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The Connecticut Broadcasters Association (CBA) honored its 2024 Hall of Fame inductees and acknowledged exemplary achievements in broadcasting during a ceremony at the Aqua Turf Club in Plantsville on October 15.
The event celebrated the first-ever CBA Station Awards, known as “The CBAs,” establishing a new tradition that recognizes outstanding achievements in radio and television broadcasting throughout the state.
Industry professionals from Connecticut’s radio and television sectors convened for an event that celebrated outstanding broadcasters, personalities, and programming.
CBA President Mike Ryan hailed the evening as a success, highlighting the enthusiasm exhibited by both stations and attendees. “Our stations enjoyed themselves, the friendly competition, and the camaraderie with industry colleagues. And we added six deserving people to the CBA Hall of Fame. Everyone is already talking about next year.
2024 CBA Hall of Fame Inductees:
- John & Carol Babina: Pioneers of noncommercial radio, the Babinas founded WMNR Fine Arts Radio in Monroe, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2023. The couple has mentored numerous high school and college stations across the state.
- Dom Bordonaro: A highly regarded broadcast engineer for nearly four decades, Bordonaro contributed to major technical advancements at multiple stations, including Connoisseur Media.
- Mark Davis: Multi-Emmy Award-winning Chief Political Correspondent for News 8 and WTNH.com, Davis has been a cornerstone of Connecticut broadcasting for 37 years, known for his insightful reporting and popular radio call-in show, “Dial Mark Davis.”
- Scot Haney: Morning weather anchor and co-host of “Great Day Connecticut” on Channel 3/WFSB-TV, Haney has been a familiar face since joining the station in 1998. His community work and weather expertise have made him a beloved figure in the state.
- Dick Robinson: A broadcasting veteran of nearly 70 years, Robinson is best known for founding the Connecticut School of Broadcasting, which has trained thousands of broadcasters. He continues to host “Dick Robinson’s American Standards by the Sea” and remains active in philanthropy.
2024 CBA Station Awards (“The CBAs”):
- Best Engineer: Fred Santore, WKCI-FM
- Best News Reporter: Morgan Cunningham, WTIC-AM
- Best Talk Show: Melissa in the Morning, WICC-AM
- Best Air Personality: Danny Lyons, WEBE-FM
- Best College Radio Organization: ICE Radio, CT State Community College Manchester
- Best Community Initiative: Chaz & AJ Toy Drive, WPLR-FM
- Best Morning Show: Brian & Company, WTIC-AM
- Best Promotion: $5,000 Fugitive, WWRX-FM
- Station of the Year: WEBE-FM
The event highlighted Connecticut broadcasters’ essential contribution to keeping the public informed and entertained while also celebrating the talent and dedication that drives the state’s radio and television content.
