Herman Roe Editorial Writing Award ( 10,000 and Over,Under 10,000,Over 7,000,3,001 to 7,000,1,501 to 3,000,1,001 - 1,500,Under 1,000)Back
Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Mankato - The Free Press Entry Title: Sharing data, details improves communities Entry Credit: Kathy Vos Judge Comment: Taking the opportunity of sunshine week to highlight something all too important is what editorials should be. Yes, Sunshine typically cover public notices, meetings, etc They can and should do more. Bringing into the light a problem that hits home in many communities across this country is important, well done!
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Ely - Ely Timberjay Entry Title: Tower City Council is failing to take the primary election breakdown seriously Entry Credit: Marshall Helmberger Judge Comment: well written editorial, covering the problem and providing solutions. Letting readers know what happened and that little to nothing is being done to correct the mistakes. Would hope that this editorial pushed the elected officials to take action and correct the mistakes.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Kerkhoven - The Kerkhoven Banner Entry Title: Ted Here - Are you a racist? Entry Credit: Ted Almen Judge Comment: Thought provoking editorial. Racism comes in many forms. This editorial should motivate every one of the people reading, to reflect on their own actions. Taking a stand against racism is an inherent responsibility of anyone who calls themselves an American.
