Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: The Cap Times Entry Title: Madison College's oldest graduate Entry Credit: Ruthie Hauge Judge Comment: This was such a compelling story and corresponding images. I truly enjoyed reading this!
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: La Crosse Tribune Entry Title: Homeless and Dying: La Crosse veteran diagnosed with heart failure finds peace in final weeks Entry Credit: Saskia Hatvany Judge Comment: Wow, what a powerful piece.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: The Post-Crescent Entry Title: Appleton schools celebrate 2024 prom Entry Credit: Dan Powers Judge Comment: I loved seeing the joy on the students' faces and the fashion that was worn at the dance. It looked like a joyful time was had by all.
Place Name: Honorable Mention Contestant Name: The Chippewa Herald Entry Title: Snapshots: The best photos from this past weekend's state track and field championships in La Crosse. Entry Credit: Brandon Berg Judge Comment: Loved seeing these student athletes enjoying victories on the field!