Explanation of Newspaper Operations or Newspaper Ethics ( 10,001 and Over Multi-Day,5,001 - 10,000 Multi-Day,Over 7,000,3,001 to 7,000,1,501 to 3,000,1,001 - 1,500,Under 1,000,Under 5,000 Multi-Day)Back
Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Rochester- Post Bulletin Entry Title: Why you didn’t see Post Bulletin footage of a suicide attempt Entry Credit: Jeff Pieters Judge Comment: A thorough explanation that also addresses one of the most sensitive issues we face as journalists. Well done!
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Grand Forks Herald Entry Title: Why is it so wrong to ask about shots? Entry Credit: Korrie Wenzel Judge Comment: Strong defense of the importance of being able to ask impertinent questions to get pertinent information!
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Winona Post Entry Title: 'How to get your old arrest off our website' - Winona Post - Newspaper Ethics Entry Credit: Chris Rogers Judge Comment: Very good explanation of the changing values of this kind of coverage and the legacy that it can have for many people. And useful to readers wanting to get their names removed as well.
Competition Comment: Generally strong competition. The best entries in the category were those that showcased humanity, explained concisely and without defensiveness, and provided useful context to readers.
