Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Ashland Daily Press Entry Title: Talk Around Town Entry Credit: Peter Wasson Judge Comment: Peter Wasson is the star of this entry. By using his personal experience as a jump-off point he really engages the reader. Tying that personal experience to the issues of the day makes his columns relatable which helps the reader empathize and care. Well done.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: The Valders Journal Entry Title: Valders Journal Entry Credit: Mary Thomsen Judge Comment: None
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Valley Sentinel Entry Title: 11-03-2022, 01-12-2023, 04-06-2023 Entry Credit: Valley Sentinel Judge Comment: None
