Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Worthington - The Globe Entry Title: Pork producers face dire days Entry Credit: Julie Buntjer Judge Comment: This story was a well-reported glimpse of a substantial supply-chain disruption as it unfolded during the COVID-19 pandemic. It is a strong example of telling a story as it happens and providing important context along the way. Well done.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: New London/Spicer - Lakes Area Review Entry Title: Farmers contend with climate in 'worst season yet' Entry Credit: Brett Blocker Judge Comment: This story did a great job of explaining the impacts of climate change on farmers in the region. The reporter did a great job of going beyond the obvious and providing readers voices of those impacted.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Worthington - The Globe Entry Title: Hail wipes out "beautiful" crops Entry Credit: Julie Buntjer Judge Comment: This story was a good example of thorough reporting on a news event that had widespread impact.