FRIDAY, JUNE 5, 2015 THE PRESS CLUB OF CLEVELAND

2015 All Ohio Excellence in Journalism Awards

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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR AWARD-WINNING JOURNALISTS AND PUBLICATIONS

AND CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE 2015 EXCELLENCE IN JOURNALISM

WINNERS FROM ACROSSTHE STATE OF OHIO

Adam Burroughs • Michael Feuer • Jayne Gest • Dustin S. Klein • Jim Mericsko • Mark Scott

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From the President …

According to the latest Pew Research Center “State of the Media” study, the changing habits of news

consumers have a huge impact on the functioning of an informed society. So does the state of the organizations that produce that news and make it available in any number of formats.

As we see in this year’s All Ohio Excellence in Journalism, though, media are producing quality material and doing their part to

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Welcome

Congratulations to all nominees and winners for achieving

Excellence in Journalism

On the CoverClockwise:

Standoff EndedBruce BishopThe Chronicle-Telegram

Johnny Be GoodBrian ShellitoAkron Beacon Journal

Chief Content OfficerStaff Content Marketing Institute

Student debt: Price tag on college loans rises past $1 trillionKarl Schneider, Alex Delaney-GesingLorain County Community College

The Last HousesErick TrickeyCleveland Magazine

keep society informed. More than 900 entries were

submitted to this competition sponsored by The Press Club of Cleveland – up more than 10% from last year’s total entries. Everyone from college students to those who started out with paper and pencil are represented.

Thank you also to all who made this contest possible, especially The Press Club of Cleveland AOEIJ event committee members Lee Moran, Carol Kovach, Dan Jacobs and Michelle Parks Lazette; and to Lynn Bracic, Debi Weslak and others who gave them support. Thanks also to the judges who are professionals affiliated with press clubs in New Orleans, Los Angeles, Omaha, Tulsa,

Syracuse, San Francisco Peninsula and San Diego.

Special thanks to Press Club Corporate Partners FirstEnergy and Medical Mutual of Ohio for their support. House of Blues, as tonight’s presenting sponsor, adds excitement to the event.

Each contest entry represents the best in excellent print, broadcast and digital reporting. Congratulations to all our winners and entrants – and thank you for keeping society informed.

Michael E. Bennett President,

The Press Club of Cleveland

4 Friday, June 5, 2015 The Press Club of ClevelandOhio Excellence in JournalismFirst PlaceCommodores complete sweepOlivia Moe, Keith ReynoldsLorain County Community CollegeWell written

Second PlaceTri-C Mens Baseball Prepares for Upcoming Season with Strength and ConditioningRobert FenbersTri-C Good “advance” sports story.

Third PlaceTragic Accident Causes Spinal Injuries to Bball Player Bronson PeshlakaiTri-C

BEST PRinT FEATuRE STORy TRADE/2 yEAR SchOOlFirst PlaceResisting rape cultureKarl SchneiderLorain County Community College

Second PlaceDeath by the spoonful

Keith Reynolds, Alex Delaney-Gesing, Olivia MoeLorain County Community College

Third PlaceStudent debt: Price tag on college loans rises past $1 trillionKarl Schneider, Alex Delaney-GesingLorain County Community College

BEST TV nEwS STORy TRADE/2 yEAR SchOOlFirst PlaceBasketball Player Seriously Injured Bronson Peshlakai, Darryl MaddoxTri-C The best of three good entries. Well put to-gether and very thorough. Gave perspective on how the accident affects the team, the school, neighborhood and friends. Creative photography.

Second PlaceTri-C Levy Efforts Darryl MaddoxTri-C Thorough and well done reports. Again, with reporting, photography and writing working well together.

Third PlaceEnd of Era for Canine Officer Angela wolfeTri-C Another good entry with a human interest twist.

BEST TV SPORTS STORy TRADE/ 2 yEAR SchOOlFirst PlaceInjured Player Visits Team Bronson Peshlakai, Darryl Maddox, Ann Marie Smith, Angela wolfe Tri-C Good mix human interest story and sports package. Great graphics. Creative use of lavaliere mike for stand-ups.

Second PlaceBasketball Takes on Sinclair Bronson Peshlakai , Tommy carosielli Tri-C Good highlights of men’s and women’s bas-ketball games and use of “file footage”

BEST PRinT nEwS STORy 4 yEAR SchOOlFirst PlaceThree Hours of Fear: Campus Officials, Witnesses Detail Lockdown Events After

Student Fires ShotStaff Kent State UniversityVery well reported, complete with personal perspectives. Excellent example of team reporting. Lively writing.

Second PlaceThe Ongoing Woes of RhodesSamah AssadThe Cauldron - Cleveland StateUniversityKudos to the reporter for persisting for a story no one wanted to talk about. Good reporting, giving various sides of issue. Complete and well written.

Third PlaceHigh school students begin early college program Madeline SmanikJohn Carroll University - StudentsWell written and reported. Lively writing.

BEST PRinT SPORTS STORy 4 yEAR SchOOlFirst PlaceESPN, MAC Contract Case Closer to Be-ing Cracked, But Remains Unsolved Richie MulhallKent State University

BEST PRinT FEATuRE STORy 4 yEAR SchOOlFirst PlaceWJCU Hungarian radio show celebrates 30 years of programming Alexandra higlJohn Carroll University - StudentsFascinating and great local, historical angle.

Second PlaceDifferent generations strike common ground through the magic of music Alexandra higlJohn Carroll University - StudentsHeartwarming.

Third PlaceJCU artist adds a pop of color to Schott Dining Hall Mary Frances McGowanJohn Carroll University - StudentsGood human interest.

BEST RADiO SPORTS STORy 4 yEAR SchOOlFirst PlacePayton Vince PressBook Demo and Story Payton VinceOhio School of Broadcast

STuDEnT Run MEDiABEST PRinT nEwSPAPER STORy 2 yEAR/TRADE SchOOlFirst PlaceTragic Accident Causes Spinal Injuries to Bball PlayerBronson PeshlakaiTri-C The reporter takes the time to get to know Mason as a person and not just as a victim. The reader can connect with Mason through the writer’s glimpses into his personality and character. We walk away feeling hope-ful rather than pitying the victim.

Second PlaceMinimum wage sparks debateAlex Delaney-GesingLorain County Community College

Third PlaceFormer Aramark Manager Charged with $38,000 TheftMarcia leftridgeTri-C

BEST PRinT SPORTS STORy 2 yEAR/TRADE SchOOl

Bravo!It’s an honor to be in the company of the 37th Annual All Ohio Excellence in Journalism nominees and their outstanding work.

Here’s to (all of) us!

The Press Club of Cleveland Friday, June 5, 2015 5 Ohio Excellence in JournalismEntertaining discussion about sports of interest to listeners.

BEST TV nEwS STORy 4 yEAR SchOOlFirst PlaceKent State WalkoutMichael BrattonKent State University

BEST TV SPORTS STORy 4 yEAR SchOOlFirst PlaceKent State Women’s GolfZach harleyKent State University

BEST OnlinE REPORT 4 yEAR SchOOlFirst PlaceCharter school report leads to proposed legislative changes Staff: The news Outlet Akron Beacon JournalExcellent. Shows what can happen when journalists and journalism organizations collaborate. Lack of funding has nearly done away with investigative reporting by all by the national outlets. This collaboration shows what determination can do even with lack of resources.

Second PlaceStudents Rally to Challenge Westboro Protest Tweets Kara Taylor, Jason KosturaKent State University

BuSinESS PuBlicATiOnSGEnERAl nEwSFirst PlaceGreenpeace protesters penetrate Procter & GambleBarrett J. BrunsmanCincinnati Business CourierComprehensive coverage of a dramatic Greenpeace protest and its aftermarth Crisp writing, multiple sources

Second PlaceCincinnati Enquirer exoduschris wetterichCincinnati Business Courier

Third PlaceA ‘Devastating’ End to DotsMichelle Park lazetteCrain’s Cleveland Business

FEATuRES: PERSOnAliTy PROFilEFirst PlaceLeap of Faith

Adam BurroughsSmart Business Akron/Canton The un-derlying story here of creating an employee-owned company itself is compelling. This story told that part well and explained how that came under threat.

Second PlaceFlight PlanSheehan hannanInside Business Magazine Beneath this story is a very interesting business model and a curious entrepreneur. Lots of vivid detail and quirkiness.

Third PlaceThe house of AlshahalDan EatonBusiness FirstIt’s a straight-up business profile, but with a powerful backstory and a sense of drive and determination from its founders.

FEATuRES: GEnERAlFirst PlaceStreet Cred: Walnut Hills’ wondrous class of ‘64 stranger than fiction account of a Cincinnati neighborhood that produced national leaders in film, theater, music and financeSteve watkinsCincinnati Business Courier

Second PlaceUtica fights for attentionTom KnoxBusiness First

Third PlaceDCDC: Putting Dayton on the map in danceOlivia BarrowDayton Business Journal

FEATuRES: PAcKAGEFirst PlacePlenty of new faces, little change in paySteve watkinsCincinnati Business CourierExcellent package using public records to handicap CEO compensation versus com-pany performance

Second PlaceCounting on the quants: Big Data Why is Columbus so eager to jump in?carrie GhoseBusiness First

FEATuRES: TREnDSFirst PlaceIt can be a ‘dirty’ game when shoe com-panies get involved in high school sports

Kevin KlepsCrain’s Cleveland Business

Second PlaceFood Fight: Will Amazon’s moves upset Kroger’s apple cart?Steve watkinsCincinnati Business Courier

Third PlaceBanking on the little guyEvan weeseBusiness First

PuBlic SERVicE/inVESTiGATiVEFirst PlaceCincinnati’s property tax ‘rollback’chris wetterichCincinnati Business Courier

Second PlaceTesla fight pits tradition against up-start’s vision for auto retailingDan EatonBusiness First

Third PlaceOhio’s plan to turn out the lights on renewables

Tom KnoxBusiness First

DEPARTMEnTS OR cOluMnSFirst PlaceUniquely ColumbusJim Mericsko, Jayne GestSmart Business ColumbusUnique presentation of story with eye-grabbing graphics

Second PlaceOne to WatchSpotting upcoming community leadersJason Brill, Rachel KalayjianInside Business Magazine

Third PlaceBuilding Stronger CommunitiesStrong focus on nonprofitsAdam BurroughsSmart Business Akron/Canton

BEST BuSinESS PuBlicATiOn in OhiOFirst Placecolumbus cEO Staff

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6 Friday, June 5, 2015 The Press Club of ClevelandOhio Excellence in JournalismSecond Placeinside Business MagazineStaff

Third PlaceSmart Business clevelandDustin S. Klein, Dennis Seeds, Jim Mericsko

DAily nEwSPAPERSBREAKinG nEwS: SinGlE STORyFirst PlaceWater crisis grips areaStaff The Toledo BladeThe Toledo Blade’s blanket coverage of a water crisis is a model for deploying report-ers and photographers to gather and deliver vital information to a public in need. Let’s raise a glass to an outstanding example of breaking news coverage, digitally and in print.

Second PlaceFire at First Evangelical Lutheran Church “We have lost our history”lisa RobersonThe Chronicle-Telegram

The Chronicle-Telegram’s report on a church fire covered not only the bricks-and-mortar damage, but also captured the humanity of parishioners and others who expressed a sense of loss while exhibiting a determina-tion to persevere.

BREAKinG nEwS: cOnSEcuTiVE DAyS- SAME TOPicFirst PlaceWater crisis grips areaStaff The Toledo Blade

BREAKinG nEwS: OnGOinG cOVERAGEFirst PlaceTornado touch down, sirens silentloren GensonMedina County GazetteExcellent coverage from the first touchdown to the financial and political consequences.

Second PlaceEbolacheryl Powell, Doug livingston, Katie ByardAkron Beacon Journal

Extensive and thorough coverage that local-ized a national event.

BREAKinG nEwS :SinGlE-DAy PAcKAGEFirst PlaceEbolacheryl Powell, Katie Byard,Doug livingstonAkron Beacon JournalThe Akron Beacon Journal provided comprehensive coverage after a nurse was diagnosed with symptoms of the Ebola virus shortly after visiting the Akron area. It told its readers fast about big health news but did it responsibly, informing them there was no cause for widespread panic.

Second PlaceFlooding, rescues and heroesDavid Knox, loren Genson, nick GluntMedina County Gazette

Third PlaceHome: Return of LeBron JamesStaffThe Plain Dealer

GEnERAl nEwS: SinGlE STORyFirst PlaceFaces to Fear or to Protect: Border kid. They are here now.Mark curnutteThe Cincinnati EnquirerExcellent details paint portraits of the people interviewed in this story. Several sidebars add dimension to the story by pull-ing in other voices and encouraging reader input.

Second PlaceEchoing from FergusonJon wysochanskiThe Chronicle-TelegramA sensitive subject reported with an even hand. I liked the mix of voices and pull-ing from the paper’s archives to describe a similar event. The reporter was thorough in his work.

Third PlaceThe Future of Frisch’sAlexander coolidgeThe Cincinnati EnquirerThis piece was well-reported and gave a great overview of the ups and downs of

The Press Club of Cleveland Friday, June 5, 2015 7 Ohio Excellence in JournalismGEnERAl nEwS: SinGlE STORyFirst PlaceFaces to Fear or to Protect: Border kid. They are here now.Mark curnutteThe Cincinnati EnquirerExcellent details paint portraits of the people interviewed in this story. Several sidebars add dimension to the story by pull-ing in other voices and encouraging reader input.

Second PlaceEchoing from FergusonJon wysochanskiThe Chronicle-TelegramA sensitive subject reported with an even hand. I liked the mix of voices and pull-ing from the paper’s archives to describe a similar event. The reporter was thorough in his work.

Third PlaceThe Future of Frisch’sAlexander coolidgeThe Cincinnati EnquirerThis piece was well-reported and gave a great overview of the ups and downs of

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Photo JournalismKyles’ StoryKristin Bauer

Pictorial All OthersLightning

Bruce Bishop

Pictorial All Others

Cascade ReflectionsKristin Bauer

Pictorial All Others

Under the rainbowKristin Bauer

Breaking News Single StoryFire at First Evangelical

Lisa Roberson

General News Single StoryEchoing from

FergusonJon Wysochanski

General News Multiple Stories

Same TopicElyria Schools:

Finances, teachers and negotiations

Lisa Roberson

Best SectionChronicle

Sports Sta

Digital Media Breaking News

Single StoryLorain church fire

Karie Spaetzel Bruce Bishop Lisa Roberson

Photography Spot News

Stando� endedBruce Bishop

Photography Spot News

Church burnsBruce Bishop

Photography Sports

Freeze frameBruce Bishop

Photography General Feature

Home openerKristin Bauer

Photography Portrait

PersonalityLove eternalBruce Bishop

Single EditorialSeeking justice

Andy Young

Best Use of MediaFrom crash to recovery

Karie Spaetzel

Breaking News Ongoing Coverage

Tornado…sirens silentLoren Genson

Breaking News Single-Day PackageFlooding, rescues…

David Knox Loran Genson

Nick Glunt

BusinessPipeline controversy

Katie Anderson

BusinessJob growth stunted

David Knox

SportsDrawn to the diamond

Albert Grindle

SportsChad Toocheck

Rick Noland

Sports ColumnBlatt… work to do

Rick Noland

Sports Column‘Hass’ right man

Albert Grindle

Single EssayBeatle Mania

Nancy Johnson

News FrontScott Kline

Visuals Spread or Multiple Page

BroadsheetsElection aftermath

Scott Kline

Frisch’s. The reporter was not discouraged by his tight-lipped sources and continued to dig into the story to explore Frisch’s future.

GEnERAl nEwS: MulTiPlE STORiES- SAME TOPicFirst PlaceAfrican-American IssuesMark curnutteThe Cincinnati EnquirerGood use of infographics, photos and statistics to engage readers throughout long pieces. Well-put-together quotes breathe life into the narratives.

Second PlaceEyewitness to a botched executionAlan JohnsonThe Columbus DispatchEven-handed, captivating reporting of a contentious topic.

Third PlaceElyria Schools: Finances, teachers and negotiationslisa RobersonThe Chronicle-TelegramStrong, thorough reporting of an often complex subject: school finances.

FEATuRES: PERSOnAliTy PROFilEFirst PlaceBreaking the cycle: From heartbreak to hopeBrie Zeltner, Jo Ellen corrigan, lynn ischayThe Plain Dealer

Second PlaceOne Day Behind the ScenesSharon coolidgeThe Cincinnati Enquirer

Third PlaceThe cruel fall of a relentless reporterclint O’connorThe Plain Dealer

FEATuRES: GEnERAlFirst PlaceHow an Organ Transplant Changed My LifeJohn Faherty, laura TrujilloThe Cincinnati EnquirerIncredibly powerful stuff. John is a capti-vating storyteller who recounts his trans-plant journey with both honesty and humor.

Second PlaceDeath of a SalesmanJoanna connorsThe Plain DealerThis is a riveting, frank and comprehensive account of the life and death of Ray Shepa-rdson. An excellent tribute.

Third PlacePleasantly Predictable VermontSteve StephensThe Columbus DispatchDelightful writing packed with history and imagery of the quirky, quaint attractions of the Green Mountain State.

PuBlic SERVicEFirst PlaceBeing 14 in the Citycara Owsley, Krista Ramsey, laura Trujilo The Cincinnati EnquirerAn exceptional response to tragedies. Through wonderful writing and great photographs, readers meet 14-year-old kids who need help navigating through a danger-ous world.

Second PlaceOhio charter schoolsDoug livingston, Staff The news OutletAkron Beacon Journal

Third PlaceReinvestigating RapeRachel Dissell, leila AtassiThe Plain Dealer

inVESTiGATiVEFirst PlaceFalling from Grace: Ernest Angley and Grace CathedralBob DyerAkron Beacon JournalExcellent, esp. getting the main subject on record and so many voices on record.

Second PlaceThe Ugly Truth about ToledoStaff The Toledo BladeOverall, very thorough.

8 Friday, June 5, 2015 The Press Club of ClevelandOhio Excellence in JournalismBuSinESSFirst PlaceUnemployment in OhioOlivera PerkinsThe Plain DealerGreat coverage of the impact of the reces-sion statewide; humanizes the recession.

Second PlacePipeline controversyKatie AndersonMedina County Gazette

Third PlaceJob growth stuntedDavid KnoxMedina County Gazette

SPORTSFirst PlaceDrawn to the diamondAlbert GrindleMedina County Gazette

Second PlaceReady, willing, and able / Prostheses not a handicap for determined Otsego juniorMark MonroeThe Toledo Blade

Third PlaceChad ToocheckRick nolandMedina County Gazette

ARTS & EnTERTAinMEnTFirst PlaceImprobable journeys: Cleveland’s Eric Coble makes it to Broadway with a play about a woman battling the decline of old ageAndrea SimakisThe Plain Dealer

Second Place‘The Kid from Tomkinsville’ by John R. Tunis remains refreshing read in a com-pletely different era of sportsMarc BonaThe Plain Dealer

BEST SEcTiOnFirst PlaceChronicle-Telegram SportsStaffThe Chronicle-TelegramThe Chronicle-Telegram sports sections demonstrated top-notch stories and pho-tographs produced on deadline. Wonderful coverage of everything from LeBron James’ return to Cleveland to high school sports.

Second Place

Taste: The Plain DealerStaff The Plain DealerThe Plain Dealer’s Food section was a strong contender that makes great use of photographs. It’s obvious there is a lot of planning put into making this section. It is mouth watering.

Third PlaceArts: The Plain DealerStaffThe Plain Dealer

BEST DAily nEwSPAPER in OhiO: 75-000 OR lESS ciRculATiOnFirst PlaceMedina county GazetteStaff Second PlaceThe Chronicle-TelegramStaff BEST DAily nEwSPAPER in OhiO: MORE ThAn 75-000 ciRculATiOnFirst PlaceThe Plain DealerStaff Second PlaceThe columbus DispatchStaff Third PlaceThe cincinnati EnquirerStaff DiGiTAl MEDiAnEwSPAPER wEBSiTEFirst Placecincinnati.comStaff The Cincinnati EnquirerCincinnati.com was the clear winner in this category. The tile design is very efficient and clean, and the use of photos is graphi-cally attractive. The side labels make it easy to navigate the categories. The entire page, not just the top half, is attractive.

Second PlaceDispatch.comStaffThe Columbus DispatchAlthough this site is text-heavy, the fonts are clean and professional, making the overall appearance clean and modern. The site uses just enough photos to make it graphically pleasing. Color-coded categories help naviga-tion and help the look of the page overall. Good placement of video tease high up.

BREAKinG nEwS SinGlE STORyFirst PlaceMultiple departments respond to fire at Lorain churchKarie Spaetzel, Bruce Bishop, lisa RobersonThe Chronicle-TelegramExcellent use of incorporating photos and video into social media and Storify to keep your readers updated on the breaking news story.

Second PlaceCincinnati investor buys Carew TowerTom DemeropolisCincinnati Business Courier

BREAKinG nEwS SERiESFirst PlaceEbola Patient travels to ClevelandStaffWKYCThorough, well sourced and timely localized breaking news coverage of a national issue.

Second PlaceT.J. Lane Escapes from Prisoncolleen Seitz, nikki Ferrell, Faith Boone, Megan ShawWEWS-TV 5

Third PlaceReturn of the King: LeBron James re-joins Cleveland Cavaliers

Matthew FlorjancicWKYC.com

uSE OF SOciAl MEDiAFirst Placeideastream Social Mediaideastream Social Media TeamWCPN ideastream

Second PlaceCapital Style’s Look of the Week contestTaylor StarekCapital Style

Third PlaceUsing social media during Toledo’s water crisis and 2 fallen firefightersStaff The Toledo Blade

OnlinE STORyTEllinGFirst PlaceInvestigation: High School helmet safety ratingsDustin wadsworth, Monica Robins, Susan Moses,Tim DubravetzWKYCA first-rate integration of graphics, video, and narrative produced an accessible and understandable story. The package drew attention to a potentially serious problem, and there were substantive changes in equipment in response. WKYC demon-strated that solid enterprise journalism is

PhOTOGRAPhy - nOn-DAily nEwSPAPERThird Place: Wrestling by lorrie cecil, ThisWeek Newspapers

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Second PlaceHow an Organ Transplant Changed My LifeJohn Faherty, laura TrujilloThe Cincinnati EnquirerAn intimate and emotional look into the stories of two families affected by an organ transplant: the recipient’s and the donor’s.

Third PlaceCop Cam: Who’s watching you and who’s not?Rona Proudfoot, wale AliyuWKYCAnother tight, clean package from WKYC, utilizing video and written narratives to examine a current issue with related video from previous years. Readers and viewers are able to see how their local law enforce-ment agencies are regarding the public policy issues and why.

MAGAZinE wEBSiTEFirst Placecincinnatimagazine.comStaff Cincinnati MagazineExtremely visual and easy to use. Loved how easy it was to find access to other social media links. Presentation made content look interesting and inviting.

Second Placecolumbuscrave.comStaff Columbus CraveClean presentation of copy. Like how easy the site is to navigate. Makes the reader want to pick up the print edition of the magazine.

Third PlaceColumbusParent.comStaff Columbus ParentSimple design works well for finding perti-nent information and subject matter. Links could be more visual to invite the reader in even more.

TElEViSiOn nEwS wEBSiTEFirst PlaceWKYC.comStaffWKYC

Second Placenewsnet5.comStaff WEWS-TV 5

RADiO nEwS wEBSiTEFirst Place90.3 WCPN ideastream WebsiteJoseph SheppaWCPN ideastream

Second PlaceWKSU.orgchuck PoultonWKSU

Third PlaceWCLV 104.9 ideastream WebsiteJoseph SheppaWCPN ideastream

OnlinE GEnERAl nEwS STORyFirst Place12-year-old Tamir Rice shot by policenewsnet5 StaffWEWS-TV 5A really strong package with good writing and visuals. Shows some strong enterprise work to localize a huge national story. Good job.

Second PlaceSchools: Preparing for tragedyDustin wadsworth,will ujekWKYCA great package with good writing. This clearly took a lot of work and it paid off. Nice job bringing the story home to the audience.

Third PlaceCop Cam: Who’s watching you and who’s not?Rona Proudfoot,wale AliyuWKYCNice story with some good perspectives.

OnlinE FEATuRE STORyFirst PlaceBudd StrongBob Jones, Joe McGeeWEWS-TV 5A strong package of material with nice writing and visuals. Most importantly, it stepped beyond the headline accident to personalized the story in a way that brings it home for people.

Second PlaceGeauga Lake: From Icon to EyesoreKim wendel, Ryan haidetWKYCGreat story and a nice balance of history, nostalgia and news. Strong writing and a great visual layout.

BlOGSFirst PlaceBusiness of SportsKevin KlepsCrain’s Cleveland Business

Second PlaceThe Daily BriefingStaffThe Columbus Dispatch

Third PlaceJason Lloyd’s Cleveland Cavaliers blogJason lloydAkron Beacon Journal

inFOGRAPhicSSecond PlaceTimeline of the Gold HuntStaffThe Columbus DispatchFascinating story. Great summary of events.

First PlaceHigh School helmet safety ratingsDustin wadsworth, Monica Robins, Tim Dubravetz, Susan MosesWKYCVery thorough. I can tell you put a lot of work into it.

BEST wEBSiTE in OhiOFirst PlaceDispatch.comStaffThe Columbus DispatchThe Columbia Dispatch website opens with a clean and organized visual design and a well-anchored photo. On the side, there is a good offering of story links. Various “subject blocks” immediately follow, allowing the reader to quickly scroll to the news section preferred if they haven’t already used the pull-down menus immediately below the masthead.

Second Placenewsnet5.comnewsnet5 staffWEWS-TV 5

GEnERAl ciRculATiOn MAGAZinESnEwSFirst PlaceThe Evans Family is Living in This Worldlinda VaccarielloCincinnati MagazineVaccariello’s tone throughout is appropri-ately compassionate but never “sob-sister-ly.” Acutely observed and thorough report-ing anticipates and answers a reader’s questions. “Evan’s Family” is a highly en-gaging, gritty profile of one neighborhood’s efforts to help the stranger in their midst.

MEDicAl / hEAlTh wRiTinGSecond Place: Change of Heart by Jillian Kramer, Cleveland Magazine

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Second PlaceThe Last HousesErick TrickeyCleveland MagazineA tight, consistent focus on neighbors - and not city planners - permits Trickey to deliver the story behind the story of the familiar “shrinking cities” syndrome. Read-ers are treated to a walking tour of “The Last Houses” conveyed in concise narrative prose that’s well suited to the topic. Trickey demonstrates an excellent ear for quotes that move the story along.

FEATuRES: PERSOnAliTy PROFilEFirst PlaceWhy Isn’t This Man Smiling?RJ Smith, Alyssa KonermannCincinnati MagazineCompelling, vivid, humanizing writing and some real tension made me care about the mayor of a city I’ve never been to.

Second PlaceFinding FreedomErick TrickeyCleveland MagazineFascinating glimpse inside Michelle Knight’s world.

Third PlaceOutside InEmily ThompsonColumbus MonthlySweetly illuminating story that I thought about days after I first read it, always a good sign.

FEATuRES: GEnERAlFirst PlaceLast Wordslinda VaccarielloCincinnati MagazineCompelling writing and thorough reporting deliver insight into research that may some-day save lives of suicidal people. Important topic handled thoughtfully and sensitively from the opening anecdote and all the way through.

Second PlaceThe Story of UsKristen SchmidtColumbus MonthlySlice-of-life stories can be hard to organize into a coherent whole, but this entry shows it can be done in an engaging and organized way. Clean layout unifies the disparate insights of interview subjects.

Third PlaceThe Magic MakersKristy EckertCapital StyleThis series of short, engagingly written pro-files captures leaders in action and avoids merely telling us readers why this camp is so worthwhile. Reporting this way takes time and skill. Both pay off in this entry.

FEATuRES: cOnSuMERFirst PlaceThe Crave 10Beth StallingsColumbus CraveIf you’ll pardon the pun: “The Crave 10” is a feast of a feature. Columbus Crave takes advantage of all the luxuries provided by the magazine format, playing with layout and orientation, presenting a colossal amount of information in a wide variety of ways. While there were features among the other entries that were as well-written, the creative design and presentation offer the reader a unique experience and make “The Crave 10” consum-able and valuable for readers whether they’re settling in to read each and every word or grazing for highlights.

Second PlaceSweet EndingsBeth StallingsColumbus Monthly “Sweet Endings” is nicely written and beautifully illustrated, but it’s the organiza-tion of the content that really makes this feature such a strong showpiece. Columbus Monthly’s smart, thoughtful approach of organizing the featured desserts into categories – some conventional, some less so – effectively asks readers the same question a server would ask when making a dessert recommendation: “What are you in the mood for?” It’s a treatment that’s perfectly suited to the subject matter.

Third PlaceHoly Doughnuts! It’s Festival Season!Staff Cincinnati MagazineThis story was fun to read and fun to look at - appropriate given the subject matter. Go-ing beyond dates and locations, Cincinnati Magazine took a look at the personalities and traditions that characterize each of the events included in this Technicolor roundup of local festivals. What a fun and fitting homage to these celebrations.

The Press Club of Cleveland Friday, June 5, 2015 11 Ohio Excellence in JournalismFEATuRES: ARTFirst PlaceThe Art of DarknessRJ SmithCincinnati MagazineInteresting treatment of an interesting character. Smartly framed, well researched and neatly structured, RJ Smith’s profile is an intelligent, engaging read befitting its quietly fascinating subject.

Second PlaceI Will Be Gone, But Not Foreverleo DelucaOhio MagazineLeo DeLuca’s writing in this piece is stark, sad and honest -- appropriate given the subject and his story.Third PlaceGame ChangerJim VickersOhio Magazine

PuBlic SERVicE/inVESTiGATiVEFirst Place194: Heroin’s TollSteve Gleydura, Erick Trickey, James Bigley ii, Jillian Kramer Cleveland MagazineFar and away the winner. An outstanding collection of reporting on the human toll of heroin.

Second PlaceBough DownPolk laffoon iVCincinnati Magazine

DEPARTMEnTS OR cOluMnSFirst PlaceThe DishKim SchneiderCleveland Magazine

Second PlaceLake EffectStaff Cleveland Magazine

Third PlaceDecorwill Shilling, Dana wilson, Kathryn landisCapital Style

BEST MAGAZinE in OhiOFirst PlaceOhio MagazineStaffClean and inviting graphic style - even the events list didn’t seem crowded. This is a calm and confident true lifestyle magazine.

Second Placecincinnati MagazineStaff Third Placecolumbus craveStaff nOn-DAily nEwSPAPERSBREAKinG nEwSFirst PlaceTurmoil at Ohio U.Kristen MottCleveland Jewish NewsCompelling article.

Second PlaceOur water supply: What’s next?The Press staff The PressGood breaking news that informed the public of a necessary issue.

Third PlaceReynoldsburg StrikePamela willisThisWeek Reynoldsburg NewsNice job of reporting important news, espe-cially in community newspapers.

FEATuRES: PERSOnAliTy PROFilEFirst PlaceRIP Joey BlackheartAndy DowningColumbus AliveThis was like reading a novel. I couldn’t put it down because of the description of this man’s life by the people who knew. No need for quotes because I could feel how he came to be, his 2 sides and his big heart. I grew to care about him and not about what killed him. Bravo!

Second PlaceGiovani returns to tattooing after hiatusJustin McintoshColumbus AliveThe description of this man and his evolu-tion to tattoos and away from the family business was interesting and very informal. Short descriptive sentences gave it even more impact. Well done.

Third PlaceThe RebuilderJason GarganoCincinnati CityBeatReally liked how this story started out, what he was saying and what he really felt. The commitment to team, fans and the com-munity. No sportizms. Clearly a man who

knows himself. If there’s a sports features category, this should be in it too. Packed paragraphs with great descriptions. Nice!

FEATuRES: GEnERAlFirst PlaceFaithful Forgotten Best FriendsMarla KuhlmanThisWeek Rock Fork Enterprise

Second PlaceElectronic neuro-bypass enables para-lyzed man to move fingersJennifer noblitThisWeek Dublin Villager

Third PlaceElectric cars suitable for tripsJ. Patrick EakenThe Press

PuBlic SERVicEFirst PlaceHeroin SeriesStaff ThisWeek Westerville News & Public OpinionExcellent series from all the points of view, addicts, law enforcement, schools, hospi-tals, parents, government. Comprehensive

and told through people. Wonderful job!

Second PlacePileup at the Morguenick SwartsellCincinnati CityBeat

SPORTSFirst PlaceSkin infectionsScott hennenThisWeek HilliardGood article about an important issue.

Second PlaceHomegrown HeroesJosh KatzowitzCincinnati CityBeatInteresting local-interest piece with a national reach.

Third PlaceMelvin, Shewalter share rivalryDave PurpuraThisWeek Upper Arlington NewsWell-written article about local athletes.

ARTS & EnTERTAinMEnTFirst PlaceYour Name HereDanny cross, Maria Seda-Reeder

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14 Friday, June 5, 2015 The Press Club of ClevelandOhio Excellence in JournalismCincinnati CityBeatInvestigative journalism in an arts & enter-tainment piece - an unusual and refreshing combination. This was a longer piece, but it was well-written and compelling to read.

Second PlaceStranger Than FictionJacqueline Kern, nick SwartsellCincinnati CityBeat

Third PlaceArt Transplant: Columbus is helping to define the Heartland as a new destina-tion for artistsJesse TiggesColumbus Alive

cOMMuniTy / lOcAl cOVERAGEFirst PlaceFMMF coverageAndy DowningColumbus AliveExcellent in-depth coverage of an issue that drew much community response. Well-written and well-sourced.

Second Place

Battling Barriersnick SwartsellCincinnati CityBeatIn-depth, comprehensive look at issue of sex-trafficking. Good use of description.

Third PlaceReynoldsburg StrikeGood series of stories covering a teachers’ strike. Detailed and fair coverage.Pamela willisThisWeek Reynoldsburg News

BEST SEcTiOnFirst PlaceDublin SportsStaff ThisWeek Dublin VillagerClean appearance. Photos show action and emotions. Good coverage of local sports.

Second PlaceOlentangy Sports SectionStaff ThisWeek Olentangy Valley NewsClean appearance. Strong photos through-out.

BEST nOn-DAily nEwSPAPER in OhiO: cOMMuniTy nEwSPAPERFirst Placecleveland Jewish newscJn StaffSecond PlaceThisweek westerville news & Public OpinionStaff BEST nOn-DAily nEwSPAPER in OhiO: AlTERnATiVESFirst Placecolumbus AliveStaff Second Placecincinnati cityBeatStaff OPEnTEchnOlOGy wRiTinGFirst Placecarrie GhoseBusiness FirstCounting on the quants: Big Data Why is

Columbus so eager to jump in?The author deftly handled a complex topic, making it easily understood and fascinating all at once. The story was substantive and well-sourced, but good informational graph-ics added context and even more clarity. Well done!

Second PlaceGame ChangerJim VickersOhio Magazine

Third PlaceThe hunt for Northeast Ohio tech talent is ‘super crazy’chuck SoderCrain’s Cleveland Business

MEDicAl / hEAlTh wRiTinGFirst PlaceObamacare transforms medical industry / Toledo’s health systems moving toward patient-centered model’Marlene harris-TaylorThe Toledo BladeExcellent reporting on an important public

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Second PlaceChange of HeartJillian KramerCleveland MagazineRiveting look at what is involved in one man’s heart transplant. Well written and easy for reader to understand and follow.

Third PlaceMen’s Health: The Rules of Patient En-gagementJeffrey BendixAdvanstar CommunicationsThis lays out the challenges and needs of men’s health in a hand, easy-to-read format. This is a useful article that could be kept as a reference.

POliTicS / GOVERnMEnT wRiTinGFirst PlaceOhio’s EconomyStaffAssociated PressA useful series exploring the state of affairs in Ohio – from employment to housing, Facts and figures are presented in an understandable format and the stories and thoughts of ordinary people was a string touch.

Second PlaceCincinnati Streetcar CoverageSharon coolidge, Jason williamsThe Cincinnati EnquirerThis is an excellent example of continuing coverage. The reporters provided string background and history of the project that served as an important frame of reference when it came to referring to current money challenges, etc., for the project.

Third PlaceThe Anointed OneErick TrickeyCleveland MagazineInteresting, well researched and written profile of a real upward trending Ohio poli-tician. Good sources.

BEST in OhiO: PhOTOGRAPhERFirst PlaceMarvin FongThe Plain Dealer

Second Placelisa DeJongThe Plain Dealer

Third PlaceAndy MorrisonThe Toledo Blade

BEST in OhiO: FREElAncE wRiTERFirst PlaceJill SellJill Sell writes freelance stories about topics that appeal to wide audiences. Her stories are concise and entertaining.

Second PlaceJoel OliphintThird PlaceRon RajeckiBEST in OhiO: STAFF REPORTERFirst PlaceErick TrickeyCleveland Magazine

Second PlaceMichelle SullivanColumbus Monthly

Third PlaceBrad DickenThe Chronicle-Telegram

GEnERAl nEwS cOluMnFirst PlaceWhat will it take to save Lake Erie?David KushmaThe Toledo BladeThis column not only states the problem, but sets out possible solutions in a clear, understandable manner. He calls directly on the governor for action. This column should be required reading for all Toledo residents.

Second PlaceFormer addict tries to escape stereotypeBob DyerAkron Beacon JournalThis is a crisp, tightly written column that holds the reader until the end. The writer is honest and avoids the almost cliché sympathy angle used when writing about this subject.

Third PlaceCleveland Heights turns into one big ‘Colony’Regina BrettCleveland Jewish NewsThe column serves as a reminder that some things in life are important enough to be fought for, especially neighborhoods. Nicely written.

SPORTS cOluMnFirst PlaceFans, teams get a raw deal from MAC’Dave hackenberg

The Toledo BladeHackenberg pulls no punches in discuss-ing why the Mid-America-ESPN television contract leaves a bit to be desired, especially when it comes to game times and fans. Clearly written with facts as a basis, it makes the reader think.

Second PlaceBlatt has some work to doRick nolandMedina County GazetteHow should a coach handle a superstar NBA player? Here are some of the answers and makes the important point that all players want to be coached.

Third Place‘Hass’ right man for jobAlbert GrindleMedina County GazetteWell-written, interesting column provides insight into Coach “Hass.”

BuSinESS cOluMnFirst PlaceBetty Lin-Fisher: Auto-title loans can be detrimental to consumersBetty lin-FisherAkron Beacon JournalA good column is more than a good read. This well-written piece, filled less with emo-tion than with facts and figures, sparked both a humanitarian and, perhaps, legisla-tive response. What else to say but, “Well done!”

Second PlaceA distaste for what United has servedJohn campanelliCrain’s Cleveland Business

Third PlaceTips from the Top

Michael FeuerSmart Business Cleveland

liFESTylEFirst PlaceMeet the Columbus scaremasters who create your nightmaresJesse TiggesColumbus AliveNice feature on the FX industry in Colum-bus.

Second PlaceDawson BrothersAllison careyThe Plain DealerI like the information shared with readers about these two accomplished and stylish brothers in Cleveland.

Third PlaceDowntown AbbeyAbernathy MillerColumbus AliveNice snapshots of the hip clubs and places the over-40 set has never experienced.

hEADlinE wRiTinG nEwSPAPERS (DAily & nOn DAily)First PlaceEcigarette boutiques make case for the vapors/ Proponents tout health benefits, but critics cite danger in nicotine ‘juices’Ann AbateThe Toledo Blade This is very clever. It’s a nice play on words and grabs your atten-tion yet still lets you know what the story is about, without needing help from an illustration or photo element.

Second PlaceFoam for the holidays (Beer writers hop on brew bus to take a holly, jolly tour of Christmas ales)

16 Friday, June 5, 2015 The Press Club of ClevelandOhio Excellence in JournalismMark J. PriceAkron Beacon Journal Liked the play on “home for the holidays” and use of “hop” with a beer story.

Third PlaceJudge closes rich career in U.S. Bank-ruptcy CourtMark SpangThe Plain Dealer Headline is simple, straightforward and doesn’t need art to make its point. It plays on opposites but reader knows exactly what the story is about.

hEADlinE wRiTinG All OThER PuBlicATiOnSFirst PlaceHire EducationMichael von GlahnThe College Store MagazineNear perfect execution

Second PlaceIn a Class All Their OwnKathleen OsborneHathaway Brown

Third PlaceBaking a DifferenceKathleen OsborneHathaway Brown

BEST in OhiO: hEADlinE wRiTinGFirst PlaceBob ProskeThe Plain DealerEspecially liked the FDA in smoke-filled rooms headline, along with Rally Squirrel brings nuttin’ but laughs and good times. They were clever but also provided good entry into their stories.

Second PlaceBob JacobCleveland Jewish NewsAll five heads were clear and concise and told something about the stories. Nice play on words.

Third Placechris BallThe Plain DealerHoopla hangover a nice play on words and effective alliteration, although it is helped along by the photo. Heads were simple and to the point yet interesting enough to draw in the reader.

REViEwS/cRiTiciSMFirst PlaceMiley Cyrus concert review

Andy DowningColumbus AliveAs entertaining as the sight of Miley on a wrecking ball. Captures the color, the craziness and the talent in economical, vivid fashion.

Second PlaceSawyer wraps locally grown foods in a sense of wonderDebbi SnookThe Plain DealerOpens with a bold assessment but backs it up with delicious details that allow the reader to pull up a chair at the table and wish she had a spoon, fork and knife to share in the meal.

Third Place‘Pillowman’ explores power of the poison penBob AbelmanCleveland Jewish NewsAs crisply written as the play itself. Starts off with muscular alliteration and provides a sense of story, place and cast and doesn’t for-get those whose contributions (lighting, set, sound, costumes) are too often overlooked.

BEST in OhiO: REViEwS/cRiTiciSMFirst PlaceKP GreenColumbus Monthly KP Green comes out on top for the combi-nation of depth, easy voice, and creative, evocative descriptions of people, place and menu items. “Cooking with Swagger,” a re-view of Kraft House No. 5, opens with this gem: “Chef Marcus Meacham must look at an empty dinner plate the same way a graf-fiti artist looks at a towering cement wall. Like the urban art form, Meacham’s cooking at Kraft House No. 5 is big, bold and full of swagger.”

Second PlaceSpill ItMike BreenCincinnati City Beat Mike Breen’s writing on music brings both the music and the artists to life. This writer sold me with their review of Sleep’s “Branded: The Damon Winton Story.” It’s not easy to make varied genres accessible to people who might not normally indulge in them, but his is the type of writing that can pique interest beyond the usual fan base.

Third Placelaura Adiletta

Cleveland MagazineLaura Adiletta takes Third Place for her style of weaving excellent restaurant and restaurateur profiles into her reviews of each establishment and its food. More than most other writers in this competition, Adiletta allowed readers not only to indulge in the food reviews, but also to get to know the heart behind each establishment -- the people inspired to delve into the culinary world. My favorites among her collection presented here are “Menu with a Mission” and “Raising the Barn.”

SinGlE ESSAyFirst PlaceFamily PortraitJill SellOhio Magazine Lovely, well written essay about the origins of a portrait reminds us that we don’t know everything about our parents...and maybe we shouldn’t. An haunting-like tine makes this memorable.

Second PlaceBeautiful ThingsMarsha McGregorCleveland Magazine The writer’s story about what to do with her parents’ pos-sessions is a common one discussed in an uncommon way. Her tight prose touching on the challenges, memories and nostalgia

this situation brings. It is rarely easy.

Third PlaceBeatle Manianancy JohnsonMedina County GazetteA fun, nostalgic look back at what it was like to be a Beatles fan in ‘64 when they first toured the U.S. The writer’s vivid de-scriptions of her concert experience had to resonate with many baby boomer readers

BEST in OhiO: ESSAy wRiTinGFirst Placenancy JohnsonMedina County Gazette

Second PlaceJill SellOhio Magazine

OBiTuARyFirst PlaceFormer Cavs GM Weltman recalled as influential, effectiveEd wittenbergCleveland Jewish NewsWriter did an excellent job of capturing Weltman’s career and achievements, espe-cially through the comments of people he worked with. This obit gave a true sense of the man and his achievements.

PhOTOGRAPhy DAily nEwSPAPER GEnERAl nEwSSecond Place: Fireman’s farewell by Marvin Fong, The Plain Dealer

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this situation brings. It is rarely easy.

Third PlaceBeatle Manianancy JohnsonMedina County GazetteA fun, nostalgic look back at what it was like to be a Beatles fan in ‘64 when they first toured the U.S. The writer’s vivid de-scriptions of her concert experience had to resonate with many baby boomer readers

BEST in OhiO: ESSAy wRiTinGFirst Placenancy JohnsonMedina County Gazette

Second PlaceJill SellOhio Magazine

OBiTuARyFirst PlaceFormer Cavs GM Weltman recalled as influential, effectiveEd wittenbergCleveland Jewish NewsWriter did an excellent job of capturing Weltman’s career and achievements, espe-cially through the comments of people he worked with. This obit gave a true sense of the man and his achievements.

Second PlaceRIP Joey Blackheart, The Girls! guitaristAndy DowningColumbus Alive Even if you never heard of joey Blackheart when you start to read the obituary, you come to know him intimately and even care a bit about him. The obit is well-written and researched and hold’s the reader’s interest, even if he isn’t a Joey Blackhart rock fan.

Third PlaceSilvers death creates big void in theater scenecarlo wolffCleveland Jewish NewsThis obit presents a detailed look at the de-ceased’s career and why he was such a giant in Cleveland theater circles. Interesting and well-written.

SinGlE EDiTORiAlFirst PlaceClean up Lake Erie – nowDavid KushmaThe Toledo Blade A tough and strong editorial on the neces-sity of cleaning up the source of Toledo’s water supply now. This is something that can’t wait and the editorial spells this out, along with some solutions, without mincing words or ideas.

Second PlaceEgregious execution

Jeffery GerrittThe Toledo BladePowerful editorial that graphically makes the case for delaying lethal injections until a more reliable and humane drug or com-bination of drugs is found. This editorial clearly had results, as the governor of Ohio suspended such executions two weeks after this editorial appeared.

Third PlaceSeeking justiceAndy youngThe Chronicle-TelegramStrong, clearly written editorial remind-ing readers that they--the voters--have the ultimate control over what will/should happened to elected officials. Hopefully, the political shenanigans highlighted will serve as a strong reminder of this.

BEST in OhiO: EDiTORiAlFirst PlacePrescription: Addiction Jeffery GerrittThe Toledo Blade

Second PlaceAndy youngThe Chronicle-Telegram

Third PlaceDavid KushmaThe Toledo Blade

AnAlySiSFirst PlaceAnalyzing the top issues of Election 2014Darrel Rowland, Jim Siegel, cathy candiskyThe Columbus Dispatch This series was extremely comprehensive, not to mention useful to Ohio voters. It hammers out answers to issues of concern statewide – a real service.

Second PlaceHeroin SeriesStaff ThisWeek Westerville News & Public OpinionThis entry features a lot of research and effort showing heroin is more widespread -- isn’t “just” an inner-city problem any more. And the stories demonstrate what is being done about the problem.

Third Place“Sweet Deals?”James PilcherThe Cincinnati EnquirerThis shows impressive research. Presented in clear, easy-to-understand manner. The story does a service to taxpayers in telling them what development deals are/were be-ing made by the city, the process and what may be wrong with those procedures.

FOOD wRiTinGFirst PlaceCreating a Cheese CultureBeth StallingsColumbus CraveSome nice scenes and storytelling (love the “screws up two batches” anecdote) help lead the reader over a lot of ground in this well-researched piece. A nice ending. (One quibble: I wish you’d used “such as” instead of “like”!)

Second PlaceSpiced, Brined & SmokedAnthony DominicColumbus CraveNice writing touches (“bruised concrete floors”) and a good use of quotes teach the reader not just about the local scene, but also about charcuterie in general.

Third PlaceRolls With HolesKristen MottCleveland Jewish NewsThis simple, well-framed story managed to cover Cleveland’s bagel history and tell me

some things about bagels in general, too. It made me hungry for a mish-mash bagel.

TRAVEl wRiTinGFirst PlaceTreetop RetreatJill SellOhio MagazineSweetly written story about these tree-houses.

Second PlaceMonticello revelationsSusan GlaserThe Plain DealerNicely told tale of the writer’s visit to Monticello.

Third PlaceShipwrecks, lighthouses, ore boat in spotlight at Toledo’s National Museum of the Great LakesBob DowningAkron Beacon JournalInformative and straightforward piece on the museum.

RADiOnEwSFirst PlaceWill the Ohio River carry fracking waste-water?Tim RudellWKSU

Second PlaceWill Northeast Ohio house a key piece of the U.S. missile defense shield?M.l. SchultzeWKSU

Third PlaceTamir Rice Shooting90.3 wcPn news StaffWCPN ideastream

On-GOinG cOVERAGEFirst PlaceEbola visits OhioStaffWKSU

Second Place2014 at the Statehouse RecappedAndy chow, Jo ingles, Karen KaslerOhio Public Radio

PuBlic SERVicEFirst PlaceHeroin: Big Trouble in a Small TownAmanda RabinowitzWKSU

PhOTOGRAPhy DAily nEwSPAPER GEnERAl nEwSSecond Place: Fireman’s farewell by Marvin Fong, The Plain Dealer

FOOD wRiTinGFirst Place: Creating a Cheese Culture by Beth Stallings Columbus Crave

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This series explores heroin addiction from several angles, providing viewers with insight into what it means to have a loved one addicted to heroin, to live in a town harmed by heroin, to be a person strug-gling with heroin addiction ... a compelling and well-written series.

Second PlaceCaregiving: Challenges and Promises in a World of NeedSarah Jane TribbleWCPN ideastream

Third PlaceThe Affordable Care Act’s Effects On BusinessesSarah Jane TribbleWCPN ideastream

in-DEPTh cOVERAGEFirst PlaceCleveland welcomes the International Gay GamesAmanda RabinowitzWKSU

Second PlaceThe Challenges of Gangs Online and OfflineTony GanzerWCPN ideastream

Third PlaceGay Games Come to ClevelandDavid c. BarnettWCPN ideastream

huMAn inTERESTFirst PlaceColumbus Restaurateur Knighted For Honoring VeteransTony GanzerWCPN ideastream

Second PlaceIda McKinley’s tiara comes home, with the help of “Pawn Stars”M.l. SchultzeWKSU

Third PlaceCleveland’s League Park is alive again after 74 yearsKabir BhatiaWKSU

uSE OF SOunDFirst PlaceOne Mans After-Work Cocktail: The Chagrin River in a KayakJoanna RichardsWCPN ideastream

Second PlaceBirding Hobby Could Soar in Ohio This SeasonAndy chowOhio Public Radio

nEwS wRiTinGFirst PlaceAfter Tamir Rice’s Death, Listening to the Voices of Cudellnick casteleWCPN ideastreamThe voices chosen for this story really sing, and the reporter does a great job of putting together the structure of the piece and then getting out of the way so the subjects can tell the story. Nicely done.

Second PlaceMemorials Grow From the Sites of Cleveland TragediesDavid c. BarnettWCPN ideastream Really interesting and well-written. I en-joyed listening.

RADiO ShOwFirst PlaceThe Sound of Ideas: Police and the Black Community

Mike Mcintyre, ida lieszkovszky-hargitai, Paul cox, Jack helbigWCPN ideastream

Second PlaceBridge Demolition? It’s a BlastBrian BullWCPN ideastream

BEST RADiO nEwScAST in OhiO in A MAJOR MARKET(Cleveland- Columbus or Cincinnati)

First PlacewKSu newscastJeff St. clair, Vivian GoodmanWKSU

TElEViSiOnnEwSFirst PlaceLive Fire TrainingJeff hogan, Derek SteyerWFMJ

Second PlaceHeroin MomTimothy Dale, Michelle nicksWFMJ

On-GOinG cOVERAGEFirst PlaceA King’s Return Staff WKYC

Second PlaceDeadly LoopholeMichelle nicks, Timothy DaleWFMJ

PuBlic SERVicEFirst PlaceBe Well: CaregivingImportant topic done thoughtfully.Kay colby, Sarah Jane TribbleWVIZ

huMAn inTERESTFirst PlaceLet Them Eat FliesMary FecteauWVIZ

Second PlaceWiffle Ball ParkDerek SteyerWFMJ

Third PlaceFaces of HungerPaul Kiselica, Derek SteyerWFMJ

SPORTS REPORT OR cOMMEnTARyFirst PlaceSabre Baseball Bat BusinessJeff holenchick, Dana BalashWFMJNicely shot and edited and well composed. Fun story and we all want our stations’ logos on our bats!

TElEViSiOn ShOwFirst PlaceWVIZBe Well: CaregiversKay colby, Sarah Jane Tribble, lauren wilsonSecond Place“The State of Ohio”Karen Kasler, Ron corbyOhio Public Television

BEST TElEViSiOn nEwScAST in OhiO in A MAJOR MARKET(Cleveland- Columbus or Cincinnati)

First PlaceChannel 3 News at 6 Staff WKYC

TRADE PuBlicATiOnSTRADE REPORTFirst PlaceCoin World’s coverage of the 1974-D aluminum centSteve Roach, Paul GilkesCoin World

Second PlaceThe Student IssueStaff The College Store Magazine

Third PlaceRubber Manufacturing in AmericaRPn Staff Rubber & Plastics News

FEATuRES: PERSOnAliTy PROFilEFirst PlacePut it down on paperJohn walshJohn Carroll University

Second PlaceHanging up his suitcaseMiles MooreRubber & Plastics News

Third Place12-year-old collector gains praise Paul GilkesCoin World

TRADE PuBlicATiOnSFEATuRES: GEnERAlSecond Place: Collecting the MacabreSteve Roach, Jeff Starck, Paul Gilkes, Michele OrzanoCoin World

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PhOTOGRAPhy DAily nEwSPAPERSPOT nEwSFirst PlaceChurch BurnsBruce BishopThe Chronicle-TelegramGreat photo that gives readers a unique angle and helps tell the story.

Second PlaceCrashMarvin FongThe Plain Dealer

Third PlaceStandoff EndedBruce BishopThe Chronicle-Telegram

GEnERAl nEwSFirst PlaceFarewell to a HeroEd Suba Jr.Akron Beacon JournalGreat photo that will grab a reader’s atten-tion.

Second PlaceFireman’s farewellMarvin FongThe Plain Dealer

Third PlaceStanding MemorialPhil MasturzoAkron Beacon Journal

SPORTS First PlaceFreeze FrameBruce BishopThe Chronicle-Telegram

Second PlacePounded and GroundedPhil MasturzoAkron Beacon Journal

Third PlaceState ChampPhil MasturzoAkron Beacon Journal

GEnERAl FEATuREFirst PlaceHome OpenerKristin BauerThe Chronicle-Telegram

Great imagery, composition, showing us something is about to happen, perhaps in a delightful way.

Second PlaceHand in HandEd Suba Jr.Akron Beacon JournalA beautiful story is told about the beginning of life and the wondrous promise it might hold. A superb picture by any standard.

Third PlaceFirst-day blueslisa DeJongThe Plain DealerThis entry catches impressively the experi-ence of all...that first day of school. It leaves us to wonder what was the little fellow’s day like? Scary, frustrating, fun? His face may show anger, but what the rest of the day like. Excellent composition, with fine attention to detail.

STuDiO PhOTOGRAPhy First PlaceComfort FoodPhil MasturzoAkron Beacon Journal

Second PlaceLuxurious scarflisa DeJongThe Plain Dealer

Third PlaceClutchlisa DeJongThe Plain Dealer

PORTRAiT / PERSOnAliTy PhOTOGRAPhy First PlaceLove EternalBruce BishopThe Chronicle-Telegram

Second PlaceHeavenly muralistlisa DeJongThe Plain Dealer

Third PlaceAngelicThomas OndreyThe Plain Dealer

Photo JournalismFirst PlaceFarewell to a HeroEd Suba Jr.Akron Beacon Journal

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Heavenly muralist lisa DeJong,

The Plain Dealer

Long-Term LivingWinner provided senior care providers with a comprehensive outlook for the coming year

Second PlaceThe ROI of PODDan AngeloThe College Store Magazine

Third PlaceDirect Pay: A promising care model, with challengesJeffrey BendixAdvanstar Communications

DEPARTMEnTS OR cOluMnSFirst PlaceViewpointEdward nogaRubber & Plastics News

Second PlaceThe College Store EditorialMichael von GlahnThe College Store Magazine

Third PlaceFYIMichael von Glahn, Monica DoudThe College Store Magazine

BEST TRADE PuBlicATiOn in OhiOFirst Placechief content Officer Staff Content Marketing Institute

Second PlaceBoutique DesignMary Scoviak, Matthew hall, Kelly FarrarBoutique Design

Third PlaceShale magazine

FEATuRES: GEnERAlFirst PlaceThe Francis effectJohn walshJohn Carroll UniversityCaptures the spirit of Pope Francis with insightful quotes and little known facts

Second PlaceCollecting the MacabreSteve Roach, Jeff Starck, Paul Gilkes, Michele OrzanoCoin World

Third PlaceTake the C-BusDan AngeloThe College Store Magazine

FEATuRES: SPEciAl SEcTiOn/PAcKAGEFirst PlaceHidden Treasures: Under the sea and in the groundSteve Roach, Paul Gilkes, william GibbsCoin WorldCompelling stories of discovering world treasures on land and under the sea

Second PlaceHelp wanted: Rubber industry has open-ings, but will talent answer call?Don DetoreRubber & Plastics News

Third PlaceLitigation gusher / Shale magazineDan ShinglerCrain’s Cleveland Business

FEATuRES: TREnDSFirst Place2015 Business Outlooklois A. Bowers

The Press Club of Cleveland Friday, June 5, 2015 21 Ohio Excellence in JournalismSecond PlaceThe Girls of Lower Price Hillliz DufourThe Cincinnati Enquirer

Third PlaceHouse flipperlisa DeJongThe Plain Dealer

PhOTOGRAPhy - nOn-DAily nEwSPAPERSPOT nEwS First PlaceHands Up for JusticeJesse FoxCincinnati CityBeat

GEnERAl nEwSFirst PlaceSt. Baldrickschris ParkerThisWeek Newspapers

SPORTSFirst PlaceTagRyan youngThisWeek Newspapers

Second PlaceLossJoshua BickelThisWeek Newspapers

Third PlaceWrestlinglorrie cecilThisWeek Newspapers

GEnERAl FEATuRE First PlaceBeard-cicleMeghan RalstonColumbus Alive

Second PlaceCreamy WhipJesse FoxCincinnati CityBeat

Third PlaceDerbyJoshua BickelThisWeek Newspapers

PicTORiAl First PlaceBandJoshua BickelThisWeek Newspapers

PhOTOGRAPhy - All OThERSGEnERAl PhOTO - SinGlE iMAGEFirst PlaceA Creative ApproachTim JohnsonColumbus CEO

Second PlaceBel Lago ChefTessa BergColumbus Monthly

Third PlaceTypewriter RepairmanTessa BergColumbus Monthly

GEnERAl PhOTO - MulTiPlE iMAGESFirst PlaceColumbus Bride - FashionTessa BergColumbus Bride

Second PlaceThe New Jazz AgeTessa BergColumbus Monthly

Third PlaceCreating a Cheese Culturewill ShillingColumbus Crave

PORTRAiT / PERSOnAliTy PhOTOGRAPhy First PlaceTastemaker Donte Allenwill ShillingColumbus Crave

Second PlaceThe Last HousesJason MillerCleveland Magazine

Third PlaceTastemaker Logan Demmywill ShillingColumbus Crave

STuDiO PhOTOGRAPhyFirst PlaceSummer Meets Fall at VeritasTim JohnsonColumbus Crave

Second PlaceColumbus Bride - FashionTessa BergColumbus Bride

Third PlaceThe Mixologist: Capital Style Holiday Fashionwill ShillingCapital Style

PhOTO JOuRnAliSMFirst PlaceChange of HeartJason MillerCleveland Magazine

Second PlaceKyle’s StoryKristin BauerThe Chronicle-Telegram

Third PlaceA Milkmaid’s MorningKristyn henslee, Karin McKennaEdible Cleveland

PicTORiAl First PlaceLightningBruce BishopThe Chronicle-Telegram

Second PlaceCascade ReflectionsKristin BauerThe Chronicle-Telegram

Third PlaceSomewhere Under the RainbowKristin BauerThe Chronicle-Telegram

ViSuAlSSinGlE cARTOOnFirst PlaceISIS’ SoulJeff DarcyCleveland.com

Second Place

Ebola cartoonRichard williamsCrain’s Cleveland Business

Third PlaceGM EthicsKirk waltersThe Toledo Blade

BEST in OhiO: cARTOOninGFirst PlaceJeff DarcyCleveland.com

Second PlaceKirk waltersThe Toledo Blade

Third PlaceRichard williamsCrain’s Cleveland Business

illuSTRATiOn SinGlE iMAGEFirst PlaceOur Super-Awesome Spectacular Year!Paul SharpCleveland Magazine

Second PlaceScare TacticsTom FisherThe Toledo Blade

Third PlaceFirst DownAG Ford, lesley BlakeOhio Magazine

MulTiPlE illuSTRATiOnS FOR OnE STORy- All PuBlicATiOnSFirst PlaceRoadmap to HappyKathryn landisCapital Style

Second PlaceIllustrations from the business world

GEnERAl ciRculATiOn MAGAZinES FEATuRES: PERSOnAliTy PROFilESecond PlaceFinding FreedomErick TrickeyCleveland Magazine

22 Friday, June 5, 2015 The Press Club of ClevelandOhio Excellence in JournalismRebecca R. MarkovitzCrain’s Cleveland Business

BEST in OhiO: illuSTRATiOnFirst PlaceAndrea levyThe Plain Dealer

inFOGRAPhicSFirst PlacePursuit of the NFL’s 16th franchiseMichael nyergesThe Cincinnati Enquirer

Second PlaceGreat GordonTony laricciaThe Plain Dealer

Third PlaceWhy the Reds open at homeMichael nyergesThe Cincinnati Enquirer

BEST in OhiO: inFOGRAPhicSFirst PlaceMichael nyergesThe Cincinnati Enquirer

Second Placeyogesh chaudharyColumbus CEO

Third PlaceErin hollThisWeek Newspapers

SinGlE PAGE DESiGn- BROADShEETFirst PlaceHardworkAndrea Zagata, Josh crutchmer, Josh GunterThe Plain Dealer

Second PlaceJohnny Be GoodBrian ShellitoAkron Beacon Journal

Third PlacePreparing for Black FridayRick Steinhauser, Kathy hagedornAkron Beacon Journal

SinGlE PAGE DESiGn- TABFirst PlaceSnow WhiteEdna JakubowskiAkron Beacon Journal

Second PlaceMaking Holocaust history in OhioJon larson

Cleveland Jewish News

Third PlaceFull court pressRebecca R. MarkovitzCrain’s Cleveland Business

SinGlE PAGE DESiGn- MAGAZinEFirst PlaceGateway January 2014Sam TwarekCleveland Magazine

Second PlaceIngredients May 2014Sam TwarekCleveland Magazine

Third PlaceLate HarvestKathryn landisColumbus Crave

A-1 nEwS FROnT- DAily AnD nOn-DAily nEwSPAPERSFirst PlaceCincinnati Business CourierKevin coxPresents variety of content in a website encapsulation way, but it’s visually pleasing and there’s a central image on which to focus.

Second PlaceMedina County GazetteScott KlineNicely done news packaging with strong graphics

Third PlaceCleveland Jewish NewsJon larsonSimple, traditional treatments but give magazine-like treatments graphically to front page. I like that

SPREAD OR MulTiPlE PAGE- BROADShEETSFirst PlaceHeartbreak to hopelynn ischay, David KordalskiThe Plain DealerPhotos can complement an emotional story in ways that other graphics often cannot. The layout and photos naturally invite you into the text

Second PlaceElection aftermathScott KlineMedina County GazetteThe layout makes what could be a boring or tedious subject seem more approachable.

SPREAD OR MulTiPlE PAGE- TABSFirst PlaceHeroin SeriesStaff ThisWeek Newspapers

Second PlaceA Very Bad Time to Get LostKevin coxCincinnati Business Courier

Third PlaceOur kinda jointsJane MitchellThe Plain Dealer

SPREAD OR MulTiPlE PAGE- MAGAZinESFirst Place50 Ways to Enjoy ColumbusKathryn landisCapital StyleNice balance of geometric design and use of images. The pyramid and diamond designs keep the flow act and engaging.

Second PlaceStep OutsideKristen MillerCleveland MagazineNicely done from start to finish. The Layout plays well to the various components, giving each their due without diluting the piece with over-design.

Third PlaceThe New Jazz AgeBetsy BeckerColumbus MonthlyBeautiful. Nice use of real and illustration components. The large photos draw readers in to see details of the instruments.

cOVERS: GEnERAl ciRculATiOn MAGAZinES- SunDAy MAGAZinESFirst PlaceAugust 2014 CoverKristen MillerCleveland MagazineCompelling image for a rainbow city issue.

Second PlaceThe New Jazz Agecarrie SosnowskiColumbus MonthlyGreat cover. The aqua treatment makes it different and stronger.

Third PlaceCanvas Fall/Winter 2014Jon larsonCleveland Jewish News

Love the image.

cOVERS: BuSinESS PuBlicATiOnSFirst PlaceColumbus CEO, January 2014 cover, Business Outlookyogesh chaudharyColumbus CEO Very inventive image with the buildings housing the year. Very stylized and slick.

Second PlaceThis could be the one; Why Ohio car dealers fear Tesla; Counting on the quantsJohn lauerBusiness FirstEffective use of shading, and love the di-chotomy of ugly refuse and lovely sky.

Third PlaceBusiness of Cancer Care Rebecca R. MarkovitzCrain’s Cleveland BusinessInteresting concept

cOVERS: TRADE & PROFESSiOnAl PuBlicATiOnSFirst PlaceChief Content OfficerStaff Content Marketing InstituteHard to be a good combination of humor and orange.

Second PlaceThe College Store, March/April 2014Monica DoudThe College Store MagazineNice and clean but interesting.

Third PlaceStaying innovative: Michelin continues to invest in U.S.Don DetoreRubber & Plastics NewsEngaging. Good use of shading.

BEST uSE OF MulTiMEDiAFirst PlaceHeroin SeriesStaff ThisWeek NewspapersThere are many components here to draw in the reader.

Second PlaceTimeline: From Crash to RecoveryKarie SpaetzelThe Chronicle-TelegramWhat a project to take on, and one that doesn’t often get discussed in the media

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24 Friday, June 5, 2015 The Press Club of ClevelandOhio Excellence in Journalism