2024 VPA News and Advertising Contest

Feature Writing Portfolio ( Non-Daily Group 4) Back

  • Place Name: First Place
    Contestant Name: C-VILLE Weekly
    Entry Title: Andrew Hollins' portfolio
    Entry Credit: Andrew Hollins
    Judge Comment: Congratulations, Andrew! The competition was stiff this year, but you distinguished yourself with fascinating subjects, the depth you gave each topic, and the number of people you interviewed to get the full story.
  • Place Name: Second Place
    Contestant Name: InsideNoVa/Prince William
    Entry Title: Feature writing portfolio
    Entry Credit: David Fawcett
    Judge Comment: Congratulations, David! The competition was stiff this year, but your work stood out for its detailed writing and engaging narratives.
  • Place Name: Third Place
    Contestant Name: The Prince William Times
    Entry Title: Latinos and the presidential vote
    Entry Credit: Evelyn Mejia
    Judge Comment: Congratulations, Evelyn! Your thorough interviews, engaging writing, and dedication to capturing every point of view stood out among stiff competition.
  • Competition Comment: I have no idea how I picked only 4 top writers, the competition was incredible. You may need to add more honorable mentions next year.