Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Aitkin Independent Age Entry Title: Columnist Entry Credit: Shari Horton Judge Comment: As a mother myself, I often wonder how I will navigate my life when my kids are grown. You gave some much appreciated insight.
You had me at the candy dish. Funny how such a random item evokes such feelings! I will follow your guide to create your own family traditions and focusing on gratitude...something we all should strive for!
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Blooming Prairie - Steele County Times Entry Title: Hot Pursuit Entry Credit: Rick Bussler Judge Comment: Many times, we don't have smooth landings, but we keep on keeping on!
In life I hope we create moments that take our breath away.
I, too, am terrified of mice. So I had to keep reading to see if you found the pesky rodent!
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Sauk Centre Herald Entry Title: Diane Leukam: "Vincent," "The Forgotten War," "Cruising Main" Entry Credit: Diane Leukam Judge Comment: Through your research in the first column, seeing those sad statistics brought out feelings throughout the column.
I'm wondering what that pig is up to! Leaving the reader asking questions or pondering the main idea...nice writing!
