"Unclear what the actual entry is: the top photo montage or the extended Ice tongs graphic with multiple images. While I get the cleverness of the whole image I preferred the top image alone, or would if there was not another overlapping image dominating attention. In short, while there is a lot of good here, it is just too busy. "

Great job bringing the past to life

Intriguing storytelling of arson and what broke the case. Easy to read and follow. Well executed pieces on an interesting story.

Excellent piece looking back on the disastrous storm. Well written and documented with words and art.

Extremely entertaining! Keeps the reader engaged and nodding along with every line.

Nice scene-setting ledes that bring the readers into the stories right from the start.

Super close between 1 and 2nd place. Stories really drew me in. Loved the details about cutting down the trees, interviewing the guy with the messy house. Neighbor disputes.

A more dense story to tell than the 1st place entry, but well done. It was a tough choice between the two. An intriguing mystery logically structured to make following the tale easier than it could have been in less careful hands.

The writer on this piece did a great job immersing us into the talent and creative mind of an artist. He didn't just tell us; he showed us. That's a hallmark of great writing. The reporter took us along for the ride and gave us such great insight into what makes this multi-talented guy tick and how interesting he is to be around. Well done!

Fantastic section that captures the tragedy that devastated your area. This was so well done!!!!

Fantastic! The expressions, the framing, the clarity. Killer. After reading the description, I was beyond excited for the product!

Compelling series about the future of a small down devastated by flooding, with the personal stories providing insight into the challenges, hopes and prospects for the future.

These ledes certainly grabbed my attention and piqued by interest to read further.

Excellent writing gets this entry noticed. Of course the design works and the photos enhance the total package, especially the sports. Community coverage at its finest.

A compelling and thorough look at these nonprofits. Quality writing and reporting involving multiple sources and the impact on those in need and those helping them. The dialogue at the contentious meeting and the snowy ascents is good storytelling while being informing and entertaining.

Wonderfully written with a lot of good description. The writer spent some time on this. Multiple voices and good insights.

This entry was the standout of the field. The writer's voice in the writing is clear and engaging, and sets just the right tone for this burger-binging romp. It's fun, informative and a great read. I was actually hungry for more when I finished. Bravo!

Pottery can't be described in words the way it is in pictures. The photos used in the ad give a great example of what the store has available. Love the logo place on top of photos with wider white outline.

What a cute way to draw the attention to the ad.

Simple, pretty, and easy to read self promotion.

This ad portrays elegance. Dividing the ad with a curved line softens the separation. Good color choice behind the wording in the ad.

Aww how can you not vote for this pup? Super cute ad!

Fun ad! Haven't seen a lot of ads that show the front and back of the business building.

Loved the in-your-face size of the burgers, the simple verbiage and the contrasting color for the message.