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Picture Story or Essay ( Daily Group 3) Back

Place Name: First Place
Contestant Name: The Roanoke Times
Entry Title: Afghan military veterans
Entry Credit: Heather Rousseau
Judge Comment: These portraits make each woman's personality present and distinct. This is partly through the breadth of situations photographed — home, gym, work, grocery store, etc. Amazing compositions.
Place Name: Second Place
Contestant Name: Richmond Times-Dispatch
Entry Title: Role model: Deep Run's Dutta a JV football team captain who plays offense, defense
Entry Credit: Margo Wagner
Judge Comment: This series reminded me of National Geographic. The focus on Malini Dutta has a narrative even without the article and I'm deeply impressed by the introspective and personal moments captured.
Place Name: Third Place
Contestant Name: The Virginian-Pilot
Entry Title: Hampton Roads Pride
Entry Credit: Tess Crowley
Judge Comment: You used a colorful environment to its fullest. I love the compositions — these photos have energy and yet are not overwhelming. The shots focused on individuals show their personalities.
Competition Comment: This was HARD. Please tell everyone it was a stiff competition and all their hard work is admired.