WSMV4 wins Gracie Award for story on how a Kentucky toddler saved a Tennessee baby

The 49th annual Gracie Award winners were announced on Thursday morning and their story, A Hero’s Heart, was named the soft news feature winner for local TV.
The clock was ticking for a Tennessee baby with a failing heart and time had already run out for a Kentucky toddler. Life continues because their paths crossed.
By Caleb WethingtonPublished: Mar. 28, 2024 at 11:27 AM CDTEmail This LinkShare on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedIn

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - WSMV4 anchor Amanda Hara and photojournalist Zach Tucker were honored by the Gracie Awards for their story about how a Kentucky toddler saved a Tennessee baby.

The 49th annual Gracie Award winners were announced on Thursday morning and their story, A Hero’s Heart, was named the soft news feature winner for local TV.

TV-Local - Soft News Feature Winner: A Hero’s Heart by WSMV4′s Amanda Hara and Zach Tucker

Full story: A hero’s heart: How a Kentucky toddler saved a Tennessee baby

For the 49th Annual Gracie Awards, this year’s content themes were centered around “Feminine Strength, both Large and Small,” highlighting impactful actions resonating on various scales.

WSMV4 wants to extend a huge congratulations to Amanda and Zach!

You can find the full list of the 49th annual Gracie Award winners below:

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