JACKSON, Miss. – Mississippi Public Broadcasting (MPB) is proud to announce that MPB News and MPB Think Radio have received multiple top honors at the Mississippi Association of Broadcasters (MAB) awards ceremony held on March 22, 2025. MPB staff earned 12 awards in 10 categories, recognizing their excellence in journalism, storytelling, and public broadcasting.
Among the accolades presented to MPB were:
• Documentary or Series of Stories (Radio) – First Place
• Public Affairs Program (Radio) – First & Second Place
• Continuing Coverage (Radio) – First Place
• Commercial Announcement (Radio) – First Place
• Achievement (Radio) – Second Place
• Radio Talk Show – Second & Third Place
• Feature Story (Radio) – Third Place
• Anchor/Reporter (Radio – Third Place
• Newscast (Radio) – Third Place
• Radio Personality of the Year – Third Place
These awards highlight MPB’s commitment to delivering in-depth news coverage, engaging public affairs programming, and high-quality storytelling that informs and connects Mississippians.
“These awards are a testament to the hard work and dedication of MPB’s greatest asset – our staff,” said Royal Aills, MPB Executive Director. “Our mission is to educate, inform, and inspire Mississippi, and these honors affirm that we are making a meaningful impact. I am incredibly proud of our team and their unwavering commitment to telling Mississippi’s stories.”
As a statewide public media network, MPB operates eight television channels and eight radio stations, reaching audiences across Mississippi with high-quality educational programming, trusted news coverage, and thought-provoking discussions. MPB News delivers award-winning local, regional, and national reporting, while MPB Think Radio provides in-depth conversations on topics ranging from current events to arts, culture, and public affairs.
MPB remains dedicated to serving Mississippians through impactful journalism and innovative programming that amplifies a variety of voices and fosters informed communities.
For more information about MPB programming and coverage, visit MPBOnline.org, download the free MPB Public Media app or like and follow @MPBOnline on Facebook and X.
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Mississippi Public Broadcasting is a state agency located at 3825 Ridgewood Road, Jackson, Miss. MPB’s mission is to educate, inform and inspire Mississippians with quality programs and services. Through a statewide network, MPB also provides trusted infor mation during emergencies. MPB’s locally produced programming reflects Mississippi’s unique culture and diverse heritage. Since 1970, MPB has won over 350 national, regional and statewide awards, including Emmy®, Edward R. Murrow and Parents’ Choice® Award s. For more information on MPB visit mpbonline.org or call 601 - 432 - 6565.