2022 VPA News and Advertising Contest

Feature Writing Portfolio ( Non-Daily Group 4) Back

  • Place Name: First Place
    Contestant Name: The Prince William Times
    Entry Title: Longtime crossing guards, snake support and a therapeutic 'group scream'
    Entry Credit: Cher Muzyk
    Judge Comment: The writer uses such wonderfully descriptive phrases to bring the story to life and paint a picture for the reader. The profiles featured in the entry offer depth into the subjects and leave the reader both entertained and informed. I especially loved the snake feature.
  • Place Name: Second Place
    Contestant Name: Richmond Free Press
    Entry Title: Feature Writing Portfolio
    Entry Credit: Jeremy M. Lazarus
    Judge Comment: The features are well-written and researched with engaging writing that draws the reader along with the story.
  • Place Name: Third Place
    Contestant Name: The Prince William Times
    Entry Title: Lasagna love, Halloween fun, help to start off with a clean slate
    Entry Credit: Aileen Streng
    Judge Comment: From meal sharing to honoring trailblazers to community spirit, this writer covers it all with writing that is informative, but creative and engaging.
  • Place Name: Alternate Winner
    Contestant Name: Inside NoVa/Prince William
    Entry Title: Evan Nichols, Kehler Hamilton, Lydia Pedersen
    Entry Credit: David Fawcett
    Judge Comment: You just want to cheer for the athletes as you read of how they've persevered and overcome challenges. Great job sharing the stories of these young people.
  • Competition Comment: None