Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: The Crozet Gazette Entry Title: Lisa Martin News Writing Portfolio Entry Credit: Lisa Martin Judge Comment: Great job by the reporter to dig into high-impact local stories and help explain impact and meaning to readers. Very good at breaking down why the subject matters.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Culpeper Times Entry Title: Maria Basileo News Portfolio Entry Credit: Maria Basileo Judge Comment: Reporter connects with her subjects in these stories, offering readers personal stories to explain the high-value topics.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Richmond Magazine Entry Title: A New Avenue, A Profoundly Racist Institution, The Struggle Continues Entry Credit: Rodrigo Arriaza Judge Comment: In-depth reporting and fine writing for these complex stories.
