2021 VPA News and Advertising Contest

Special Sections or Special Editions ( Non-Daily Group 4)Back

  • Place Name: First Place
    Contestant Name: Suffolk News-Herald
    Entry Title: Superheroes of Western Tidewater
    Entry Credit: Staff
    Judge Comment: Loved the theme and that it was consistent through a rather large section. It was fun without being too gimmicky. A more light-hearted way of paying tribute to people who worked through a really depressing time. Enjoyed the added fun touches on the photos.
  • Place Name: Second Place
    Contestant Name: Suffolk News-Herald
    Entry Title: 20 Under 21
    Entry Credit: Staff
    Judge Comment: The cover was very well done. I enjoyed the use of color throughout. Design was consistent and I liked the added touches of pull quotes and Q & A boxes.
  • Place Name: Third Place
    Contestant Name: Chesterfield Observer
    Entry Title: CO_Special Sections or Editions
    Entry Credit: Larissa Tyler, staff
    Judge Comment: Beautiful, consistent design throughout. I enjoyed the style and placement of headlines. A very visually appealing section.