Broadcasters Association Honors Larry Cotnoir

The Nebraska Broadcasters Association presented the veteran broadcaster with its Career Achievement Award.

Updated on Oct. 25, 2026 in Awards

Broadcasters Association Honors Larry Cotnoir

The Nebraska Broadcasters Association recently honored Larry Cotnoir with its Career Achievement Award. The presentation took place during a University of Nebraska-Kearney football game.

Why it matters

The award recognizes station personnel for their significant long-term commitment to the broadcasting industry across Nebraska. Nominees are required to have worked in the state industry for a minimum of 25 years.

The Career Achievement Award requires recipients to have a minimum of 25 years of service in Nebraska broadcasting. Larry Cotnoir has maintained a broadcasting career that includes roles at stations in Broken Bow, Holdrege, McCook, and Cozad.

The players

Larry Cotnoir

A veteran broadcaster recognized for his long-term service in Nebraska who currently serves as a color commentator for university football.

Nebraska Broadcasters Association

The trade organization that serves as the professional association for radio and television stations throughout the state of Nebraska.

Jim Timm

A representative of the Nebraska Broadcasters Association who presented the award to the recipient.

Jeremy Shipe

A presenter who assisted in honoring the veteran broadcaster during the halftime ceremony.

The details

Larry Cotnoir, who currently provides color commentary for University of Nebraska-Kearney home games on KRVN, received the honor from Jim Timm and Jeremy Shipe. His long career includes a return to the KCNI/KBBN station in 2005 followed by part-time work beginning in 2007.

Larry Cotnoir returned to KCNI/KBBN in 2005.
Larry Cotnoir began part-time work at KCNI/KBBN in 2007.
The award was presented at a University of Nebraska-Kearney football game on October 24, 2026.

Culture Shift

Professional recognition in regional broadcasting often emphasizes career longevity, aligning with the Nebraska Broadcasters Association Career Achievement Award criteria. This trend highlights a shift toward valuing long-term commitment in local media markets over rapid career advancement.

This award highlights the career of a prominent local voice who listeners in Kearney and beyond have followed for years. Residents can continue to hear Cotnoir provide color commentary on KRVN during future university home football games.

The takeaway

Recognizing long-term contributors in local broadcasting helps maintain the historical and cultural connection between radio stations and their communities. Longevity in the media industry remains a standard for professional excellence in state-level honors.