Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: The Monroe Times Entry Title: Finally at home, finally at peace Entry Credit: Adam Krebs Judge Comment: Beautifully framed between the flags, sharp focus and lighting, and an emotional moment captured well. Powerful.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Tri-County News (Kiel) Entry Title: Upside down drummer Entry Credit: Rachael Siehs Judge Comment: This photo makes me want to be there to witness the performance. At first, the blurring of the sticks bothered me, but then I realized that action contributes to the overall effect of a delicious scene.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: The Star News Entry Title: Rainy 4th Entry Credit: Brian Wilson Judge Comment: Not only is this a wonderful photo of fireworks -- which can be difficult to shoot well -- this picture tells a story. I see fire and I see rain.
Place Name: Honorable Mention Contestant Name: The Record-Review Entry Title: Sheriff is sworn in Entry Credit: Hannah Alden Judge Comment: A quick finger on the button captures a great moment. I love the laughter.
Competition Comment: Often in photography, timing is everything. These photos capture moments and emotions. If I could name a second honorable mention, I enjoyed the EHS Homecoming photo from Pierce County. The photographer caught a fun, joyful moment. The various expressions are fun to study.
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