Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Inwood - West Lyon Herald Entry Title: Adventure Awaits Entry Credit: Dominique Kooiker Judge Comment: This was clear winner in this category with great writing, design, photography, and a unique topic. Excellent!
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Greene - Greene Recorder Entry Title: Greene Recorder - Sports Series - Greene's Doctors Entry Credit: Clayton Thomas Judge Comment: I really like this idea, and it's great to highlight the progression of medical facilities and professionals at a time when they are so desperately needed. This entry would have been improved by telling some of the story through photos, infographics, and pulled quotes.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Fredericksburg - Fredericksburg Review Entry Title: Langerman volunteers time serving as director of Plum Creek Art Center; Friends of the Library board helps Upham bring events to life for all ages; Steege gives back to Peace UCC, youth by volunteering for nearly 60 years Entry Credit: Amanda Strain Judge Comment: Highlighting volunteers around Christmas is a great idea. It's the season of giving, and volunteers definitely give their time. Try to incorporate more photos and white space for the design next time.
