Feature Story Writing (excluding Obituaries) ( Daily Group 1)Back
Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: The Daily Progress Entry Title: Making peace with Jefferson and founders who enslaved people_ Is it possible_ Entry Credit: Lynne Anderson Judge Comment: Lynne Anderson's story gives a balanced look at the conflicting sides of an issue and the broader implications it has for the entire country.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: The Progress-Index Entry Title: Far away from home Entry Credit: Joyce Chu Judge Comment: Joyce Chu's well-written and touching story leaves the reader asking, "How could this happen?" -- just like the family members she interviewed.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: The News Leader Entry Title: She helps victims of domestic violence find new direction; she's been there herself. Entry Credit: Monique Calello Judge Comment: Great pacing and details in this story from Monique Calello.
Place Name: Alternate Winner Contestant Name: The Daily Progress Entry Title: Local trans advocates speak out against model policies Entry Credit: Alice Berry Judge Comment: A well-written piece on the far-reaching effects of a government action on the people personally affected.
Competition Comment: A great cast of stories in this category, many reporting on weighty topics.
