In this week's annual Eagle Radio sales convention, which was held virtually as a result of social distancing requirements, Eagle Radio of Hays Operations Manager Dustin Armbruster was honored with the Bob Schmidt Community Service Award.
One of Eagle's highest individual honors, the award represents the values of Eagle founder Bob Schmidt: long-term service to the local community and the ability to make a difference both in the community and for Eagle.
"Dustin gives his time in the Hays community in multiple ways. He is on the board of directors for the Hays Recreation Commission, he coaches several kids sports teams in the Hays area, he is active in Hays High activities and has also done emcee work for the Hays High School awards nights," said Todd Lynd, Eagle Radio of Hays general manager. "Dustin makes a difference for the station and our community and continues to follow the example set by our founder Bob Schmidt of keeping 'Our Community Connected.' ”
Gary Shorman, Eagle chairman of the board and chairman of the Schmidt Foundation, echoed those statements.
"It is gratifying to see Bob's legacy continue among our employee-owners, and Dustin is more than deserving of this honor," he said. "His willingness to offer his time and talents to so many in the community embodies what the Bob Schmidt Community Service Award stands for."
Armbruster, who has been with Eagle for 16 years, and has been an on-air personality, a marketing consultant and provides play-by-play and color commentary for a variety of area sports teams.
Founded in 1948, Eagle Communications Inc. is a Kansas-based media company with 150 employee-owners. The company operates 31 radio stations in Kansas, Nebraska and Missouri. In addition to radio, the company offers online solutions, web development, video production, and creative services. Eagle is the parent company of the Post News Network. For more, visit eagleradio.net