Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Cardinal News Entry Title: Markus Schmidt government portfolio Entry Credit: Markus Schmidt Judge Comment: The author demonstrates a willingness to take on hard-hitting and possibly unpopular news stories. Though the story doesn't necessarily have a conclusion, it does ask a potential political candidate to provide proof of residency as is their duty.
The author's investigative reporting in story two takes an already decisive issue where groups try to remain anonymous despite laws and reveals the bigger issue of enforcement. Great work.
Amazing feature on House speaker that gives an insight into the man who made history. All three stories were well done.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Cardinal News Entry Title: Ralph Berrier government portfolio Entry Credit: Ralph Berrier Judge Comment: The author demonstrates the diverse issues with the local community from roads to politics. The writing was engaging and informative.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Cardinal News Entry Title: Susan Cameron government portfolio Entry Credit: Susan Cameron Judge Comment: Eye-catching stories with a good mix of public interest and hard-hitting news.
Competition Comment: This category contained an amazing variety of issues. All papers and writers provided a public service to their communities. The most minute details determined the winners.
