2025 VPA News and Advertising Contest

Newsletter ( Online) Back

  • Place Name: First Place
    Contestant Name: The Richmonder
    Entry Title: The Richmonder
    Entry Credit: Michael Phillips
    Judge Comment: The Richmonder is a must-read, curated local newsletter chock full of newsy, interesting content that's packaged in a way to create a great reader experience. Brief, relevant and informative, it's no surprise this newsletter boasts impressive growth and engagement metrics!
  • Place Name: Second Place
    Contestant Name: Cardinal News
    Entry Title: Cardinal News Roundup
    Entry Credit: Zachary Shelton, Jeff Schwaner, Sherry Quinley
    Judge Comment: The Roundup includes a great variety of content, including multimedia features. Solid intro from editor in each edition. Well done!
  • Place Name: Third Place
    Contestant Name: Cardinal News
    Entry Title: Cardinal 250 newsletter
    Entry Credit: Dwayne Yancey, Zachary Shelton, Dutchie Jessee, Lisa Rowan
    Judge Comment: What a great concept for a topical newsletter! Cardinal News 250, a monthly publication of stories about Virginia’s role in the nation’s founding, shines with great articles, lots of interesting history, a podcast and details about upcoming Virginia 250 events. Great work!
  • Competition Comment: None