First Place
Bob High, Mark Gilchrist and staff
The News Reporter, Whiteville
Judge's comment: Drive alive is a heartwarming example of a newspaper challenging its community to recognize the need for change. Instead of accepting vehicle fatalities as run-of-the-mill coverage, The News Reporter gave readers "a sense of control". This project involved not just everyone at The News Reporter, it grabbed the hearts of many throughout the community. As they candidly acknowledge, they have no scientific way to gauge success. But increased awareness and even one life saved brand this project a winner.
Second Place
Smoky Mountain News, Waynesville
Judge's comment: This piece on The Great Smoky Mountain National Park was “An important historic look at this national treasure, documenting it’s value to the community.
Third Place
James Gallagher
Triangle Business Journal, Raleigh
Judge's comment: Analytical study that brings local community focus to a hotly debated topic. |
