LAS VEGAS -- WSTW-FM Wilmington, DE today was awarded the National Association of Broadcasters'
Crystal Radio Award. Since 1987, the NAB Crystal Radio Awards have recognized radio stations for
their outstanding year-round commitment to community service.
Ten winners were chosen among 50 finalists. Recipients were recognized at today's NAB Show Radio
Luncheon.
WSTW-FM provided this description of its accomplishments in 2010:
"WSTW is committed to serving the communities of Delaware and the surrounding tri-state region.
We are proud to be radio broadcasters and our entire staff works hard throughout the year
supporting a variety of efforts that help improve the lives of thousands of our neighbors.
During 2010, WSTW excelled at originating its own public service campaigns as well as creating
partnerships to bring attention and support to many causes. WSTW's busy year was highlighted by
a series of high-profile events that benefited local charities including March of Dimes,
Wilmington Flower Market, Willowdale Steeplechase, Kennett Square Mushroom Festival, Swim4kids
at A.I. DuPont Children's Hospital and the Basket Brigade. This is in addition to WSTW's
year-round partnership with Smart Drive, the safe driving program it helped originate that is
now in place at 110 high schools across Delaware Valley. In all, WSTW helped mobilize over 8,250
volunteers, raise $1.237 million and made cash contributions of $31,411 in 2010. WSTW's Smart
Drive program was honored with the NAB's Service to America Award in 2009. It also received the
NAB Marconi Radio Award for CHR Station of the Year in 2006 and was a Crystal Radio Award finalist
in 2010."
For more information on WSTW-FM's accomplishments, contact Michael Reath at
mreath@dbcmedia.com.
About the NAB Show
The NAB Show, held annually in Las Vegas, is the world's largest electronic media show covering
filmed entertainment and the development, management and delivery of content across all mediums.
With nearly 90,000 attendees from 151 countries and more than 1,500 exhibitors, the NAB Show is
the ultimate marketplace for digital media and entertainment. From creation to consumption,
across multiple platforms and countless nationalities, the NAB Show is home to the solutions that
transcend traditional broadcasting and embrace content delivery to new screens in new ways.
Complete details are available at www.nabshow.com.
About NAB
The National Association of Broadcasters is the premier advocacy association for America's
broadcasters. NAB advances radio and television interests in legislative, regulatory and public
affairs. Through advocacy, education and innovation, NAB enables broadcasters to best serve their
communities, strengthen their businesses and seize new opportunities in the digital age. Learn
more at www.nabshow.com.
