2024 VPA News and Advertising Contest

Breaking News Writing ( Daily Group 1) Back

  • Place Name: First Place
    Contestant Name: The Daily Progress
    Entry Title: Daily Progress coverage of May 4, 2024, pro-Palestine protest
    Entry Credit: Jason Armesto
    Judge Comment: Exceptional coverage of a situation that appeared to spiral out of control.
  • Place Name: Second Place
    Contestant Name: Danville Register and Bee
    Entry Title: Charles Wilborn -- Breaking 01
    Entry Credit: Charles Wilborn
    Judge Comment: Emotional coverage that left the reader crying for those affected. Shows definite skill in writing.
  • Place Name: Third Place
    Contestant Name: Northern Virginia Daily
    Entry Title: Breaking News: Wildfire
    Entry Credit: Ryan Fitzmaurice
    Judge Comment: Writing skills brought to life the despair of those involved in these fire. Excellent coverage.
  • Competition Comment: None