2021 VPA News and Advertising Contest

In-depth or Investigative Reporting ( Non-Daily Group 2)Back

  • Place Name: First Place
    Contestant Name: Rappahannock News
    Entry Title: Covid's Hidden Toll
    Entry Credit: Randy Rieland, Lynn Medford, Laura Stanton, Andy Alexander, Bud Meyer
    Judge Comment: Very through and well-written. Yes, as the story said, we are all in the same boat; however, it was a time when we couldn't easily reach out for help, as the story explained. It clearly exposed the specific struggles of the children, their parents, and the elderly. Bravo!
  • Place Name: Second Place
    Contestant Name: Rappahannock News
    Entry Title: Rappahannock County Taxes: Inequitable, High — Yet Vital
    Entry Credit: Tim Carrington, Laura Stanton, Bud Meyer, Andy Alexander
    Judge Comment: Well-written story. You explained a difficult subject with clarity. I think it really put things in perspective for the residents of your county.
  • Place Name: Third Place
    Contestant Name: Rappahannock News
    Entry Title: Behind the Badge
    Entry Credit: Bob Hurley, Patty Hardee, Laura Stanton, Andy Alexander, Bud Meyer, Luke Christopher
    Judge Comment: Thank you for showing the human side of those who risk their lives to protect ours.