K105 Digital Production Team Wins State Broadcast Award
The Kentucky Broadcaster Association recognized the team for the third consecutive year.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Awards
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The K105 Digital Production team has secured the Kentucky Broadcaster Association Excellence in Broadcasting Award for streaming video. This achievement marks the third straight year the team has received the honor for its local programming.
Why it matters
The recognition highlights the ongoing success of the team in capturing local high school events such as sports and graduation ceremonies. It validates the impact of specialized digital content production in serving the Kentucky community.
The production team earned the award for their streaming video work covering school-related programming. They utilized a crew of young broadcast professionals to manage technical operations for these events.
The players
Sam Gormley
He serves as the Digital Director for the K105 production team and has been with the organization since 2018.
Mark Buckles
He is the Founder and President of Heritage Media of Kentucky.
Kentucky Broadcaster Association
This professional organization supports and recognizes excellence in radio and television broadcasting across the state of Kentucky.
The details
The team produces streaming content for Grayson County High School sporting events, proms, and graduations. This production effort relies on a crew of young broadcasting professionals operating under the guidance of the station's digital department.
Timeline
July 2018: Sam Gormley joined the K105 team.
October 25, 2026: The team received the award at a ceremony held at the Galt House.
Culture Shift
This win reflects the broader trend of local media outlets investing heavily in professional-grade streaming for community events. It mirrors a societal shift where audiences increasingly rely on digital broadcasts to engage with local high school milestones.
Residents in the area can expect continued access to high-quality streaming coverage of local school sports and ceremonies. This consistency ensures reliable digital options for families who cannot attend events in person.
The takeaway
Consistent production quality is essential for local outlets aiming to maintain long-term engagement with their community. Focusing on reliable technical standards can help school-affiliated media reach broader audiences.
Further reading
For more on industry honors, visit Kentucky Awards.
Source note: This article includes information reported by K105.
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