Topic: Disaster Relief and Recovery
Posted on 4/1/2019
Broadcasters across Nebraska raised $442,000 during the �#NebraskaStrong Drive for Flood Relief,� held March 22 to support American Red Cross relief efforts following flooding that killed two and caused billions of dollars in damage. The Nebraska Broadcasters Association donated $20,000 to kick off the drive. Hearst�s ABC affiliate KETV Omaha and Gray Television donated $10,000 each, and Scripps� CBS affiliate KMTV Omaha and Citadel�s KLKN Lincoln contributed $5,000 each. Governor Ricketts, First Lady Susanne Shore and Senators Deb Fischer and Ben Sasse fielded donor phone calls during the event.
�We tell stories that connect us and provide a pathway to help those in need throughout our viewer and listening areas, from all across Nebraska and into western Iowa,� said Chairperson of the NBA Board of Directors and KETV President / GM Ariel Roblin. �From lifesaving storm coverage to fundraising hundreds of thousands of dollars for relief and recovery, we come together for a stronger Nebraska.�
�Susanne and I also want to thank the Nebraska Broadcasters who have led this effort and done an incredible job of helping keep people safe throughout the flooding,� said Governor Ricketts.
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