Feature Story Writing (excluding Obituaries) ( Non-Daily Group 4)Back
Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Loudoun Now Entry Title: I Want You to Call Me Max Entry Credit: Hayley Bour Judge Comment: Based from the news out of this community, this is compelling storytelling with lovely details. It covers the emotions and the debate in a manner that keeps the reader glued to the story.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Chesterfield Observer Entry Title: Beyond the mines: the heartbeat of a thriving Black community Entry Credit: Scott Bass Judge Comment: This is a beautifully written story, painting a picture of the church and the town. This is so much more than just an anniversary piece.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Inside NoVa/Prince William Entry Title: An Unreal Happy Entry Credit: Kari Pugh Judge Comment: This is a wonderful story, with all the right details, of a couple separated by COVID. It's not too long and is nicely written.