STAR Awards
The Countdown to the 2026 STAR Awards Begins!
South Carolina broadcasters, it’s time to step into the spotlight. The 2026 STAR Awards are officially on the horizon, and we are ready to celebrate the innovation, storytelling, and community impact you’ve delivered over the past year.
Mark Your Calendars: April 6
The official STAR Awards entry portal opens on Monday, April 6. This is your opportunity to showcase the outstanding work of your station and staff. Whether you’re in radio or television, we want to see the projects that moved the needle in your community.
What’s New for 2026?
We’ve been hard at work behind the scenes to make this year’s awards our best yet. Keep an eye out for:
Updated Rules & Criteria: We’ve refined our guidelines to ensure a fair and streamlined process for every entrant. Be sure to review the new documentation before submitting.
Fresh Categories: We’ve introduced new categories to better reflect the evolving landscape of modern broadcasting. From digital integration to specialized local reporting, there are more ways than ever to win a STAR
Get Your Entries Ready
Start gathering your best clips, writing those “Stellar Narratives,” and prepping your 15-second winner snippets now. The deadline will be here before you know it!
What is the STAR Awards?
At the STAR Awards, we celebrate the best of the best in South Carolina broadcasting. Your stories have informed, entertained, and inspired our communities. You’ve given voice to the voiceless, shed light on important issues, and brought us together as a state. Your work matters, and it makes a difference. Let’s continue to strive for excellence and serve our communities with passion and integrity. We can’t wait to see your entries for the STAR Awards!
Setting the Stage for Success!
The Rules & Criteria document tells you exactly what we’re looking for in entries. Understanding the judging process allows you to craft your best work and truly shine!
The next STAR Awards will be held on:
TBD
5:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.
Location: TBD
Address: TBD