UPDATE: KNWA’s Doug Warner and Dan Skoff have just clinched two prestigious Emmy awards at the 2025 Mid-America Emmy Awards held in St. Charles, Missouri this weekend. This remarkable achievement underscores KNWA’s commitment to excellence in journalism, with the station receiving 13 nominations across multiple categories.
Warner won in the “Religion – News” category for his impactful segment titled “The Good Stuff: Lifting Up Greenwood.” The piece tells the inspiring story of Kaylee, a cross-country runner from Batesville, who made the selfless choice to stop and help a fellow runner from Greenwood who had collapsed just before the finish line. Warner poignantly remarked,
“In her heart, she knew Jesus would never just run past someone like that. So, she wasn’t about to do the same, even if it cost her valuable time in her last high school race.”
Meanwhile, Skoff earned the award for best weathercast with his gripping coverage of the Rogers Tornado that was caught on camera on November 4, 2024. In a heartfelt Facebook post, Skoff expressed his gratitude, stating he was “humbled and deeply honored” to receive this recognition for his work.
The recognition from peers in the industry reflects KNWA’s dedication to high journalistic standards and newsgathering excellence. Warner emphasized the significance of their achievements, stating, “Win or lose, a news team with 13 Emmy nominations is an indication that KNWA has really stepped up its newsgathering.”
This year marks the 49th Emmy Awards, showcasing the best in regional broadcasting. With two wins and 13 nominations, KNWA has emerged as a leader in the field, setting a benchmark for quality journalism in the region.
As excitement builds around this achievement, viewers can watch segments from the award-winning stories to better appreciate the impactful reporting that has garnered such acclaim. The full list of nominees and winners from the Mid-America Emmy Awards is available online, drawing attention to the importance of storytelling in media today.
Stay tuned for more updates as KNWA continues to lead the way in journalism excellence!
