Greenville SC Radio: Audacy Earns Record 11 STAR Award Wins

Audacy Greenville has been honored by the South Carolina Broadcasters Association (SCBA) with a record 11 2023 State Television and Radio (STAR) Awards, including Magic 106.3 earning Radio Station of the Year. Audacy Greenville also captured eight Awards of Merit, for a record total of 19 wins.

“I am thrilled that the Audacy South Carolina staff and brands were recognized with a record number of STAR awards, including WSPA-FM’s Radio Station of the Year Award,” said Steve Sinicropi, Senior Vice President and Market Manager, Audacy South Carolina. “The high number of awards won by our live, local talent speaks to the quality of our team, the engagement with our audiences and the incredible content our team delivers over the air and on Audacy streams and podcasts. I am proud of our team’s work and grateful to have so many talented people to serve our listeners and advertisers.”

“These remarkable achievements are a testament to the hard work, dedication, and exceptional talent of our local hosts and influencers at Audacy South Carolina,” said Dave Jackson, Brand Manager, Audacy South Carolina. “Their unwavering commitment to delivering outstanding content and engaging experiences continues to foster meaningful connections with our audiences. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all those who have supported us, and we look forward to continuing our mission of delivering top-notch entertainment to our audiences.”

The full list of Audacy STAR Awards winners includes:

• Station of the Year..Magic 106.3 (WSPA-FM)
• Radio Show of the Year..“The Hawk and Tom Show” B93.7 (WFBC-FM)
• Radio Morning Show Broadcast Personality or Team..“The Hawk and Tom Show” B93.7 (WFBC-FM)
• Personality of the Year..Sheri Taylor Magic 106.3 (WSPA-FM)
• Best Music Show..Sheri Taylor Magic 106.3 (WSPA-FM)
• Best Sports Show/Sports Talk Show..“The Rob Brown Show” The Fan Upstate (WORD-AM/WYRD-AM)
• Best News Talk Show..Charlie James News/Talk 989 WORD (WYRD-FM)
• Best Public Affairs Show..“I’m Listening” News/Talk 989 WORD (WYRD-FM)
• Best Use of Digital Platform..Magic 98.9 (WSPA-FM)
• Production Promotion..NFL Draft The Fan Upstate (WORD-AM/WYRD-AM)
• Production Promotion..Audacy app “ZZ Skynard” Classic Rock 101.1 (WROQ-FM)

The STAR Awards, presented by the South Carolina Broadcasters Association (SCBA), recognize the exceptional accomplishments of the South Carolina Radio and TV stations and their broadcast professionals. Winners were honored at the SCBA STAR Awards event in Columbia, SC on August 12.

Winners were chosen by a panel of judges with the SCBA who review submissions in various categories of radio and television. SCBA serves as the voice for South Carolina Radio and Television stations by providing educational resources for members, communicating essential information for the public, and lobbying for legislation that supports broadcasters’ commitment to serving their communities.