News Story
2nd Place: Rachael Tolliver, The Turret
“Iraqi Army chief”
1st Place: Glenn Rutherford, The Record
“Louisville's new Archibishop is announced”
Judges said: Good quotes. Nice study of Archbishop's writings.
Continuing Coverage
2nd Place: Tom Dekle, Brian Walker and Lisa Tolliver, The Kentucky Standard
“Deadly House Fire”
1st Place: Stephen Thomas, Mallory Bilger and Thomas Barr, The Pioneer News
“Brooks, Kentucky train derailment”
Judges said: Thorough and dimensional reporting on an event that impacted many residents – as well as the environment.
Enterprise Reporting
2nd Place: Marnie McAllister, The Record
“Vocation Series”
1st Place: John Foster, Oldham Era
"Getting Out"
Judges said: Extensive interviews with subject, family members and law enforcement. Continued observation and follow-up throughout subject's time both behind bars and on parole. Skillful storytelling brings research together.
Business Reporting
2nd Place: Lorrie Kinkade, The Trimble Banner
“Cornish cattle” and “Edens Auto”
1st Place: Jay Cason, The Anderson News
“From Stringtown to the world,” “Hoofing it to Lawrenceburg” and “Break out your bobby sox,”
Judges said: We especially liked “From Stringtown to the world,” the tale of a unique entrepreneur who markets to the world. Good focus on business now depending on technology.
Health Care Reporting
2nd Place: Ashley Medley, The Voice-Tribune
"All in the Gene"
1st Place: Ruth Schenk, The Southeast Outlook
"Freddie's Fight"
Judges said: "Schenks' story about Freddie Bevins' fight to live is a compelling argument for making blood cord transplants available to all."
Minority/Women's Affairs Reporting
2nd Place: Jay Cason, The Anderson News
“History and Passion and Celebrating Through Worship,” “Local diversity a work in progress” and “Chataqua brings local legend Clarke to Life”
1st Place: Marnie McAllister, The Record
“Mission in Pakistan” and “Iraqi Refugees”
Judges said: "Well-written story on Pakistani nuns who are doing God's work as part of the Sisters of Loretta."
Service Reporting
1st Place: Jacob Glassner, The Voice Tribune
“School of Rocks”
Judges said: "A gem of a consumer guide for buying a diamond."
Feature Writing
3rd Place: Ruth Schenk, The Southeast Outlook
“Forgiving a Shooter”
2nd Place: Stephanie Hornback, The Kentucky Standard
“Aging Kelpie teaches young Collie a thing or two about sheep”
1st Place: Rachael Tolliver, The Turrett
“Teen's quest for vets stories draws international interest”
Judges said: Refreshing spin on military history coverage. Good introduction to delayed lead. Public service giving historian's contact info to readers.
Editorial Writing
Honorable Mention: Julie Satterly, The Oldham Era
“No H20?”
3rd Place: Jacquelyn Stoess Hack, The Oldham Era
“Cooperation is this season's must have”
2nd Place: Laura Cullen Gusscock, The Kentucky Gazette
“In Defense of Rural Kentucky”
1st Place: Ron Filkins, The Kentucky Standard
“Court Decision Provokes Thought”
Judges said: The Supreme Court editorial was strong enough alone to carry the entry to the top. Well written, well argued.
Column Writing
3rd Place: Lindon Dodd, The Evening News
“Holding up his end,” “Secret's out on secret pals,” and “No tears for cheerleaders”
2nd Place: Ron Filkins, The Kentucky Standard
“Two stalwart Publishers left strong legacy,” “Local city/county has the idea behind government” and “Race relations were top on Stephen Foster's List”
1st Place: Lydelle Abbott, The Kentucky Standard
“Fantastical living leaves mark on reader's heart,” “Saving the world: Not an impossible mission” and “Strikes, protests, moral integrity vs self-preservation”
Judges said: The writer effectively weds the personal perspective with larger, topical issues.
Sports Writing
3rd Place: Mickey Patterson, Oldham Era
“Theiss records his 20th”
2nd Place: Ruth Schenk, The Southeast Outlook
“Never Give Up”
1st Place: John Herndon, Anderson News
“Best of the Bearcats”
Judges said: The writer offers a seemingly effortless conversational style in this profile. His community knowledge stands out.
News Photography
Honorable Mention: Jenn Duncan, The Southeast Outlook
“Extreme Makeover”
3rd Place: Jacquelyn Stoess Hack, The Oldham Era
“Truck Rolls Into Peewee”
2nd Place: Kevin McGloshen, The (New Albany) Tribune
“Fire”
1st Place: Jacquelyn Stoess Hack, The Oldham Era
“Fire Damages Greenhouse”
Judges said: These are dramatic photos. Technically proficient, silhouettes work. Pictures tell the story.
Feature Photography
Honorable Mention: Jacquelyn Stoess Hack, The Oldham Era
“Show Me Your Poker Face”
3rd Place: John Foster, The Oldham Era
“Who We Are”
2nd Place: Kevin McGloshen, The (New Albany) Tribune
“Doorway”
1st Place: Jenn Duncan, The Southeast Outlook
“The Face of Africa”
Judges said: A beautiful portrait. This photographer captures the moment with great skill. Well framed, sharp and lit perfectly to reflect the mood. This is a haunting photo that would be stunning in any publication.
Sports Photography
3rd Place: John Foster,
“Sweet but Short”
2nd Place: Kevin McGLoshen, The (New Albany) Tribune
“Golf”
1st Place: Peter W. Zubaty, The Kentucky Standard
“Just Out of Reach,” “ Buck Wild” and “Stanley Strong”
Judges said: Strong sports action shots that are well composed and sharp. Faces are clear and expressions are telling. Nice work.
Headline Writing
1st Place: Jacob Glassner, The Voice Tribune
“Cross Roads: Planted around town, roadside memorials are rooted in grief,” “Writes of passage,” and “Tenured track psychology”
Judges said: This headline immediately caught my interest. It is short and concise. Paired with a photo of a cross on the side of the highway, the reader already has an idea what they are in for.
Graphic Illustration
3rd Place: John Foster, The Oldham Era
“Who Are We?”
2nd Palce: Steve Haycraft, The Southeast Outlook
“70 Years of Marriage”
1st Place: Julie Satterly, The Oldham Era
“55,286 and Growing”
Judges said: A very clean look. Simple and easy to read. This looks top shelf. It works well in concept, typography and layout. Very nice work.
Page Design
3rd Place: Lydell Abbott, Kentucky Standard
“Final Descent,” “Fire and Ash” and “Finding History”
2nd Place: Julie Satterly, The Oldham Era
1st Place: Jacquelyn Stoess Hack, The Oldham Era
Judges said: Sharp design. Good layouts marked by storng and creative typography. Colors are complementary. Even though pages are very busy, they are easy to digest and a joy to see. These people [at the Oldham Era] know what they are doing.