In-depth or Investigative Reporting ( Daily Group 2)Back
Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Bristol Herald Courier Entry Title: Critical Mass Entry Credit: news, photography, copy desk staff Judge Comment: A comprehensive look at an important local issue, tackled from every angle and supplemented extremely well with visuals, graphics and multi-media. Very impressive depth and breadth, all presented well for readers. This is the kind of work that shows how valuable local newspapers are.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: The Free Lance-Star Entry Title: Human Trafficking: 'I can order a pizza and a prostitute' Entry Credit: Cathy Dyson Judge Comment: An excellent deep dive into a sensitive but critical topic. Multiple angles are impressively covered, with a wide range of subjects. Very good writing also.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: The Daily Progress Entry Title: 'Drastic': Communities grapple with the loss of mental health care for children Entry Credit: Katherine Knott, Ruth Serven Smith Judge Comment: Tips from parents and teachers led to a careful examination of a critical issue affecting children. A well-researched story that raises important questions for the community -- exactly the role a local newspaper should play.
