And the Emmy goes to . . . Kevin Janison

June 18, 2009
(CC Major Nelson)

(CC Major Nelson)

By Erin De Wyn

The Stephens Press team is proud to recognize one of our authors, Kevin Janison of KVBC Channel 3 for his recent Emmy!  Kevin was named best On-Camera Talent for weather reporting at the 2009 Pacific Southwest Emmy Awards in San Diego. The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences presented Kevin with an Emmy for his segment “What’s a weatherperson in Las Vegas to do?”.

Author of the popular Deputy Dorkface children’s books, Janison has won numerous awards for his work at Channel 3 and for his humanitarian efforts.  He frequently visits local schools to give presentations and is a spokesperson for the Clark County READS literacy initiative, which provides resources for Clark County School District libraries.  Kevin is also an avid tennis player, often spending time at local courts.  Passionate about weather, learning, and life, Janison is a family man, tornado enthusiast, tennis court habitué, writer, and speaker.