KNIA/KRLS was once again recognized among the best radio stations in the state at the annual Iowa Broadcast News Association awards in Cedar Rapids.

KNIA/KRLS received recognition for overall excellence as a station, creative use of sound, breaking news, sports coverage, features, in-depth reporting, sports play-by-play, and weather coverage.

General Manager Jim Butler says the awards reflect the station’s overall commitment to local news and information for Marion County and the surrounding area.