Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Cedar Rapids - The Gazette Entry Title: Gazette Insight Fellow Program Entry Credit: The Gazette Judge Comment: This program is unique, and I love the diversity of voices, views, and narratives here. As journalists, one of the most important things we can do is educate others about our profession and help others tell their stories, their way. You've done that here in a beautiful way.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Waterloo - The Courier Entry Title: Commmunity Leadership Entry Credit: Janet Johnson, Kelly Balvanz, Melody Parker Judge Comment: I love the diversity of your recognition programs. Being able to recognize people of all ages, from all walks of life is a great thing, and these sorts of programs take work--lots of work.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Des Moines - Des Moines Register Entry Title: The Des Moines Register Political Soapbox Entry Credit: Brian Smith Judge Comment: Right now, providing people the tools and resources--as well as the access--to political candidates is extremely important. Good job!
