NewsNation celebrates the ‘Remarkable Women' of 2025
This is a nationwide initiative to honor the influence that women have had on public policy, social progress and the quality of life. We are celebrating women from across America who lead, inspire and forge the way for others to succeed.
In April, a total of 125 local market finalists were selected, which include 11 local market finalists NewsNation chose from non-Nexstar markets, and they get a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Los Angeles.
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The Nexstar Charitable Foundation will contribute $25,000 to a nonprofit that the national 'Remarkable Woman of the Year' selects.
Meet the women who are changing lives in their community.
Shari Pulliam has dedicated 35 years to child welfare, a chapter she began after the death of a dear friend. Inspired by her friend's remarkable legacy, Pulliam became a social worker to impact the lives of children.
Nominated by her son, who was deeply moved by the impact Pulliam's had on their community, he shared that when it comes to Texas foster kids, his mom is fully committed.
Pulliam hopes to inspire others to pay it forward.
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'If I could leave any legacy in my career, I want it to be that my children would give back, too, because it's always been so important to me,' she said. 'I would much rather give than receive.'
For more information about 'Remarkable Women,' visit www.nexstar.tv/remarkable-women/.
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