters most.

Through initiatives like Friendsgiving, Clear the Shelters and Simple Health, the station drives real impact across the community.

Backed by creative marketing and award-winning production, the station delivers journalistm - and storytelling - that makes a difference.

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Radio Station of the Year

Cox Media Group San Antonio

CMG San Antonio delivers outcomes. They collaborate across five formats and audiences, and the cluster operates as a unified force, amplifying every initiative on scale.

Highlights include $7.7 million in donated airtime, 18,000 pounds of flood relief supplies delivered during the Hill Country disaster and three blood drives that earned the President's Award of Merit from the South Central Association of Blood Banks.

The stations in the CMG San Antonio group are united by a commitment to use the power of local Radio to drive awareness, inspire action and create meaningful connections - earning the trust of the San Antonio.

At the end of the day...they show up for their community. From blood drives to flood relief to backpack giveaways, their teams are present, on-air, online, and in person.

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Questions? Contact TAB’s Beth Bobbitt.

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