Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Virginia Mercury Entry Title: Moomaw business writing Entry Credit: Graham Moomaw Judge Comment: The clear winner in this category. The writer does an excellent job discussing pertinent issues. There are several quotes from many different key people and the stories flow very well- easy to read. Lots of facts and figures to support their case but not too many to overwhelm the reader.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Virginia Mercury Entry Title: Paullin business writing Entry Credit: Charlie Paullin Judge Comment: Very well written stories. We appreciated all of the facts and figures woven into the story along with good quotes from all of those involved.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: The Harrisonburg Citizen Entry Title: Harrisonburg tech economy coverage Entry Credit: Michael Russo Judge Comment: The writer does a good job with each of the stories. He writes in a manner that is easy to follow and flows well. Comprehensive details are included but he could dive even deeper with more facts and figures. One note, there are no contractions in AP Style.
