Form the heart and hands of a fine writer. These are really good and so relatable. Even if you haven't been there, done that you can at some level relate.
3rd Place
Editorial
Alex Cason
‘This is just wild’: James Beard nomination comes at a time of change for Jimmy Pearls
3rd Place
Editorial
Mike Kaye
Mike Kaye Columns
I really appreciate Mike Kaye's poitning out of nuance in these pieces. So, so much of sports column writing and discourse seems to rely on hot takes and "prove me wrong" pointlessness. But Kaye provides solutions and looks at situations from an analytical lens.
3rd Place
Editorial
Shane Connuck
Who are Charlotte FC’s fans? Meet the groups who travel from near and far every match.
This was such an informative read and one that had me daydreaming what the sights and sounds must be in-person.
3rd Place
Editorial
Ryan Oehrli
Miles Bridges’ arrest warrant was months-old — why wasn’t it served in Charlotte?
Nice coverage of breaking news about a celebrity -- and the story of everyday flaws in the justice system behind the big story.
3rd Place
Editorial
Theoden Janes
Panhandlers’ plight: They’ve lived at this intersection for years. Is there any way out?
3rd Place
Editorial
Anna Maria Della Costa
‘Hard to take you seriously.’ Ardrey Kell lockdown raises tensions between CMS, activist
Great exchange of quotes included in the story that I thought made it very interesting, especially when compared to the rest of the submissions.
2nd Place
Editorial
Roderick Boone
Inside look at Hugo the Hornet
These were a pair of really good behind the scenes (as much as one can without giving away the current secret) of an important part of sports franchises that is, in a way, usually overlooked.
2nd Place
Editorial
Melissa Oyler, Alex Cason
‘The best Ghanaian takeout food you will find in Charlotte’: What to know about Mama Gee’s
2nd Place
Editorial
Staff
Series of stories on fatal fire at construction site
The photos and video interviews included in this package are indicative of great access and reporting. The writing was clear and captivating.
2nd Place
Editorial
Ames Alexander and David Raynor
Burdened After Death: NC's Medical Examiner's Office In Crisis
This is a very strong and solidly written package of stories. The need for a death certificate is not a topic many of us have to consider until a tragedy strikes. The stories were well-organized and compelling to read. good work and congrats on making changes.
2nd Place
Editorial
Melissa Oyler, Heidi Finley, Chyna Blackmon
CharlotteFive newsletter
2nd Place
Editorial
Catherine Muccigrosso, Gavin Off
‘They’re not coming’: Grocery stores abound, but Charlotte food deserts still prevalent
Way to take a rather minute new peg and use it as a fulcrum to leverage a far larger and more important story.
1st Place
Editorial
Makayla Holder
Dying with purpose
Highly relevant and impactful; video captures key moments and reactions.
1st Place
Editorial
Staff
CharlotteFive social media
Now this is how you engage a younger audience!
1st Place
Editorial
Staff
Charlotte Observer Sports Coverage
Strong page design to keep reader focused. Very strong signed columns plus good analysis in local sports coverage.
1st Place
Editorial
Scott Fowler
Scott Fowler Serious Columns entry
North Carollina is rich in great writers and none of the entries are losers by any means. These columns stood out in a wealth of very fine competition. Well researched and written.
1st Place
Editorial
Adam Bell
Inside Charlotte Arts
1st Place
Editorial
Kallie Cox, Julia Coin
Series of stories on Devalos Perkins
This is a very well researched and well written series of articles on the failure of the justice system to work with people with mental illness. The wring is strong and the material is well organized. great work.
