In a nod to the symbiotic relationship between local media and law enforcement, Rusty Ray of CCX Media has been honored with an Award of Merit. Ray, a producer for the Cities Team, garnered the accolade for a segment that emerged in the wake of a Burnsville tragedy. The recognition came at the Eric Sevareid Awards, an event hosted by the Midwest Broadcast Journalists Association in Bloomington on April 12, as stated in a social media post from the Maple Grove Police Department.
The awarded segment featured Maple Grove's Police Chief Werner and Rusty Ray; the timing of its recording was almost prophetic, coming just days after an impactful event in early 2024. "Thank you all for your help in making quality programming like this a reality for CCX Media and viewers/clickers in our cities, certainly including Maple Grove!" Rusty expressed his gratitude.
Recognition in the Talk/Public Affairs category for large market television stations signifies a notable achievement for CCX Media and, by extension, Rusty Ray. His work stands out as a testament to the pivotal role of regional journalism in addressing and analyzing community issues.
With a palpable sense of community pride, the Maple Grove Police Department congratulated Rusty for his achievement.
