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ABC 13-WSET Earns Three Virginia Association of Broadcasters Awards for Excellence

LYNCHBURG, Va. — ABC 13-WSET is proud to announce it has been recognized with three prestigious Virginia Association of Broadcasters (VAB) Awards, highlighting the station's commitment to outstanding journalism, community service, and viewer engagement across Central Virginia.

ABC 13-WSET received First Place honors in the following categories:

· Best Television Morning Show – Good Morning Virginia

· Best Station Promotion/Contest – Winter Weather Outlook featuring Chief Meteorologist George Flickinger

· Best in Investigative Reporting – Alexia Stanbridge's investigation into the Nelson County Department of Social Services

In addition to its first-place awards, WSET also earned Second Place awards for:

· Best Commercial

· Outstanding Sports Coverage

· Best Public Service/Community Event Promotion

· Best Human-Interest Series

These honors recognize the dedication and talent of the entire ABC 13-WSET team as they continue delivering impactful local journalism and meaningful content to viewers throughout Lynchburg, Danville, and the surrounding communities.

"We are incredibly proud of our team and the work they do every day to serve our viewers," said Scott Nichols, News Director at ABC 13-WSET. "From the energy and professionalism of our Good Morning Virginia team to Alexia's relentless pursuit of accountability journalism, these awards reflect our commitment to telling important stories, seeking the truth, and providing coverage our communities can count on."

Good Morning Virginia has won Best Morning Newscast six out of the last seven years, with this win marking four consecutive first place awards. The award for Best in Investigative Reporting recognized Alexia Stanbridge's in-depth reporting on the Nelson County Department of Social Services, exemplifying WSET's ongoing dedication to uncovering issues that matter and holding institutions accountable. The Best Station Promotion award

highlighted the station's commitment to preparing viewers for impactful weather events through George Flickinger's Winter Weather Outlook campaign.

"These awards are a testament to the passion, creativity, and excellence of our entire station," said George Kayes, General Manager of ABC 13-WSET. "Whether it's informing viewers during severe weather, producing engaging promotional campaigns, delivering impactful investigations, or showcasing the stories that make our communities special, our team consistently raises the bar. We are honored to be recognized by our peers across Virginia and grateful for the trust our viewers place in us every day." To watch Alexia’s story: https://wset.com/news/local/experts-claim-nelson-county-department-of-social-services-neglects-child-safety-concerns-abuse-neglect-communication-commonwealths-attorney-ombudsman-dss-august-2025 To watch the Best Station Promotion: https://youtu.be/NeUP2ox-zE0

For the latest news, weather, and sports coverage, visit WSET.com.

About ABC 13-WSET

ABC 13-WSET serves Central Virginia with local news, weather, sports, and community coverage. Through accountability journalism and a commitment to serving viewers across Lynchburg, Danville, and surrounding communities, WSET provides trusted coverage that informs, protects, and connects the region.