Allison McGinley, news director at WKMG-TV News 6, the Graham Media Group CBS affiliate in Orlando, Florida, has been honored with a prestigious Barney Oldfield Distinguished Service Award by the Radio Television Digital News Association.
The Barney Oldfield Distinguished Service Award was created in honor of RTDNA founder Barney Oldfeld, formerly known as RTDNF at the time it was founded. The Distinguished Service Award is awarded annually to an individual who, through their own efforts, has contributed to the growth and success of RTDNA.
“I’m thankful to RTDNA for this incredible honor,” said McGinley. “I continue to be deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve working journalists and aspiring journalists and to work in earnest to preserve the integrity and the freedom of the press.”
Since starting as an intern at the station in 1994 to becoming news director in 2015, McGinley has always focused on serving the community, from changing Florida’s state law on texting and driving to helping Floridians in need get back money with "Make Ends Meet" during the pandemic. Through Allison's leadership, News 6 has produced award-winning local news - including Regional Murrow Awards - while sharing stories that celebrate and highlight our diverse communities, local businesses, and those who innovate and generate solutions.
“Allison’s recognition on a national level is a reflection of the talent, effort and leadership she brings to her team at WKMG each day.” said Jeff Hoffman, VP & General Manager of WKMG. “Over the past 27 years at WKMG, Alison has managed not only to “make good” but to “do good.””