2025 VPA News and Advertising Contest

Column or Commentary Writing ( Specialty ) Back

  • Place Name: First Place
    Contestant Name: Richmond magazine
    Entry Title: 'A Beautiful and Entertaining Person;' 'Extraordinary Military Services;' On Air
    Entry Credit: Harry Kollatz Jr.
    Judge Comment: These polished pieces provide insights into history and captivating profiles of interesting people.
  • Place Name: Second Place
    Contestant Name: Richmond magazine
    Entry Title: Staff Insights
    Entry Credit: Eileen Mellon, Staff
    Judge Comment: These columns offer heart-warming and gently humorous reflections on life.
  • Place Name: Third Place
    Contestant Name: Virginia Business Magazine
    Entry Title: W24 Virginia Business - Richard Foster column
    Entry Credit: Richard Foster
    Judge Comment: These columns offer incisive reflections on important public issues from a business perspective.
  • Competition Comment: The magazine writing in this contest is excellent.