Awards recognize some of the greatest television work in the Southeast
The Regional Southeast Emmy® Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) recently announced nominations for the 2026 Southeast Regional Emmy® Awards, with South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) receiving a record-breaking 15 nominations — the highest number of nominations in the organization’s history.
Fifteen SCETV programs were nominated for these prestigious awards:
Books By The River – Jeffrey Lofton
Category: Interview/Discussion - Long Form Content
Caroline Sawyer, Holly Jackson
Coastal Kingdom – On Becoming A Naturalist
Category: Environment/Science - Long Form Content
Rob Lewis, Tony Mills, Holly Jackson
What’s Wild – Loggerhead Sea Turtle
Category: Environment/Science - Long Form Content
Charles Dymock, Desiree Cheeks, Colin McCawley
My Telehealth – A Miracle Baby's Fight For Life
Category: Health/Medical - Short Form Content
Joy Bonala, Colin McCawley
Healing With Grace
Category: Historical/Cultural - Long Form Content
Beryl Dakers, Darryl Huger, Leroy Green, Caletta Harris
Wild Wild South
Category: Lifestyle - Short Form Content
Hyatt Mamoun, Sound Off Films, South Carolina ETV
IMPACT South Carolina – Flood Stage
Category: Societal Concerns - Long Form Content
Betsy Newman, Lynn Cornfoot, Patrick Hayes
IMPACT South Carolina – Flood Stage
Category: Weather - Long Form Content
Betsy Newman, Lynn Cornfoot, Patrick Hayes
SC On Display: Emerging
Category: Content Shorts
Chris Olivas, Kai Williams, Jake Downs
Healing With Grace
Category: Promotion – Non-News - Program Promotion
Andre Bellamy
Turning Point
Category: Promotion – Non-News - Program Promotion
Andre Bellamy
Weathering the Flood: South Carolina 10 Years Later
Category: Promotion – Non-News - Program Promotion
Andre Bellamy
Desiree Cheeks
Narrator of What’s Wild
Category: Performer/Narrator
Tony Mills
Host of Coastal Kingdom
Category: Program Host/Moderator/Correspondent
Rob Lewis
Photographer for Coastal Kingdom
Category: Photographer - Long Form Content
The award winners will be announced by the Regional Southeast Emmy® Chapter of NATAS on May 16 at the 2026 Southeast Regional Emmy® Awards in Atlanta, GA.
NATAS sets the standards for excellence in the television broadcasting industry and holds the honor of presenting The Prime Time Emmy® Awards and the Daytime Emmy® Awards.
The Regional Southeast Emmy® Chapter is one of 19 chapters throughout the United States identifying and celebrating television excellence at the local and regional levels. The Southeast Chapter represents television professionals from all disciplines of the industry and from markets in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, South Carolina and North Carolina.
The full nomination list is available to view online.
QUOTES
“We are honored to receive a record-breaking 15 Southeast Emmy® nominations, the highest number in SCETV’s history. This milestone reflects the extraordinary dedication and creativity of our team and their commitment to producing content that informs, engages and connects communities across South Carolina. We are proud to see their work recognized at this level and alongside the best in our region.” –SCETV President and CEO Adrienne Fairwell
“These record-setting nominations speak to the strength and momentum of SCETV’s content across platforms and formats. From in-depth storytelling to short-form and promotional work, this recognition highlights the collaboration and talent behind each project. It is especially meaningful to see our teams’ efforts honored in such a significant way, marking a historic moment for the organization.” –SCETV Assistant General Manager/Deputy Director Dr. Stephanie Cook
FAST FACTS
- A record-breaking fifteen SCETV programs were nominated for a Southeast Emmy® as recently announced by the Regional Southeast Emmy® Chapter of NATAS.
- NATAS sets the standards for excellence in the television broadcasting industry.
- The Annual Southeast Regional Emmy® Awards will be announced by the Regional Southeast Emmy® Chapter of NATAS on May 16 in Atlanta, GA.
About South Carolina ETV and Public Radio
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) is the state's public educational broadcasting network. SCETV amplifies South Carolina voices, provides educational experiences and strengthens communities, while working toward creating a stronger, more connected and informed South Carolina. In addition to airing local programs, such as The Know Show, Making It Grow, and This Week in South Carolina, SCETV also presents multiple programs to regional and national audiences, including Books By The River, After Action, Kitchen Curious with Vivian Howard, Reel South, Downing of a Flag and Southern Songwriters with Patrick Davis.
Media Contact
Landon Masters
media@scetv.org
(803) 737-3337
SCETV receives record-breaking 15 Southeast Emmy® nominations (PDF)
