Kim Gusby, a longtime journalist and morning anchor at WSAV-TV, was named the 2025 National Association of Black Journalists’ “Journalist of Distinction.” This award recognizes Black journalists who have made significant contributions through their work, particularly those whose work highlights the African diaspora. Gusby, who has been with WSAV since 1993, was honored for her work documenting Black history in the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry and for her “Community Corner” segments that spotlight community members. The award was presented on Saturday, August 9, at the NABJ’s 50th annual conference in Cleveland, Ohio.
Gusby is Savannah’s longest-serving morning news anchor, joining WSAV-TV in 1993. Gusby has also won several AP and Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards for her stories documenting Black History in the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.
Gusby’s broadcasting career began in 1990 at WJSpirit CL-TV. Three years later, she began her journey at WSAV. In 2023, she celebrated her 30th anniversary with the NBC-affiliate…