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2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceBolivar Herald-Free Press, Bolivar Best Story About Religion
Jill WayCommunity rallies to support fired professor First Place
Bolivar Herald-Free Press, Bolivar Best Story About History
Jill WayBolivar's own 'Over There' First Place
Bolivar Herald-Free Press, Bolivar Best News or Feature Series
Jill Way and Jessica Franklin MaullEveryone's epidemic: A series focusing on the opioid crisis First Place
Bolivar Herald-Free Press, Bolivar Best Investigative Reporting
Jill WayProsecutor, new PHPD chief weigh in on dismissals, missing evidence Second Place
Bolivar Herald-Free Press, Bolivar Best Online Newspaper or Website
Staffbolivarmonews.com Second Place
Bolivar Herald-Free Press, Bolivar Best News or Feature Special Section
StaffAbove and Beyond Third Place
Bolivar Herald-Free Press, Bolivar General ExcellenceThird Place
Bolivar Herald-Free Press, Bolivar Best Health Story
Jessica Franklin MaullHope is a four-legged word Third Place
Bolivar Herald-Free Press, Bolivar Best Military Story
Jill WayBolivar's own 'Over There' Honorable Mention
Bolivar Herald-Free Press, Bolivar Best News Story
Jill WayI've got your guy Honorable Mention
Bolivar Herald-Free Press, Bolivar Best News or Feature Series
Dave Berry, Jessica Franklin Maull and Jill WayFrom Polk County to the Governor's Mansion Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of EntryAward Winner(s) PlaceBoonville Daily News, Boonville Best Coverage of Rural Life or Agriculture
Claire ColbySecond Place
Boonville Daily News, Boonville Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Claire ColbyThe midwife drive: more rural women having home births Second Place
Boonville Daily News, Boonville Best Feature Story
Claire ColbyInmates get their hands dirty as they get clean Second Place
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceBowling Green Times, Bowling Green Best Page Design
Ethan ColbertA Season of Wonder. A Season of Prayer. Second Place
Bowling Green Times, Bowling Green Best News or Feature Special Section
Ethan Colbert, Linda Luebrecht and Kyle BoazTraveler Magazine: 24 Hours in Photos Second Place
Bowling Green Times, Bowling Green Best Headline Writing
Linda Luebrecht and Ethan ColbertLogs Go Timber; Dawg Gone It; A Wheely Big Win; Proposed MunicipalSmoking Ban Gets Snuffed Out; Logs Go Timber;
Second Place
Bowling Green Times, Bowling Green Community Service
Ethan Colbert, Linda Luebrecht and Kyle BoazPeople of Pike: 11 People Who Through Their Work Run This Town Second Place
Bowling Green Times, Bowling Green Best Editorial Pages
Ethan Colbert, Liz O'Farrell and Linda LuebrechtBowling Green Times Entry Second Place
Bowling Green Times, Bowling Green Best Local Business Coverage
Ethan ColbertThird Place
Bowling Green Times, Bowling Green Best News or Feature Obituary
Ethan ColbertBGHS Coach Jack Couchman Third Place
Bowling Green Times, Bowling Green Best News Photograph
Ethan ColbertFire Destroys Rural Pike County Home Honorable Mention
Bowling Green Times, Bowling Green Best Sports Feature Photograph
Ethan ColbertTriumphant Return, Kyle Horner, Pole Vault Feature Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of EntryAward Winner(s) PlaceBranson Tri-Lakes News, Branson Best Breaking News Story
Sara KarnesTragedy on the lake First Place
Branson Tri-Lakes News, Branson Best News or Feature Series
Sara Karnes, John Robinson, Emily Cole and Cliff SainStories on the duck boat tragedy that killed 17 people First Place
Branson Tri-Lakes News, Branson Best Military Story
John RobinsonA hug 51 years in the making Second Place
Branson Tri-Lakes News, Branson Best News or Feature Obituary
Joshua Clark Clark's lasting legacy in Branson Third Place
Branson Tri-Lakes News, Branson Best News Story
Sara KarnesTaney County Jail nearing capacity Third Place
Branson Tri-Lakes News, Branson Best Story About Education
Sara Karnes and Cliff SainC of O alumni react to alleged sexual assault of students Honorable Mention
Branson Tri-Lakes News, Branson Best Military Story
John RobinsonNavy unit holds reunion along with man they rescued as infant Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceCalifornia Democrat, California Best Feature Photograph
Michelle BrooksScooped, drizzled and sprinkled Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceCassville Democrat, Cassville Best Overall Design
First Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Feature Story
Kyle TroutmanSuperbubba First Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Investigative Reporting
Kyle TroutmanFamily Mourns Dogs First Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Military Story
Melonie RobertsLocal Veterans Letters First Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Photo Illustration
Kyle TroutmanCat Scratch Fever First Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Coverage of Rural Life or Agriculture
StaffFirst Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Story About the Outdoors
Kyle TroutmanFinding the Source First Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Headline Writing
StaffFirst Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Multi-Media Reporting
Kyle Troutman and Jared LankfordWildcats beat Lamar First Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best News or Feature Special Section
StaffShell Knob Tab First Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Community Service
StaffBreast Cancer Community Service First Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Video
Kyle TroutmanWildcats Beat Lamar First Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Front PageSecond Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Story About History
Jordan Privett144-Year-Old Jail Cell Second Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Online Newspaper or Website
StaffSecond Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Breaking News Story
Kyle Troutman and Murray BishoffStorms Through Area Second Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville General Excellence
StaffSecond Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Sports News Story or Package
Kyle Troutman Wildcats Keep Singing Second Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best News or Feature Special Section
StaffCommunity Reflections Second Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Magazine/Alternative Publication
StaffConnection Magazine Second Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Sports Photograph
Kyle TroutmanStreak Stops Third Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Jordan PrivettLocal Ranch Bison Third Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Military Story
Jordan PrivettFreedom Celebrated Third Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Sports Pages
StaffThird Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Story About the Outdoors
Kyle TroutmanRoaring River Manager Third Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Breaking News Story
Kyle TroutmanCassville Admins Call Third Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Health Story
Jordan PrivettDoctor/Pharmacist Point/Counterpoint Third Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Page Design
Kyle TroutmanPage Design Superbubba Third Place
Cassville Democrat, Cassville Best Health Story
Jordan PrivettTelemedicine Program Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceChristian County Headliner News, Ozark Best Business Story
Rance Burger and Sydni MooreFinley Farms First Place
Christian County Headliner News, Ozark Best Front PageFirst Place
Christian County Headliner News, Ozark Best Sports Photograph
Pat DaileyAt the Plate First Place
Christian County Headliner News, Ozark General ExcellenceFirst Place
Christian County Headliner News, Ozark Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Sydni MooreBeetle Banishers First Place
Christian County Headliner News, Ozark Best Editorial Pages
StaffChristian County Headliner News editorial pages First Place
Christian County Headliner News, Ozark Best Local Business Coverage
StaffSecond Place
Christian County Headliner News, Ozark Best Story About Education
Rance BurgerTunes of Change Second Place
Christian County Headliner News, Ozark Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Sydni MooreWicker Queen Second Place
Christian County Headliner News, Ozark Best Story About Religion
Rance BurgerCross lights on Third Place
Christian County Headliner News, Ozark Multi-Media Reporting
Rance BurgerAir Force dad surprises kids Third Place
Christian County Headliner News, Ozark Best Online Newspaper or Website
Staffccheadliner.com Third Place
Christian County Headliner News, Ozark Best Overall DesignHonorable Mention
Christian County Headliner News, Ozark Best Coverage of Government
Rance BurgerChristian County Justice Center Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceClinton County Leader, Plattsburg Best Front Page
First Place
Clinton County Leader, Plattsburg Best News or Feature Obituary
Steve Tinnen Gassman First Place
Clinton County Leader, Plattsburg Best Sports Feature Photograph
Brett AdkisonSpotlight First Place
Clinton County Leader, Plattsburg General Excellence
Brett Adkison, Steve Tinnen, Autumn Barnett Betty Dickinson and Nikki KelingFirst Place
Clinton County Leader, Plattsburg Best Sports News Story or Package
Brett Adkison and Clint Dye Lathrop State Semifinal First Place
Clinton County Leader, Plattsburg Best Photo Illustration
Brett AdkisonSwing Second Place
Clinton County Leader, Plattsburg Best Sports Feature Story
Brett AdkisonMules End Streak Second Place
Clinton County Leader, Plattsburg Best Sports Feature Photograph
Clint DyeHeartbreaker Honorable Mention
Clinton County Leader, Plattsburg Best Feature Photograph
Brett AdkisonWater Fight Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of EntryAward Winner(s) PlaceColumbia Daily Tribune, Columbia Best Photo Illustration
Jacob Lichman and Don ShrubshellLeft in the Dark, Pt. 1 First Place
Columbia Daily Tribune, Columbia Best Coverage of Government
Rudi KellerCompeting plans complicate medical pot legalization First Place
Columbia Daily Tribune, Columbia Best Sports Feature Story
Daniel JonesFormer college football player Tabb looks to hold NCAA responsible fornot doing enough about concussions
First Place
Columbia Daily Tribune, Columbia Best Sports Feature Photograph
Hunter DykeTiger Feels the Heat First Place
Columbia Daily Tribune, Columbia Best Online Newspaper or Website
Tribune StaffSecond Place
Columbia Daily Tribune, Columbia Best Photo Illustration
Don Shrubshell and Jacob LichmanLeft in the Dark, Pt 2 Second Place
Columbia Daily Tribune, Columbia Best Sports Photograph
Hunter Dyke18th Hole Heroics Second Place
Columbia Daily Tribune, Columbia Best Investigative Reporting
Lexi Churchill and Waverly ColvilleLeft in the Dark Series Second Place
Columbia Daily Tribune, Columbia Best Story About History
Roger McKinneyHolocaust survivor shares story of horror and hope Second Place
Columbia Daily Tribune, Columbia General ExcellenceSecond Place
Columbia Daily Tribune, Columbia Best Business Story
Anna KohlsHow Trump's tariffs could affect Missouri farmers Second Place
Columbia Daily Tribune, Columbia Best Sports Feature Story
Cameron Teague RobinsonVisit with Cuonzo Martins helps Illinois teen through battle withlymphoma
Third Place
Columbia Daily Tribune, Columbia Best Story About Education
Lexi Churchill and Waverly ColvilleLeft in the Dark series on Title IX Third Place
Columbia Daily Tribune, Columbia Best Business Story
Michael MareshCity relies on Amazon despite tax drain Third Place
Columbia Daily Tribune, Columbia Best Front PageHonorable Mention
Columbia Daily Tribune, Columbia Best Sports Columnist
Garrick HodgeCollapse against Kentucky embarrassing for MU Honorable Mention
Columbia Daily Tribune, Columbia Best Editorial PagesHonorable Mention
Columbia Daily Tribune, Columbia Multi-Media Reporting
Cameron Robinson and Hunter DykeVisit with Cuonzo Martin helps Illinois teen through battle withlymphoma
Honorable Mention
Columbia Daily Tribune, Columbia Best News or Feature Special Section
Tribune StaffBehind the Stripes Honorable Mention
Columbia Daily Tribune, Columbia Best Story About Education
Rudi KellerCentral Missouri college one of many exempt from Title IX transgenderrules
Honorable Mention
Columbia Daily Tribune, Columbia Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Rudi KellerFarm groups critical of trade relief payments Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of EntryAward Winner(s) PlaceColumbia Missourian, Columbia Multi-Media Reporting
Jennifer Mosbrucker and Titus WuIn rural Missouri, going to jail isn't free. First Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Online Newspaper or Website
Missourian Staff First Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Information Graphic
Matthew HallA Nobel Achievement First Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Editorial Cartoon
John DarkowFirst Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Coverage of Rural Life or Agriculture
Missourian Staff First Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Headline Writing
Missourian StaffFirst Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Photo Illustration
Julia HansenThe Last Straw November 2018 First Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Story About Education
Nancy ColemanFor student parents at MU, finding child care remains an uphill climb First Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Local Business Coverage
Missourian StaffBest Local Business Coverage First Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Health Story
Alexis AllisonBearing the burden: How racism-related stress hurts America's blackmothers and babies
First Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best News or Feature Obituary
Alexis AllisonEdwin Schnell First Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best News or Feature Series
Alexis Allison, Dylan Sherman, Noah Higgins-Dunn, Sten Spinella, Kristin Blake and Annabel AmesOpportunity Gap First Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Video
Cameron La Fontaine and Joey SchneiderBaseball: a Lifetime of Lessons First Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Titus WuIn rural Missouri, going to jail isn't free. You pay for it. First Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Feature Story
Ann MarionRecovering remains: using sonar to locate missing persons First Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best News Story
Sam A. ManasUPDATE: City manager warned Police Chief Burton about work habits First Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Sports News Story or Package
Ryan Herrera, Matt Antonic, Jake Sutherlin and Langston NewsomeFootball on the Defensive: Columbia schools fight declining nationalnumbers
First Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Page Design
Missourian StaffPreacher First Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Overall DesignSecond Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Information Graphic
Tynan StewartColumbia at 200 Second Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Front PageSecond Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Feature Photograph
Jessi DodgeLevi Bedall Second Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Photo Illustration
N. Andrew Dent IIIFall Arts Guide October 2018 Second Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Story About Education
Kyle LahucikUM wants to chart a new course in research. So it's building a 'gamechanger.'
Second Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best News or Feature Obituary
Annalise AcuffNathan Blount Second Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best News or Feature Series
Kathryn Hardison, Lydia Nusbaum, Dylan Jackson, Mica Soellner, Trevor Hook and Annika MerrileesDisconnected: A Missourian special report on rural broadband Second Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Video
Rayna SimsTruckstop Ministries Second Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Kathryn HardisonMilked dry: Missouri's diminishing dairy industry at a crossroads Second Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best News or Feature Special Section
Missourian StaffBoomtown Second Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Sports Feature Story
DJ McGuireThe winner of this race? Sportsmanship Second Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Story About History
Alexander RansomWakenda locals remember the area before the flood Second Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Story About the Outdoors
Jared KaufmanCatfishing continues to be a generational pastime Second Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Sports News Story or Package
Reed Koutelas and David Sack'A brutal blow:' Reactions to Jontay Porter's season-ending injury Second Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia General ExcellenceSecond Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Page Design
Missourian StaffDream Queen Second Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Community Service
Missourian StaffColumbia Missourian Progress Awards Second Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Information Graphic
Allyson VasilopulosHow a diverging diamond interchange works Third Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Sports Feature Photograph
Antranik TavitianBattle linebacker Elias Edwards shows his emotions at halftime Third Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Health Story
Alexis AllisonCentral Missouri sees dramatic increase in HIV diagnoses Third Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best News or Feature Obituary
Claire MitzelAndrea Kirkpatrick Third Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best News or Feature Series
Kathryn HardisonMilked dry: Missouri's diminishing dairy industry at a crossroads Third Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Video
Qinghui KongU.S. Army Jazz Ambassadors Third Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Anna Brett and Tessa WeinbergIn rural Missouri, response to sexual assault is uneven and uncertain Third Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Feature Story
Madison McVanGirls find strength, community in weightlifting Third Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best News or Feature Special Section
Missourian StaffHomecoming 2018 Third Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Sports Feature Story
Eli Lederman'Make an impact': Are all those Missouri uniforms fashion dos or fashiondon'ts?
Third Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Story About Religion
Hannah Musick and Antranik TavitianCommunity working together for Islamic Center's long-planned expansion
Third Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best News Photograph
Abigail YoungBraden Grathwohl, 11, watches his father, Nick Grathwohl help LisaJordan over the creek
Third Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Story About the Outdoors
Noah Higgins-Dunn, Alexis Allison and Cary LittlejohnTwo Columbia-area hikers found dead in Alaska backcountry Third Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Investigative Reporting
Anna Brett and Tessa WeinbergIn rural Missouri, response to sexual assault is uneven and uncertain Third Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best News Story
Anna BrettAs silence cloaks allegations of violent bullying in a tiny community, anews weekly fights back with facts
Third Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Photo Package
Liv Paggiarino, Jacob Moscovitch, Clare Rothand Jenna Kieser
Thunderstruck Third Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Community Service
Nancy Coleman and Elena K. CruzColumbia Missourian Regional Spelling Bee Third Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Sports Pages
Missourian StaffThird Place
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Information Graphic
Alexis AllisonExemption area covers most of Missouri Honorable Mention
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Coverage of Government
Missourian StaffMidterm Ballot Issues Honorable Mention
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Military Story
MC CrossColumbia veteran fights for her rights as transgender woman Honorable Mention
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best News or Feature Series
Alexander Ransom, Jared Kaufman, Ann Marion, Sharon Mai and Lauren PuckettThicker than water: stories from the Missouri River Honorable Mention
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Feature Story
Margaret AustinLinda Powers helps husband and former MU football coach battleAlzheimer's
Honorable Mention
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Story About Religion
Annalise Acuff and Kathryn HardisonUPDATE: Names released of those accused of sexual abuse in JeffersonCity Diocese
Honorable Mention
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Story About the Outdoors
Alexis AllisonRiver man: How Jeff Barrow's love for water unites Missourians Honorable Mention
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Investigative Reporting
Titus WuIn rural Missouri, going to jail isn't free. You pay for it Honorable Mention
Columbia Missourian, Columbia Best Sports News Story or Package
Eli LedermanSometimes it's not in our hands:' MU looks within – and to thepast – to ensure player safety
Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceCommunity News, O'Fallon Magazine/Alternative Publication
Mathew DeKinder, Robert Huneke, Brett Auten and Becky BrockmannCrossRoads First Place
Community News, O'Fallon Best Columnist- Humorous
Cindy MooreMoore on life Second Place
Community News, O'Fallon Magazine/Alternative Publication
Mathew DeKinder, Robert Huneke, Charlotte Beard and Melissa NordmannOur Town Second Place
Community News, O'Fallon Best Sports Feature Story
Brett AutenGoing for gold Third Place
Community News, O'Fallon Best Story About the Outdoors
Brett AutenHunting for hunger Third Place
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceCourier-Tribune, Liberty General Excellence
First Place
Courier-Tribune, Liberty Best Coverage of Government
Amanda LubinskiCounty official back pay First Place
Courier-Tribune, Liberty Best Photo Package
Kellie HouxJesse James Festival Second Place
Courier-Tribune, Liberty Best Coverage of Government
Amanda LubinskiClerk's office staff pay Second Place
Courier-Tribune, Liberty Best News or Feature Series
Amanda Lubinski, Kellie Houx and Sean RobertsStop Suicide Second Place
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceDaily Express & News, Kirksville Best Investigative Reporting
Jason HunsickerLobbyists spent more than $500K on Mo. lawmakers in '18 First Place
Daily Express & News, Kirksville Best Coverage of Government
Jason HunsickerCampaign finance reports First Place
Daily Express & News, Kirksville Best Sports News Story or Package
Austin MillerTruman cuts men's tennis, wrestling First Place
Daily Express & News, Kirksville Best Columnist- Serious
Jason HunsickerJason Hunsicker - My Take First Place
Daily Express & News, Kirksville Best Investigative Reporting
Jessica KarinsR-III considers virtual school Second Place
Daily Express & News, Kirksville Best Health Story
Jason HunsickerDr. Marberry brings practice back to Kirksville Second Place
Daily Express & News, Kirksville Best News or Feature Special Section
Danielle Brown, Jason Hunsicker and Austin MillerKirksville Daily Express - Progress Second Place
Daily Express & News, Kirksville Best Military Story
Jessica KarinsThey served their country during World War II; they're still waiting forrecognition
Second Place
Daily Express & News, Kirksville General ExcellenceSecond Place
Daily Express & News, Kirksville Best Online Newspaper or Website
Jason Hunsicker, Jessica Karins and Austin MillerThird Place
Daily Express & News, Kirksville Best Overall Design
Jason Hunsicker, Austin Miller and Danielle BrownThird Place
Daily Express & News, Kirksville Best Investigative Reporting
Jason HunsickerO'Laughlin continues to hold massive fundraising edge Third Place
Daily Express & News, Kirksville Best Coverage of Government
Jason Hunsicker Lobbyists spent more than $500K on Mo. lawmakers in '18 Third Place
Daily Express & News, Kirksville Best Health Story
Danielle BrownHealth Council moves to better serve new residents from the Congo Third Place
Daily Express & News, Kirksville Best Story About Religion
Jessica KarinsFirst Baptist celebrates 150th anniversary Third Place
Daily Express & News, Kirksville Best Sports News Story or Package
Austin MillerGophers bound for Final Four Third Place
Daily Express & News, Kirksville Best Health Story
Danielle BrownATSU takes simulations to next level Honorable Mention
Daily Express & News, Kirksville Best Story About History
Jessica KarinsThey served their country during World War II; they're still waiting forrecognition
Honorable Mention
Daily Express & News, Kirksville Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Jason HunsickerKirksville family harvests giant surprise from garden Honorable Mention
Daily Express & News, Kirksville Best Feature Story
Jessica KarinsA day in the life of Americans in poverty Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceDouglas County Herald, Ava Best Columnist- Serious
Sue Curry JonesThe Snoop Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceEdina Sentinel, Edina Best Investigative Reporting
Echo Menges and Mike ScottKnox County School Assault Coverage Second Place
Edina Sentinel, Edina Multi-Media Reporting
Echo Menges and Mike ScottSheriff Forced Out Second Place
Edina Sentinel, Edina Best Business Story
Echo MengesHometown Business Second Place
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceEldon Advertiser, Eldon Tilghman Cloud Memorial Editorial Award
Trevor VernonVernon's Views Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of EntryAward Winner(s) PlaceGasconade County Republican, Owensville Best Coverage of Government
Dave MarnerGovernment Coverage-Gov.Greitens First Place
Gasconade County Republican, Owensville Best Photo Package
Dave Marner, Jacob Warden and Dennis WardenGraduation First Place
Gasconade County Republican, Owensville Best Overall DesignSecond Place
Gasconade County Republican, Owensville Best Business Story
Dave MarnerLSC Communications Second Place
Gasconade County Republican, Owensville Best Photo Package
Dave MarnerTea Fire Calls Second Place
Gasconade County Republican, Owensville Best Health Story
Linda TrestCat head lost in the mail creates serious problems for Rosebud woman Second Place
Gasconade County Republican, Owensville Best Feature Story
Roxie MurphyKorean War veteran ready to share story Third Place
Gasconade County Republican, Owensville Best Breaking News Story
Roxie MurphyBlaze Tuesday afternoon destroys Bland residence, injures owner's son Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceGreenfield Vedette, Greenfield Best Online Newspaper or Website
Staff39 The Vedette First Place
Greenfield Vedette, Greenfield Best Business Story
James McNaryIconic Dairy Isle Drive-In to Reopen Under New Ownership First Place
Greenfield Vedette, Greenfield Best Overall Design
Gina Langston, Lavinia Thornhill, James McNary and Bob JacksonThird Place
Greenfield Vedette, Greenfield Best Story About Education
James McNaryReenactors, spectators invade Third Place
Greenfield Vedette, Greenfield General Excellence
Gina Langston, Lavinia Thornhill, James McNary and Bob JacksonThird Place
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceHannibal Courier-Post, Hannibal Best Sports Photograph
Mathew KirbyCorner of his muddy eye First Place
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceHouston Herald, Houston Best Information Graphic
Jeff McNiellSheriff's department crumbles First Place
Houston Herald, Houston Best Photo Illustration
Jeff McNiellSnapshot First Place
Houston Herald, Houston Best News Photograph
Doug DavisonWater cannon First Place
Houston Herald, Houston Best News or Feature Special Section
Jeff McNiell Hit year for Tigers First Place
Houston Herald, Houston Best Military Story
Doug DavisonThe Door Gunner First Place
Houston Herald, Houston Best Feature Photograph
Jeff McNiellHomecoming 9-20-18 First Place
Houston Herald, Houston Best Breaking News Story
Jeff McNiellSheriff arrested First Place
Houston Herald, Houston Best Sports Feature Photograph
Jeff McNiellPractice with Marines First Place
Houston Herald, Houston Best Information Graphic
Jeff McNiellPolice busier than ever Second Place
Houston Herald, Houston Best Sports Pages
Jeff McNiellSecond Place
Houston Herald, Houston Best Coverage of Rural Life or Agriculture
Doug DavisonSecond Place
Houston Herald, Houston Best Video
Jeff McNiell39-year-old Houston man from Ethiopia goes sledding for first time Second Place
Houston Herald, Houston Best Page Design
Jeff McNiellHerald Live Third Place
Houston Herald, Houston Best Information Graphic
Jeff McNiellMonopoly football schedule Third Place
Houston Herald, Houston Best Front PageThird Place
Houston Herald, Houston Best Investigative Reporting
Brad GentryTomaszewski joins sheriff's department, others leave in numbers Third Place
Houston Herald, Houston Community Service
Brad GentryHerald's role in Downtown Houston's major initiative (Melba) Third Place
Houston Herald, Houston Best Photo Package
Jeff McNiellFootball practice with marines Third Place
Houston Herald, Houston Best Sports Feature Photograph
Jeff McNiellMoment of silence Third Place
Houston Herald, Houston Best News or Feature Series
Jeff McNiell, Brad Gentry and Doug DavisonSheriff arrested Third Place
Houston Herald, Houston Best Local Business Coverage
Doug DavisonHonorable Mention
Houston Herald, Houston Best Sports News Story or Package
Jeff McNiellBad dudes Honorable Mention
Houston Herald, Houston Best Story About Education
Jeff McNiellAfter shooting threats, school considers adding officer Honorable Mention
Houston Herald, Houston Best Editorial Pages
Brad GentryBest Editorial Page - Houston Herald Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceIndependence Examiner, Independence Best Columnist- Humorous
Jeff FoxSqueezed by government again Second Place
Independence Examiner, Independence Best Sports News Story or Package
Michael SmithUnlikely hero lifts Wildcats Third Place
Independence Examiner, Independence General ExcellenceThird Place
Independence Examiner, Independence Best Sports Columnist
Bill AlthausBill Althaus Honorable Mention
Independence Examiner, Independence Best Columnist- Serious
Jeff FoxGrateful for this moment Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceJackson County Advocate, Grandview Best Story About History
Mary WilsonForgotten Cemetery First Place
Jackson County Advocate, Grandview Best Story About Religion
Mary WilsonFlourish Furnishings Ministry First Place
Jackson County Advocate, Grandview Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Mary WilsonCommunity Garden in Terrace Lake Second Place
Jackson County Advocate, Grandview Best Coverage of Government
Mary WilsonGrandview Municipal Court Second Place
Jackson County Advocate, Grandview Best News or Feature Series
Mary WilsonSoccer Complex - Gateway Village Third Place
Jackson County Advocate, Grandview Best Business Story
Mary WilsonArea's Oldest Operating Auction House Third Place
Jackson County Advocate, Grandview Best Sports Feature Story
Brent KalweiHaynes continues to carry records and memories Third Place
Jackson County Advocate, Grandview Best Sports News Story or Package
Brent KalweiState Champions - Basketball Honorable Mention
Jackson County Advocate, Grandview Best Sports Feature Story
Brent KalweiWilliams signs to play with his hometown team Honorable Mention
Jackson County Advocate, Grandview Best Coverage of Government
Mary WilsonGrandview Rental Registration and Inspection Programs Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceJefferson County Leader, Festus Best Health Story
Gordon BessFestus teen diabetes First Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Business Story
Steve TaylorCrystal City PPG First Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Newspaper In Education Project
STAFFLeader Teen Advisory Board First Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Local Business Coverage
StaffJefferson County Leader First Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best News or Feature Obituary
Laura Marlow Adleigh Hartog First Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Investigative Reporting
Steve TaylorWieland, lobbyist gifts First Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Editorial Pages
StaffJefferson County Leader First Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Community Service
STAFFLeader Teen Advisory Board First Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Columnist- Serious
Peggy BessPeggy Bess First Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Military Story
Laura MarlowFestus engineer water First Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Feature Story
Laura MarlowBrischle 5 years later Second Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Story About History
Gordon BessMcCulloughs color line Second Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best News or Feature Special Section
STAFFLeader Wedding Fair Second Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Headline Writing
StaffSecond Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Editorial Cartoon
Judy DixonParty Without Stout Second Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Mary McKinstryHappy hunting morels Second Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Health Story
Peggy BessSenior Dental Van Third Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best News Photograph
Ron RigdonHanging on Third Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Sports Photograph
Ted HowellLevitation, 9-13 Third Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Breaking News Story
Peggy Bess and Kim RobertsonHillsboro impeach mayor Third Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Story About Religion
Gordon BessUpward Strides Third Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Tilghman Cloud Memorial Editorial Award
STAFFLicense office nonprofit Third Place
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best News or Feature Special Section
STAFFJefferson County Bicentennial Honorable Mention
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Front PageHonorable Mention
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Editorial Cartoon
Judy DixonRats, Independent expenditures Honorable Mention
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Online Newspaper or Website
StaffJefferson County Leader Honorable Mention
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Story About the Outdoors
Gordon BessOutdoorsman conquers Appalachian Trail Honorable Mention
Jefferson County Leader, Festus Best Columnist- Serious
Pat MartinPatrick Martin Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceJoplin Globe, Joplin Best Feature Photograph
Roger NomerMartin Luther King balloon day First Place
Joplin Globe, Joplin Best Feature Story
Emily YounkerOne year later: Nicodemus, Russell families brace for anniversary oflosing sons to tragedy
First Place
Joplin Globe, Joplin Best Editorial
StaffThere must be words First Place
Joplin Globe, Joplin General ExcellenceFirst Place
Joplin Globe, Joplin Best Military Story
Kimberly BarkerWWII veteran plays music for love of country, late wife First Place
Joplin Globe, Joplin Magazine/Alternative Publication
Kevin McClintockJMag - Joplin Metro Magazine Second Place
Joplin Globe, Joplin Best Editorial Pages
StaffThird Place
Joplin Globe, Joplin Best Feature Story
Kevin McClintockKerry Sachetta's 57-year hunt for biological family comes to fruition Third Place
Joplin Globe, Joplin Best News or Feature Special Section
Emily YounkerMen can't get breast cancer … and other myths Third Place
Joplin Globe, Joplin Best Investigative Reporting
Jordan Larimore and Emily YounkerAnatomy of a Tragedy Third Place
Joplin Globe, Joplin Best Page Design
Brent FisherBlack History Month Notable Missourians Third Place
Joplin Globe, Joplin Best Overall Design
Brent FisherHonorable Mention
Joplin Globe, Joplin Best Feature Story
Kevin McClintockLocal historian visits World War I sites, walking in the 'footsteps' of hisgrandfather
Honorable Mention
Joplin Globe, Joplin Best Story About the Outdoors
Andy OstmeyerOzarks was home to 'last group of untouched rivers' in the country Honorable Mention
Joplin Globe, Joplin Best Editorial
StaffNo excuse for ignorance of Sunshine Law Honorable Mention
Joplin Globe, Joplin Best Story About History
Kimberly BarkerBerlin woman shares stories of 'Candy Bomber' Honorable Mention
Joplin Globe, Joplin Best Page Design
Nathan MillsStampede Honorable Mention
Joplin Globe, Joplin Best Breaking News Story
Jordan Larimore and Joe HadsallAs Branson tourists, residents mourn victims, NTSB launchesinvestigation
Honorable Mention
Joplin Globe, Joplin Best Columnist- Serious
Carol StarkCarol Stark Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceKansas City Star, Kansas City Best Online Newspaper or Website
StaffFirst Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Overall DesignFirst Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Information Graphic
Neil NakahodoUnsolved homicides First Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Sports Photograph
John SleezerMahomes southpaw pass First Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Video
Jill ToyoshibaLiberty Memorial ablaze with animated poppies in dramatic WWIcommemoration
First Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Investigative Reporting
Mike HendricksLethal inaction: As fatal truck crashes surge, U.S. government won'tmake an easy fix
First Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best News or Feature Series
Ian Cummings, Glenn E. Rice and Tony RizzoStalk. Murder. Repeat. First Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Health Story
Andy MarsoFree drug saved the life of JoCo family's son. But soon it will cost$375,000 a year
First Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Story About History
David FreseIt began with a headache: KC polio survivor is one of last iron lung usersin U.S.
First Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Community Service
Laura Bauer, Hunter Woodall and Bryan Lowry Town halls tackle government secrecy First Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Front PageSecond Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Sports Columnist
Sam MellingerSecond Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Information Graphic
Neil NakahodoTruck safety Second Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Feature Photograph
Tammy LjungbladChild Bride Second Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Editorial Pages
Colleen Nelson, Melinda Henneberger, Dave Helling, Derek Donovan, Toriano Porter and Steve KraskeSecond Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Feature Story
Lauren FoxShe helped a Lansing prisoner escape in a dog crate 12 years ago. Here'sher story
Second Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best News or Feature Obituary
Judy L. Thomas, Laura Bauer and Matt CampbellMike McGraw, Pulitzer-winning investigative reporter, dies at 69 Second Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Multi-Media Reporting
StaffTragedy on Table Rock Lake, the first 24 hours Second Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Sports Pages
The Kansas City StarSecond Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Story About Education
Katy BergenCritics say fraternities are beyond hope. Mizzou is trying to prove themwrong.
Second Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Video
Shelly YangKansas City polio survivor is one of last iron lung users in U.S. Second Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Editorial
Melinda Henneberger and Dave HellingKC Star Greitens editorial Second Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Health Story
Kelsey Ryan and Andy MarsoHow a small company above a N.J. pizza parlor put Kansas nursing homeresidents at risk
Second Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Sports Feature Photograph
John SleezerTyreek Hill cameraman Second Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Breaking News Story
Jason Hancock, Bryan Lowry, Steve Vockrodt, Lindsay Wise, Allison Kite and Joseph BustosGreitens resigns Second Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Military Story
Rick MontgomeryKansas vet's family may have to leave U.S. over adopted daughter'simmigration status
Second Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Sports Photograph
John SleezerTouchdown reception Third Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Coverage of Government
Lindsay Wise, Jason Hancock and Steve VockrodtOut-of-state political consultants helped direct Josh Hawley's MissouriAG office
Third Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best News Story
Hunter Woodall, Bryan Lowry, Jessica Huseman and Blake PatersonKobach promised cities help. It cost them millions - and powered hispolitical rise
Third Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best News or Feature Series
Eric AdlerMissouri's Child Brides Third Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Editorial
Dave HellingKC Star Hawley editorial Third Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Health Story
Andy MarsoOpioid backlash: Kansas Citians in chronic pain say fewer doctors willprescribe meds
Third Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Story About Religion
Judy L. ThomasJustice revisited Third Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Columnist- Serious
Melinda HennebergerMelinda Henneberger columns Third Place
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best News Story
Max LondbergBeyond 'Satanic Panic': Agent has theory on 30-year mystery of missing teen
Honorable Mention
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Video
Shelly YangThe incredible touching story of Dr. Moo Moo Honorable Mention
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Best Investigative Reporting
Mara' Rose Williams and Mike HendricksProfessor used students as servants. UMKC knew and didn't stop him Honorable Mention
Kansas City Star, Kansas City Community Service
Rick Montgomery, Michael Wells, Mary Kate Metivier, Bill Turque and Joanna MarshWhat's your KCQ? We answer your questions about Kansas City Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceLake Sun Leader, Camdenton Best Feature Photograph
Mitch PrenticeLight Up the Night at the Bagnell Dam First Place
Lake Sun Leader, Camdenton Best Sports Feature Photograph
Michael LoschCelebrating a win at state First Place
Lake Sun Leader, Camdenton Best Sports Feature Story
Michael LoschRaising the expectations at Eldon Second Place
Lake Sun Leader, Camdenton Best Sports News Story or Package
Michael LoschEldon's Gulshen enshrined in Missouri Sports Hall of Fame Second Place
Lake Sun Leader, Camdenton Best Sports Photograph
Mitch PrenticeCamdenton Mid-Air Interception Second Place
Lake Sun Leader, Camdenton Best Feature Photograph
Mitch PrenticeSwift Water Rescue Training Third Place
Lake Sun Leader, Camdenton Best Sports Feature Photograph
Michael LoschWinning a district championship Third Place
Lake Sun Leader, Camdenton Best News Photograph
Mitch PrenticePlaying at the Hillbilly Fair Third Place
Lake Sun Leader, Camdenton Best Sports Feature Story
Michael LoschThe Hillbilly Hammer Third Place
Lake Sun Leader, Camdenton Best Sports Feature Photograph
Michael Losch3rd place at state Honorable Mention
Lake Sun Leader, Camdenton Best Sports Feature Story
Michael LoschCamdenton grad preps on Lake of the Ozarks for rowing season Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceLakeExpo, Osage Beach Best Story About the Outdoors
Sara HalversonArmadillos In The Ozarks First Place
LakeExpo, Osage Beach Best Online Newspaper or Website
Brent Simpson, Nathan Bechtold, Sara Halverson, Emily Smith, Mike Kircher and Janet DabbsSecond Place
LakeExpo, Osage Beach Best Headline Writing
Nathan Bechtold, Jay Eastlick, Connye Griffin, Al Griffin and Sara HalversonSecond Place
LakeExpo, Osage Beach Best Feature Story
Nathan BechtoldHumble Plumber On A Pontoon Second Place
LakeExpo, Osage Beach Best Breaking News Story
Sara Halverson and Nathan BechtoldChildren Killed In Fire Second Place
LakeExpo, Osage Beach Best Coverage of Government
Nathan BechtoldHostility, Defamation Suits, & Retaliation In The County Courthouse Third Place
LakeExpo, Osage Beach Best Story About Education
Nathan BechtoldSPARK! Student Activists Third Place
LakeExpo, Osage Beach Best Breaking News Story
Janet DabbsTram Plummets Down Hillside Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceLebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Page Design
Megan GibbsUFO sightings First Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Photo Package
Steve SmithActive shooter training First Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Photo Illustration
Shawna BradleyTeacher turnover First Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best News or Feature Series
Steve Smith, Fines Massey, Chris Roden and Shawna BradleyRemember us: fatality fire First Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Story About the Outdoors
Chris RodenHealing waters First Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Story About Religion
Laura ValentiCamp David First Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Story About Education
Chris RodenPerfect attendance First Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best News Photograph
Fines MasseyRemember Us First Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best News or Feature Special Section
Fines Massey, Shawna Bradley, Jennifer Early and Beth ChismDay in the life First Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Military Story
Chris RodenHealing waters First Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Chris RodenTraining the stars First Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Editorial
Fines MasseyA week Lebanon First Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon General ExcellenceFirst Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Magazine/Alternative Publication
Fines MasseyTrout Talk First Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Breaking News Story
Fines MasseySchool Threat First Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Page Design
Fines MasseyDeadpool 2 Second Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Photo Package
Chris RodenKids Fishing Day Second Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Editorial Pages
Fines MasseySecond Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Photo Illustration
Shawna BradleyMissouri votes Second Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best News or Feature Series
Fines MasseySchool bond issue Second Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Story About Religion
Steve SmithIreland to Missouri Second Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Story About Education
Fines MasseyBuses Second Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Breaking News Story
Steve SmithWoman Found Dead Second Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Page Design
Shawna BradleyMissouri State Night Third Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Headline Writing
Fines MasseyThird Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Story About Education
Chris RodenTwo decades of leading Third Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Story About History
Laura Valenti Once upon a time Third Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Chris RodenHoney Creek Third Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Breaking News Story
Fines MasseyPolice investigate murder Third Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best News or Feature Obituary
Kirk PearceLongtime attorney Third Place
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Page Design
Megan GibbsLincoln assassination Honorable Mention
Lebanon Daily Record, Lebanon Best Business Story
Chris RodenFinal Chapter Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceLexington News, Lexington Best Story About History
Joe ParmonWoman writes about trailblazing grandmother Third Place
Lexington News, Lexington Best News Photograph
Joe ParmonBushwhacker gets whacked Third Place
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceLincoln New Era, Windsor Best News or Feature Series
Dianne PeckWill People Be Obsolete? First Place
Lincoln New Era, Windsor Best Columnist- Serious
Dianne PeckSo In The Echo Second Place
Lincoln New Era, Windsor Best News or Feature Obituary
Dianne PeckCowboys Take Friend For Last Ride Third Place
Lincoln New Era, Windsor Best Columnist- Serious
Dianne PeckEnjoying The View Third Place
Lincoln New Era, Windsor Best Columnist- Serious
Dianne PeckMakes My Mouth Water Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceMaries County Advocate, Belle Best Sports Photograph
Jacob WardenGRRRRR of a Chamption First Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best Photo Package
Dave MarnerBelle Fire First Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best Breaking News Story
Roxie MurphyBland Fire First Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best Page Design
StaffVichy Wood Carver First Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best Feature Photograph
Jacob WardenDumping Pig First Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best Coverage of Government
Laura SchiermeierLawsuit against Opioid Companies First Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best Overall DesignSecond Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best Sports Photograph
Neal JohnsonGoalie Dive Second Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best Military Story
Roxie MurphyChance Encounter Second Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best News Photograph
Dave MarnerGarage attack Second Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best Story About Education
Laura SchiermeierReceives two art Teaching awards Second Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best Photo Package
Jacob WardenDonkey Basketball Second Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best Story About the Outdoors
Laura SchiermeierBears Spotted Second Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best Sports Feature Photograph
Jacob WardenTough Win Second Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best News or Feature Series
Roxie Murphy and Dave MarnerBland man dead from Gunshot Second Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best Health Story
Laura SchiermeierLocal woman fights cancer Second Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best News Story
Roxie MurphyHomicide Victium's Wife Second Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best Page Design
StaffHEavy Hitters Second Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best Front PageThird Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best Photo Package
Jacob WardenDancers Third Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best Sports News Story or Package
Will Johnson and Jacob WardenCongrats Eagles Third Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best News Story
Laura SchiermeierVoilent Owensville Man Third Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best Coverage of Government
Roxie MurphyOutsourcing Belle PD Third Place
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best News Photograph
Jacob WardenBox of Fire Honorable Mention
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best Photo Package
Jacob WardenBland Fire Honorable Mention
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best News or Feature Series
Roxie MurphySchool Security Office Honorable Mention
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best Business Story
StaffWarden Publishing acquires UD Honorable Mention
Maries County Advocate, Belle Best News or Feature Special Section
StaffFirst Ladies Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceMarshall Democrat-News, Marshall Best Story About History
Whitney BarnesCongressional Gold Medal Second Place
Marshall Democrat-News, Marshall Magazine/Alternative PublicationSaline County Veterans Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceMarshfield Mail, Marshfield Best Sports News Story or Package
Dane LaleWho's Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf? First Place
Marshfield Mail, Marshfield Best Story About the Outdoors
Karen Craigo Snow geese pay a visit to Marshfield First Place
Marshfield Mail, Marshfield Best Columnist- Serious
Dane LaleThree columns by Dane Lale Second Place
Marshfield Mail, Marshfield Best Sports Feature Story
Dane LaleStrafford girls poised to have strongest basketball season yet Third Place
Marshfield Mail, Marshfield Best Columnist- Humorous
Dane LaleThree columns by Dane Lale Third Place
Marshfield Mail, Marshfield Best Story About History
Sarah BicknellWar from the eyes of a Hiroshima survivor Third Place
Marshfield Mail, Marshfield Best Columnist- Serious
Karen CraigoThree columns by Karen Craigo Third Place
Marshfield Mail, Marshfield Best Story About Religion
Karen CraigoPeace Lutheran a beacon for 25 years Honorable Mention
Marshfield Mail, Marshfield Best Story About History
Sarah BicknellFamily gravestone in Niangua leads to investigation ... Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of EntryAward Winner(s) PlaceMexico Ledger, Mexico Best Headline Writing
Mexico Ledger StaffSecond Place
Mexico Ledger, Mexico Multi-Media Reporting
Sarah SabatkeSpecial delivery: Company bonds UPS driver and teen Third Place
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceMissouri Lawyers Weekly, St. Louis Best Feature Story
Scott LauckThe Passion of Charlie Harris First Place
Missouri Lawyers Weekly, St. Louis Best Overall Design
Ryan O'Shea and Matt FosterSecond Place
Missouri Lawyers Weekly, St. Louis Best Business Story
Jessica ShumakerBack to work... Second Place
Missouri Lawyers Weekly, St. Louis Best Headline Writing
Ryan O'SheaThird Place
Missouri Lawyers Weekly, St. Louis General ExcellenceHonorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceMoberly Monitor-Index, Moberly Best News Story
Erik CliburnMurder to serve 5 life sentences Second Place
Moberly Monitor-Index, Moberly Best Feature Story
Erik CliburnCommunity Kitchen volunteers look to give back through service Third Place
Moberly Monitor-Index, Moberly Community Service
Erik CliburnFire department's unfunded needs pile up Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceMonett Times, Monett Best Health Story
Melonie RobertsMonettan Hoping for Cure First Place
Monett Times, Monett Best Sports Feature Photograph
Jared LankfordPurdy Bird Fight Second Place
Monett Times, Monett Best Coverage of Government
Murray BishoffVerona Council Second Place
Monett Times, Monett Best News or Feature Obituary
Murray BishoffA Great Friend Second Place
Monett Times, Monett Best News Story
Murray BishoffMonett July 4th Third Place
Monett Times, Monett Best Sports Columnist
Jared LankfordSports Columnist Lankford Third Place
Monett Times, Monett Best Sports Photograph
Jared LankfordLady Cubs Championship Third Place
Monett Times, Monett Best Sports News Story or Package
Jared LankfordClass by Themselves Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceMound City News, Mound City Best Health Story
Dennis SharkeyThe doctor is in; and out and about Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceNews Tribune, Jefferson City Best Coverage of Government
Bob Watson, Joe Gamm, Gerry Tritz and News Tribune StaffEric Greitens scandals First Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Editorial PagesFirst Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Story About Religion
Joe GammJefferson City bishop examines role of deacons First Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Sports Columnist
Tom RackersPress Box First Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Editorial
Gerry TritzCommunication needed for prosecutor problem, not a charter change First Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City General ExcellenceFirst Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Community Service
StaffA Christmas Wish First Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Sports Pages
News Tribune StaffFirst Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Editorial Cartoon
Jim DykeSheep Second Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Sports Feature Photograph
Jenna KieserTouchdown reaction Second Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Health Story
Joe GammBanded together Second Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Story About Religion
Joe GammNew shepherd meets his flock Second Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Sports Columnist
Greg JacksonPress Box Second Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Editorial
Gerry TritzFor Missouri, Greitens should resign immediately Second Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Investigative Reporting
Rebecca MartinChild care desert Second Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Business Story
Rebecca MartinGoing out in style Second Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Editorial Cartoon
Jim DykeMary Jane Third Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Front PageThird Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Sports Photograph
Jason StricklandOut at home Third Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Magazine/Alternative Publication
Samantha Pogue and News Tribune StaffHER Magazine Third Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Page Design
Molly MorrisNews Tribune Style Third Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Breaking News Story
Jeff HaldimanBody of missing boy found Third Place
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Overall DesignHonorable Mention
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Editorial Cartoon
Jim DykePresumed Honorable Mention
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Story About Education
Phillip SitterWiggle, wobble, bounce Honorable Mention
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Health Story
Joe GammPower of the punch Honorable Mention
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best News or Feature Special Section
News Tribune StaffGoal Lines Honorable Mention
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Editorial
Gerry TritzKeep faith in the Johnson Amendment Honorable Mention
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best News Story
Rebecca MartinChild care desert Honorable Mention
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Photo Package
Jason Strickland and Jenna KieserBlair Oaks vs. Lathrop Honorable Mention
News Tribune, Jefferson City Best Page Design
Molly MorrisNews Tribune Style Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceNortheast News, Kansas City Tilghman Cloud Memorial Editorial Award
Michael BushnellGiving Voice First Place
Northeast News, Kansas City Best Editorial Pages
Michael Bushnell and Bryan StalderNortheast News editorial pages Second Place
Northeast News, Kansas City Tilghman Cloud Memorial Editorial Award
Michael BushnellA free and unencumbered press Second Place
Northeast News, Kansas City Best Editorial Cartoon
Bryan StalderThis is fine. Third Place
Northeast News, Kansas City Best News or Feature Series
Michael Bushnell, Paul ThompsonControversial repair of deteriorating historic home series Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceOak Grove Focus, Oak Grove Best Story About Education
Ruth Ann HafnerDoherty leaves legacy as superintendent First Place
Oak Grove Focus, Oak Grove Best Health Story
Ruth Ann HafnerJessica Dean shares family's battle with asthma and allergies First Place
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceOdessan, Odessa Best Feature Story
Hannah SpaarA winning partnership Second Place
Odessan, Odessa Best Feature Photograph
Hannah SpaarPuddle Jumpers! 8-9-18 Second Place
Odessan, Odessa Best Sports Photograph
Kory HalesMiracle catch Third Place
Odessan, Odessa Best News Story
Hannah SpaarBates City ignores ordinance, staff connects water to "abandoned" trailer Third Place
Odessan, Odessa Best Story About Education
Hannah SpaarGoing new school Third Place
Odessan, Odessa Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Hannah Spaar A winning partnership Third Place
Odessan, Odessa Best Feature Story
Jordan WrightStained glass Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceOzark County Times, Gainesville Best News or Feature Series
Sue Ann Jones, Jessi Dreckman and Norene Prososki 2017 Historic flood - one year later Second Place
Ozark County Times, Gainesville Best Sports Photograph
Karla SmithJalen Evans Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlacePerry County Republic-Monitor, Perryville Best Overall Design
First Place
Perry County Republic-Monitor, Perryville Best Columnist- Humorous
Robert CoxWriting on the Wall First Place
Perry County Republic-Monitor, Perryville Best News Story
Robert CoxNot the end of the world First Place
Perry County Republic-Monitor, Perryville Best Editorial Cartoon
Debbie GahanBaby steps First Place
Perry County Republic-Monitor, Perryville Best Front PageSecond Place
Perry County Republic-Monitor, Perryville Best Columnist- Humorous
Beth DurremanRose Colored Glasses Second Place
Perry County Republic-Monitor, Perryville Best Breaking News Story
Robert CoxVandalism spree Second Place
Perry County Republic-Monitor, Perryville Best Coverage of Government
Robert CoxGov. Greitens resigns Second Place
Perry County Republic-Monitor, Perryville Best Breaking News Story
Robert CoxSuspect suicide Third Place
Perry County Republic-Monitor, Perryville Best Video
Robert CoxSound Bites Third Place
Perry County Republic-Monitor, Perryville Best News or Feature Special Section
Heather Wentz, Stephanie Vandeven and StaffMiraculous Medal centennial Honorable Mention
Perry County Republic-Monitor, Perryville Best News or Feature Obituary
Robert CoxLast Alarm Honorable Mention
Perry County Republic-Monitor, Perryville Best Editorial Cartoon
Debbie GahanCareer politician Honorable Mention
Perry County Republic-Monitor, Perryville Best Video
Robert CoxLast Alarm Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlacePress-News Journal, Canton Best News or Feature Obituary
Rita Cox, Paula Bichsel and Karin AlthoffRay "Shocker" Schafer Second Place
Press-News Journal, Canton Best News or Feature Obituary
Rita Cox and Karin AlthoffIn Loving Memory Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceQuincy Herald - Whig, Quincy Best News or Feature Special Section
StaffHeroes First Place
Quincy Herald - Whig, Quincy Best Story About the Outdoors
Matt SchuckmanNo Need for a Gun First Place
Quincy Herald - Whig, Quincy Best News or Feature Special Section
StaffSpring Farm and Field Second Place
Quincy Herald - Whig, Quincy Best Overall DesignThird Place
Quincy Herald - Whig, Quincy Best Front PageThird Place
Quincy Herald - Whig, Quincy Best Sports Pages
StaffThird Place
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceRichmond News, Richmond Best Page Design
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaMorphos First Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Local Business Coverage
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaFirst Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Investigative Reporting
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaClay County salaries First Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Sports Pages
Shawn Roney and Jack "Miles" VentimigliaFirst Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best News or Feature Obituary
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaOpioid death First Place
Richmond News, Richmond Community Service
Jack "Miles" VentimgliaOPIOIDS First Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Story About Education
Joy TippingGrievance First Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Sports Columnist
Shawn RoneyFirst Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Health Story
Teresa ShawKnitted Knockers First Place
Richmond News, Richmond Tilghman Cloud Memorial Editorial Award
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaDecorum, fairness still necessary First Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Photo Illustration
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaCocaine Second Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Sports Feature Story
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaMissouri Wrestling Second Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Story About Religion
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaTrail of Faith Second Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best News or Feature Obituary
Teresa ShawHit and Run Second Place
Richmond News, Richmond General ExcellenceSecond Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Story About History
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaA true WWII fish story Second Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Sports Feature Photograph
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaFading memories Second Place
Richmond News, Richmond Tilghman Cloud Memorial Editorial Award
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaCriminal negligence in Jeff City Second Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Overall DesignThird Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Photo Illustration
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaOpioids Third Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best News Photograph
Teresa ShawTwo injured in wreck Third Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Coverage of Rural Life or Agriculture
The Richmond NewsThird Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Military Story
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaSailor at Pearl Harbor Third Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Feature Photograph
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaFancy colors Third Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Sports News Story or Package
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaWinless Spartans Third Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Coverage of Government
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaClay County politics Third Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Story About the Outdoors
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaEating pests Third Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Editorial Cartoon
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaPigs at the public trough Third Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Editorial Pages
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaEditorial Pages Third Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Sports Columnist
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaThird Place
Richmond News, Richmond Tilghman Cloud Memorial Editorial Award
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaDo officeholders deserve $77k per year year? Third Place
Richmond News, Richmond Best Business Story
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaOnline Tax Honorable Mention
Richmond News, Richmond Best Information Graphic
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaFULL BALLOT Honorable Mention
Richmond News, Richmond Best Front PageHonorable Mention
Richmond News, Richmond Best Photo Illustration
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaProp A Honorable Mention
Richmond News, Richmond Best Sports Feature Story
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaHooves and Horns Honorable Mention
Richmond News, Richmond Best Photo Package
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaStart your engines Honorable Mention
Richmond News, Richmond Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Jack "Miles" VentimigliaJapanese Beetles Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceSalem News, Salem Best Feature Story
Andrew SheeleyFeatures.Andrew Sheeley First Place
Salem News, Salem Best Columnist- Serious
Donald DoddDonald Dodd First Place
Salem News, Salem Best Military Story
Andrew SheeleyAndrew Sheeley.Gulf War Veteran Second Place
Salem News, Salem Best Story About the Outdoors
Ben SheeleyOutdoors Ben Sheeley Second Place
Salem News, Salem Best Editorial Cartoon
Athena TivnanTivnan editorial cartoons Second Place
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceSedalia Democrat, Sedalia Best Military Story
Hope LecchiThe letters of war First Place
Sedalia Democrat, Sedalia Best Business Story
Nicole CookeFederal grant to expand industrial park First Place
Sedalia Democrat, Sedalia Best Columnist- Serious
Bob SatnanSatnan columns Second Place
Sedalia Democrat, Sedalia Best Military Story
Nicole CookeLocal Guard unit deploys overseas Third Place
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceShannon County Current Wave, Eminence Best Feature Photograph
Roger DillonStill Waters Second Place
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceSouth Cass Tribune, Harrisonville Best Columnist- Serious
Dennis MinichDennis Minich First Place
South Cass Tribune, Harrisonville Best Sports Feature Story
Dennis MinichRai of Sunshine First Place
South Cass Tribune, Harrisonville Best Feature Story
Dennis MinichMiracle boy Third Place
South Cass Tribune, Harrisonville Tilghman Cloud Memorial Editorial Award
Dennis MinichDecisions were difficult Third Place
South Cass Tribune, Harrisonville Best Story About History
Linda ThompsonMedal of Honor Honorable Mention
South Cass Tribune, Harrisonville Best News Story
Dennis MinichMiracle boy Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceSoutheast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Photo of the Year
Kassi JacksonScott City school lock down
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Overall DesignFirst Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Front Page
Southeast Missourian StaffFirst Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Feature Photograph
Kassi JacksonInaugural flag retirement ceremony First Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Sports Feature Photograph
Ben MatthewsSE football practice First Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Sports Photograph
Tyler GraefVying for rebound First Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best News or Feature Special SectionB Magazine (Progress) First Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Sports Feature Story
Phillip SuittsApple doesn't fall far for Crosnoe family First Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best News Photograph
Kassi JacksonScott City school lock down First Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Story About History
Marybeth NiederkornRIP, Dutchtown First Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Investigative Reporting
Mark Bliss and Bob MillerPursuit of Proof: The Lawless Murder First Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Photo Package
Kassi JacksonIzaak Pursley: Going beneath the surface First Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Breaking News Story
Bob MillerMo. Supreme Court: Robinson innocent First Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Multi-Media Reporting
Kassi Jackson, Ben Matthews and Bob MillerLIfe Without: Robinson freed Second Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Coverage of Government
Mark BlissSheriff Drury hires deputy despite allegation... Second Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Sports Photograph
Tyler GraefDives for ball Second Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Military Story
Ben MatthewsMarine vet uses art to deal with return to civilian life Second Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best News Photograph
Ben MatthewsFire destroys home Second Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best News Story
Bob MillerDetective in Robinson case placed on leave Second Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Photo Package
Kassi JacksonForgetting the neigh-sayers Second Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Sports PagesSecond Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Feature Photograph
Ben MatthewsJackson Homecomers Third Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Editorial PagesThird Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Headline WritingThird Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Photo Illustration
Kassi JacksonElsie Miller Third Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Local Business CoverageThird Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Story About History
Mark BlissUnder water: The relentless flood of '93 Third Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best EditorialHats off to developers on Courtyard opening Third Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Business Story
Marybeth NiederkornIt's not just soap -- it's hope Third Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Columnist- Serious
Jon K. RustGrieving Maryland...; First Lady...; 2018: Cape, Jackson move forward... Third Place
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Feature Photograph
Ben MatthewsHoops at Capaha Park Honorable Mention
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Sports Feature Photograph
Ben MatthewsScott City baseball loss Honorable Mention
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Sports Photograph
Ben MatthewsMud volleyball Honorable Mention
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Photo Illustration
Kassi JacksonBeauty of the line Honorable Mention
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best News or Feature Obituary
Marybeth NiederkornMarcellus Jones remembered by friends Honorable Mention
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Marybeth NiederkornRIP, Dutchtown Honorable Mention
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Sports Feature Story
Phillip SuittsMaking noise: Small, quiet and productive Honorable Mention
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best News Photograph
Ben MatthewsStabbing on North Park Honorable Mention
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Story About History
Joshua HartwigStory behind Jackson's 'mane' street icon Honorable Mention
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau General ExcellenceHonorable Mention
Southeast Missourian, Cape Girardeau Best Business Story
Marybeth NiederkornCourting Cape: New Marriott opens in downtown Cape Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceSpringfield News-Leader, Springfield Best News Story
Will SchmittConsent First Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Photo Package
Andrew JansenMedical Marijuana First Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Page Design
Jamie StadeMilly Sawyers Map First Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Business Story
Gregory J. HolmanHigh School Hair First Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Columnist- Serious
Steve PokinPokin First Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Overall DesignSecond Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Headline Writing
StaffSecond Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Coverage of Government
Alissa ZhuPedestrian Safety Second Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Sports Feature Story
Wyatt D. WheelerFight For Life Second Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Will SchmittTrade War Second Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Photo Package
Nathan PapesDying Dad Second Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Columnist- Serious
Stephen HerzogHerzog Second Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Information Graphic
Jamie StadeMilly Sawyers Map Third Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Coverage of Rural Life or Agriculture
StaffThird Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best News or Feature Obituary
Claudette RileyNick Hostler Third Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Multi-Media Reporting
StaffDuck Boat Third Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Story About the Outdoors
Wes JohnsonChronic Wasting Disease Third Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Video
Nathan PapesCanoe Art Third Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Sports Feature Photograph
Andrew JansenHuddle Third Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield General ExcellenceThird Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Breaking News Story
Wyatt D. WheelerMom Survives Third Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Community Service
Giacomo BolognaMilly Sawyers Third Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Military Story
Steve PokinCharity Check Third Place
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Information Graphic
StaffVoting Results Honorable Mention
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Photo Illustration
Andrew JansenBest Photo Illustration - Obediah Church Honorable Mention
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Feature Photograph
Andrew JansenOzark Empire Fair Honorable Mention
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best News Photograph
Andrew JansenTia Coleman Honorable Mention
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Coverage of Government
Harrison KeeganChild Porn Problem Honorable Mention
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Local Business Coverage
Staff25 Best Local Business Coverage Honorable Mention
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Sports Feature Story
Wyatt D. WheelerCall Her Coach Honorable Mention
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Sports Pages
StaffHonorable Mention
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Photo Package
Andrew JansenHit By Truck Honorable Mention
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Sports Feature Photograph
Andrew JansenCelebration Honorable Mention
Springfield News-Leader, Springfield Best Military Story
Steve PokinPurple Heart Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceSt. Clair County Courier, Osceola Best News Story
Brandy BourlandOsceola mayor apologizes First Place
St. Clair County Courier, Osceola Tilghman Cloud Memorial Editorial Award
Michael CrawfordCitizens are not a priority for Osceola elected officials First Place
St. Clair County Courier, Osceola Tilghman Cloud Memorial Editorial Award
Michael CrawfordIt's time to remember Osceola city officials are public servants Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceSt. Joseph News-Press, St. Joseph Best Headline Writing
Brandon ZennerOH, BUCH-YEAH Third Place
St. Joseph News-Press, St. Joseph Best Columnist- Humorous
Ken NewtonPatience in the din of an aria Third Place
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceSt. Louis American, St. Louis Best Overall Design
Mike Terhaar and Melvin MooreFirst Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Video
Rebecca RivasJames Clark: 'All we're going to do is save lives.' First Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Sports Feature Story
Ishmael SistrunkSix minutes of glory First Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best News or Feature Special Section
Staff90th Anniversary First Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Front Page
Mike TerhaarFirst Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Headline Writing
Chris KingFirst Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Multi-Media Reporting
StaffGas Mart protests First Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Editorial Cartoon
Kevin BelfordStatue of Liberty First Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Story About Education
Rebecca RivasScores up, suspensions down First Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best News Story
Rebecca RivasCity police sued over kettling arrests First Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Sports Pages
Earl Austin Jr., Ishmael Sistrunk, Alvin Reid and Tashon ReedFirst Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Video
Rebecca RivasMichael McMillan: A true force for positive change Second Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best News Photograph
Wiley PriceGas Mart Second Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Newspaper In Education Project
Cathy SewellNewspaper in Education - STEM Second Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Online Newspaper or Website
Ishmael Sistrunk and Kenya Vaughnstlamerican.com Second Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Story About Education
Chris KingEmpowering boys at Pierre Laclede Second Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Community Service
StaffSalute to Excellence in Education Second Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Local Business Coverage
StaffBest Local Business Coverage Third Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Photo Package
Melvin MooreUniverSoul Third Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Investigative Reporting
Rebecca RivasBest Investigative Reporting Third Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Editorial Pages
Editorial BoardSt. Louis American Editorials Third Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Sports Columnist
Alvin ReidSports Eye Third Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis General ExcellenceThird Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Columnist- Serious
Mike JonesBest Serious Columnist - Mike Jones Third Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best News or Feature Series
StaffHomegrown Black Males Third Place
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Sports Feature Story
Tashon Reed'Sky is the limit' Honorable Mention
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best News or Feature Obituary
Dawn SuggsA Gem and a genius Honorable Mention
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Tiffany ShawnRaising North St. Louis Honorable Mention
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Sports Columnist
Ishmael SistrunkIn the Clutch Honorable Mention
St. Louis American, St. Louis Best Coverage of Government
StaffSt. Louis Metropolitan Police conflicts with community Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceSt. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Page Design
Michael BehrensFashion industry First Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Information Graphic
Michael Behrens and Veneta RizvicFood trucks First Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Story About History
Diana Barr and Jacob Kirn Monsanto's legacy First Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Photo Package
Dilip Vishwanat30 Under 30 First Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Steph Kukuljan Finding space inside $600M agtech industry First Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Photo Illustration
Michael BehrensTech shortage First Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Sports Feature Story
Nathan RubbelkePGA Championship's impact Second Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Page Design
Michael Behrens Coworking spaces Second Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Information Graphic
Michael BehrensInfrastructure grades Second Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Front Page
Erik SiemersSecond Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Multi-Media Reporting
Veneta Rizvic, Dilip Vishwanat and Erin HartGateway Arch before and after Second Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Local Business Coverage
Erik SiemersSt. Louis Business Journal: Local Business Coverage Second Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Investigative Reporting
Jacob Kirn and Brian RobbinsWell spent: Millions into economic development Second Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Story About the Outdoors
Diana BarrPeak Resorts growth Second Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis General ExcellenceSecond Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Feature Photograph
Dilip VishwanatAndy Leek Second Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Page Design
Michael BehrensTD Ameritrade Third Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Feature Story
Veneta RizvicStitching together a plan Third Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Information Graphic
Michael Behrens and Veneta RizvicMO restaurants Third Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Story About Education
Veneta RizvicRaises for administrators outpace teachers Third Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Sports News Story or Package
Nathan Rubbelke$55.7M in bonds for Blues ice complex Third Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Photo Illustration
Michael BehrensAirplane Third Place
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Health Story
Brian RobbinsArtificial blood Honorable Mention
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Page Design
Michael BehrensLion's Choice Honorable Mention
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Business Story
Steph KukuljanFailed St. Louis Outlet Mall Honorable Mention
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Feature Story
Steph KukuljanExpanding the menu Honorable Mention
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Information Graphic
Michael BehrensCards stack up Honorable Mention
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Breaking News Story
Greg EdwardsReliance Bank sale Honorable Mention
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Investigative Reporting
Steph KukuljanHistory isn't easy Honorable Mention
St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Best Feature Photograph
Dilip VishwanatCynthia Chapple 07-06-18 Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceSt. Louis Call Newspapers, St. Louis Best Online Newspaper or Website
Gloria Lloyd, Erin Achenbach and Taylor KellySt. Louis Call Newspapers Website First Place
St. Louis Call Newspapers, St. Louis Best Breaking News Story
Gloria LloydEcono Lodge termed unfit for human occupancy Second Place
St. Louis Call Newspapers, St. Louis Best News Story
Gloria LloydVoters to decide fate of Missouri 'right-to-work' Second Place
St. Louis Call Newspapers, St. Louis Best Columnist- Serious
Mike AnthonyMike Anthony's Columns Second Place
St. Louis Call Newspapers, St. Louis Community Service
Deb Baker, Pat Dillon, Gloria Lloyd and Erin AchenbachCall Newspapers sponsors USO of Missouri Operation October food drive Third Place
St. Louis Call Newspapers, St. Louis Tilghman Cloud Memorial Editorial Award
StaffMost Misguided Quotes Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceSt. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Front Page
First Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Sports Columnist
Ben FredericksonFirst Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Headline Writing
StaffFirst Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Editorial Cartoon
Dan MartinMr. Cardinal First Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best News Photograph
David CarsonGas Station Protest First Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Editorial Pages
StaffFirst Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best News or Feature Obituary
Rick Hummel and Benjamin HochmanMr. Cardinal dies First Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Multi-Media Reporting
StaffStolen future First Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Sports Pages
StaffFirst Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Story About Education
Jesse BoganKeep the faith? First Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Newspaper In Education Project
Lauren Anderson Koelker, Shannon Keller and Erica MillsSt. Louis Post-Dispatch - Newspapers in Education First Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Bryce GrayDouble whammy First Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Story About Religion
Erin HeffernanPlace out of time First Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Breaking News Story
Kevin McDermott, Jack Suntrup and Kurt EricksonGreitens resigns First Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Columnist- Humorous
Aisha SultanAisha Sultan columns First Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Editorial Cartoon
Dan MartinThe blindfold Second Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best News Photograph
Robert CohenNRA Protest Second Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Local Business Coverage
StaffPost-Dispatch business coverage Second Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best News Story
Jesse BoganSystem failure Second Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Story About the Outdoors
Erin HeffernanEndangered wolf pups Second Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best News or Feature Series
Michele Munz Stolen future Second Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Story About Religion
Doug MooreClose to home Second Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Page Design
Norma KlingsickHidden Second Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Community Service
StaffStolen future Second Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Online Newspaper or Website
StaffThird Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Sports Columnist
Benjamin HochmanThird Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Photo Illustration
Hillary LevinSummer Cherries Third Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Feature Photograph
Robert CohenBathrobe Shoveler Third Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Editorial Cartoon
Dan MartinKa-ching Third Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best News Photograph
J. B. ForbesCop Comfort Third Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Jesse BoganThe uprooting Third Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Story About History
Blythe BernhardBold quarantine Third Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Photo Package
Robert CohenThe Dream Goes On Third Place
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best News or Feature Obituary
Ashley JostFrankie Muse Freeman Honorable Mention
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Sports Photograph
Robert CohenGymnastic Moves Honorable Mention
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Health Story
Stu DurandoYoungest gunshot victims Honorable Mention
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Story About Religion
Doug MooreRoom at the table Honorable Mention
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis General ExcellenceHonorable Mention
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis Best Business Story
Leah ThorsenCompany town Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of EntryAward Winner(s) PlaceThe Current Local, Van Buren Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Ryan Van Winkleloggerheads over hogs First Place
The Current Local, Van Buren Best News Photograph
Mike GrasshamTool Time Riverways First Place
The Current Local, Van Buren Best Feature Story
Ryan Van Winkleshop memories Second Place
The Current Local, Van Buren Tilghman Cloud Memorial Editorial Award
Ryan Van WinkleRedemption... and repair Second Place
The Current Local, Van Buren Best Investigative Reporting
Ryan Van WinkleCID Tax District Third Place
The Current Local, Van Buren Best Sports Feature Photograph
Mike GrasshamRedbirds Earn Title Third Place
The Current Local, Van Buren Best Feature Photograph
Mike GrasshamWith A Little Help 8-16-18 Third Place
The Current Local, Van Buren Best Sports Photograph
Mike GrasshamShe's in There Honorable Mention
The Current Local, Van Buren Best Military Story
Ryan Van WinkleRandolph at Midway Honorable Mention
The Current Local, Van Buren Best Story About the Outdoors
Ryan Van WinkleNo poster child Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceThe Maryville Forum, Maryville Best Sports Feature Story
Jon DykstraMosley: No stranger First Place
The Maryville Forum, Maryville Best News Photograph
Anthony BrownWinter misery ravages Second Place
The Maryville Forum, Maryville Best Sports Photograph
Jon DykstraFeuer Second Place
The Maryville Forum, Maryville Best News Story
Skye PournazariStudent seeks asylum Second Place
The Maryville Forum, Maryville Best Sports News Story or Package
Jon DykstraGoing out on top Second Place
The Maryville Forum, Maryville Best Sports Columnist
Jonathan BakerBaker sports columnist Second Place
The Maryville Forum, Maryville Best Business Story
Skye PournazariTariffs trouble Laclede Third Place
The Maryville Forum, Maryville Best Headline Writing
Anthony Brown, Skye Pournazari and Geoffrey WoehlkBest Headline Writing Third Place
The Maryville Forum, Maryville Best Sports Pages
Jon DykstraHonorable Mention
The Maryville Forum, Maryville General ExcellenceHonorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceTipton Times, Tipton Magazine/Alternative Publication
Becky Holloway and Tara AlumbaughSenior Scribbles First Place
Tipton Times, Tipton Best News or Feature Special Section
Becky Holloway and Tara AlumbaughBack to School 2018 Third Place
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of EntryAward Winner(s) PlaceTrenton Republican-Times, Trenton Best Headline Writing
Seth HerroldFirst Place
Trenton Republican-Times, Trenton Best Sports Feature Story
Seth HerroldTolson's Trek 1-30-18 First Place
Trenton Republican-Times, Trenton Best News or Feature Special Section
Seth Herrold winter sports tab - 11-20-18 Third Place
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of EntryAward Winner(s) PlaceWarren County Record, Warrenton Best Online Newspaper or Website
StaffWarren County Record Website Entry First Place
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceWashington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best News Photograph
Jeanne Miller-WoodBridge Ceremony Saturday First Place
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best Sports Feature Photograph
Bill BattleLucky First Place
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best Sports Photograph
Bill BattleSliding Snag First Place
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best Sports News Story or Package
Bill Battle and Arron HusteadPacific Wins District First Place
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best Story About Religion
Karen Cernich'The Same God Saved Me' First Place
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best Sports Columnist
Bill BattleBattleline First Place
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best Feature Photograph
Jeanne Miller-WoodMmm Doughnut! 07/25/18 First Place
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best Health Story
Karen Cernich'I Waited Too Long' Second Place
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best Sports News Story or Package
Arron Hustead and Bill BattleState Track Second Place
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best Story About Religion
Karen Cernich'Send More Pilgrims!' Second Place
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best Sports Columnist
Arron HusteadArron's Assessment Second Place
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best Sports Pages
Bill Battle and Arron HusteadSecond Place
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best Story About History
Karen CernichInside the ECC Actors Studio Third Place
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best News or Feature Special Section
Karen Cernich, Bill Battle, Jeanne Miller-Wood and Gregg JonesHello to the New Bridge, Goodbye to the Old Third Place
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best Front PageThird Place
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best Sports Feature Photograph
Bill BattleMore Cowbell Third Place
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best Online Newspaper or Website
StaffMissourian Website Entry Third Place
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best Military Story
Karen Cernich 'To Inspire the Storytellers, the Flame Keepers' Third Place
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best Overall DesignHonorable Mention
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best Photo Package
Staff2018 WASHINGTON TOWN & COUNTRY FAIR Photos 08/08/18 Honorable Mention
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best Sports Feature Photograph
Bill BattleHeaded for Cape Honorable Mention
Washington Missourian, Wednesday, Washington Best Sports Photograph
Arron HusteadRoadblock Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceWashington Missourian, Weekend, Washington Best Sports Feature Photograph
Arron HusteadOvertime Buzzer Beater Second Place
Washington Missourian, Weekend, Washington Best Sports Photograph
Bill BattleFlying to the Title 04141518 Second Place
Washington Missourian, Weekend, Washington Best Overall DesignThird Place
Washington Missourian, Weekend, Washington Best Business Story
Karen CernichCheers, to Macadoodles! Third Place
Washington Missourian, Weekend, Washington Best Newspaper In Education Project
Dawn KitchellMissourian Summer Reading Program Third Place
Washington Missourian, Weekend, Washington Best Story About Rural Life or Agriculture
Karen CernichGrabbing the Bull by the Horns Third Place
Washington Missourian, Weekend, Washington Best Coverage of Government
Monte MillerEbker Bill Coverage for Best Coverage of Government Third Place
Washington Missourian, Weekend, Washington Best Story About Religion
Elizabeth BarmeierSt. Clair Pastor Joins Religious Leaders for Shabbat Honorable Mention
Washington Missourian, Weekend, Washington Best News Story
Gregg JonesResponse Evolves to Shootings 06/02/18 Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceWebster - Kirkwood Times, St. Louis Best Columnist- Humorous
Don CorriganFrom The Editor's Desk - Don Corrigan First Place
Webster - Kirkwood Times, St. Louis Best Story About the Outdoors
Don Corrigan Cova The Climber First Place
Webster - Kirkwood Times, St. Louis Best News or Feature Obituary
Jaime Mowers Family Raises Questions In Death Of Karen Arnold Second Place
Webster - Kirkwood Times, St. Louis Best Feature Photograph
Ursula RuhlBeach & Bubbles At Affton Community Days Third Place
Webster - Kirkwood Times, St. Louis Best News Photograph
Diana LinsleyDedication of Officer Blake Snyder Highway Honorable Mention
Webster - Kirkwood Times, St. Louis Best Story About History
Don CorriganLove Stories From Old St. Louis Honorable Mention
2019 Better Newspaper Contest Awards ListNewspaper, City Cat. Name Title of Entry Award Winner(s) PlaceWest Plains Daily Quill, West Plains Best News Story
Abby HessFrazier's attorney to issue statement First Place
West Plains Daily Quill, West Plains Best Story About History
Abby HessMSU professor pens Ozark history First Place
West Plains Daily Quill, West Plains Best Business Story
Abby HessHampton Inn First Place
West Plains Daily Quill, West Plains Best News or Feature Obituary
Sherry HarperDavid Hall First Place
West Plains Daily Quill, West Plains Best Feature Story
Abby HessBreAnna's journey First Place
West Plains Daily Quill, West Plains Best Feature Photograph
Kim LangstonDragonfly Second Place
West Plains Daily Quill, West Plains Best Story About the Outdoors
Abby HessBobcat fever Second Place
West Plains Daily Quill, West Plains Best News Photograph
Kim LangstonCrash Second Place
West Plains Daily Quill, West Plains Best Business Story
Regina MozingoJoe Harris Second Place
West Plains Daily Quill, West Plains Best Photo Package
Cody SandersMonster trucks Third Place
West Plains Daily Quill, West Plains Best News or Feature Series
Abby HessChild Advocacy Center Third Place
West Plains Daily Quill, West Plains Best Story About the Outdoors
Regina MozingoBald eagles begin winter migration Third Place
West Plains Daily Quill, West Plains Best Military Story
Kim LangstonA veteran of two militaries Third Place
West Plains Daily Quill, West Plains Best Business Story
Kim Langston'Not Grandpa's manufacturing' Third Place
West Plains Daily Quill, West Plains Best Photo Package
Regina Mozingo and Katie DuddenLet it snow Honorable Mention
West Plains Daily Quill, West Plains Best Feature Photograph
Kim Langston Snow day Honorable Mention
West Plains Daily Quill, West Plains Best News or Feature Series
Abby HessParkside House history Honorable Mention
West Plains Daily Quill, West Plains Best News Story
Abby HessParents upset to learn of week old school threat Honorable Mention