North State Journal
Division D
3rd Place
Editorial
Stan Gilliland, Lauren Rose
Drama at Pinehurst
The photographer captured just about every emotion a golfer can have, whether a rookie or a pro. The consistency of the reproduction and the selection of the photos is what this a good spread.
3rd Place
Editorial
Shawn Krest
Baseball returns to Kinston
A business story perhaps, but one about the soul of a community.
2nd Place
Editorial
Shawn Krest
Ripken the bat dog
A fun, local look at a phenomenon that has gone viral in the sports world
2nd Place
Editorial
Staff
North State Journal Sports Coverage
A close second place. Loved the writing and the subject matter. Some excellent stories as well as a very complete source of sports information. A real treat to read.
2nd Place
Editorial
PJ Ward-Brown, Lauren Rose
A day at the fair
Blue ribbon all the way. Dominant photo shows off what the page is all about, supporting photos just excellent. Maybe a bit better angles on some of the supporting photos, cropping would have helped.
2nd Place
Editorial
Shawn Krest
Ledes by Shawn Krest
This trifecta of entries show's writer's ability to reflect context of entire story in a well-crafted lede. All were different, yet effective.
1st Place
Editorial
Shawn Krest
Morgan's first draft
Using Morgan's own scouting report as a device to carry the story is really nice.
1st Place
Editorial
Lauren Rose, Emily Roberson
NC Nature