Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: The Tribune-Phonograph Entry Title: Football players removed from quarentine Entry Credit: Kevin O'Brien Judge Comment: Well-rounded and complete story with solid writing. A clear winner.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Valley Sentinel Entry Title: Governor Evers visits Spring Green businesses that received ‘We’re All In’ grants Entry Credit: Taylor Scott Judge Comment: Good job taking this beyond the 'governor visits' headline. Localizing state issues - especially when you have a state senator from your town - is key. Solid writing.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: The Northwoods River News Entry Title: 'These were the acts of an assassin':? Anderson sentenced to life in prison for murder of Hannah Miller Entry Credit: Heather Schaefer Judge Comment: A well-organized story that conveys emotion. A different take on a sentencing hearing.
Place Name: Honorable Mention Contestant Name: Oconto County Reporter Entry Title: Her ex-husband was accused of a murder-suicide. Her pressure prompted Oconto County to reopen the case nearly five years later Entry Credit: Kent Tempus Judge Comment: This is a solid story that I struggled to place, wanting it to be in top 3. The timeliness of the other entries weighed in their favor.
Competition Comment: Typography in many instances made reading a challenge but I did not take that into consideration in choosing winners. However, I strongly encourage improvement in this area. I enjoyed the variety of entries and I feel confident your communities appreciate the effort that goes into your coverage.
