It’s that time of the year! Please consider honoring a colleague or mentor who has made important contributions to the Virginia broadcast industry by nominating them for the prestigious Robert Gallimore Distinguished Service Award.
The award, given annually by the Virginias Associated Press Broadcasters since 1982, is named after the AP Chief of Bureau who served in Richmond between 1967 and 1985. It honors a Virginia broadcaster for outstanding service in the public interest; a broadcaster – active or retired – who exemplifies a commitment to journalism and reflects honorably on the news profession. The person may be involved in station ownership, management or the actual gathering and/or broadcasting of news.
Please send nominations by Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026, to David Foky, Gallimore Award Chair, at dfoky@nbc29.com, with a letter detailing your nominee's background and accomplishments, and why he/she should win the award.
The award is contingent upon the recipient being able to attend the VAPB Awards Luncheon as our guest. This year’s event begins at 12 p.m. Saturday, Mar. 28, 2026, at the Hotel Madison in Harrisonburg, Va. A family member or colleague may accept the award on the recipient’s behalf if the award is given posthumously. If the winner cannot commit to coming, his/her nomination will be considered for next year’s Award.
Thank you!
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