June 8, 2026, OSAGE BEACH, MO — Odle Media Group's B104.3 and KFMO were recognized among Missouri's top broadcasters during the Missouri Broadcasters Association's annual Awards Banquet held June 6 at Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks.
The 2025 MBA Awards competition attracted a record-breaking 1,100 entries from radio and television broadcasters across the state, making this year's competition one of the most competitive in the association's history.
B104.3 and KFMO earned four First Place awards and three Second Place awards, recognizing excellence in news, promotion, sports, video production, and on-air talent.
First Place Awards:
• Interview
• News Promo
• Non-News Promotion
• News Anchor
Second Place Awards:
• Sports Report
• Video by a Radio Station
• On-Air Talent – Morning Show Host
"This recognition reflects the incredible dedication, creativity, and professionalism of our entire team," said Chelley Odle, Owner and Managing Partner of Odle Media Group. "Every day, our staff works hard to inform, entertain, and serve the communities that depend on local radio. To be recognized by our peers across Missouri is a tremendous honor."
Odle also serves on the Board of Directors for the Missouri Broadcasters Association and was selected to emcee the MBA Awards Banquet for the fourth consecutive year.
"While the awards are meaningful, what makes us most proud is the work our team does every day to serve the Parkland region," Chuck Odle said, Co-owner of Odle Media Group. "These honors belong to every member of our staff who is committed to excellence in local broadcasting."
The Missouri Broadcasters Association represents radio and television broadcasters throughout the state and annually recognizes outstanding achievement in broadcasting.
Odle Media Group operates B104.3 and KFMO, serving listeners throughout the Parkland region with local news, sports, weather, community information, and entertainment programming.
"We are grateful to our listeners, advertisers, community partners, and supporters," Chelley Odle added. "Their trust allows us to continue investing in local broadcasting and serving our communities at the highest level."
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About Odle Media Group
Since acquiring KFMO and B104.3 in 2022, Chuck and Chelley Odle have continued a broadcasting legacy that began in 1947, expanding local news, sports, community service, and digital media initiatives while maintaining an unwavering commitment to local radio. With multiple Missouri Broadcasters Association honors, including Station of the Year recognition, the stations continue to serve as a trusted source of information, entertainment, and community connection throughout the Parkland. This year's MBA awards further reinforce Odle Media Group's commitment to delivering the highest standard of local broadcasting to the listeners and communities it serves
Image Left to Right: Audra Caine, Allicia Hovis, Chelley Odle, Chuck Odle, Jared Pettus, Dustin Kopp and Jase Odle.
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