This award goes to journalists who have been in the profession less than five years. It recognizes their outstanding work, and is intended to encourage them to remain in the business.
Urban dailies
Bethany Barnes
Las Vegas Review-Journal
Through a series of hard-hitting articles published over the course of the contest year, Bethany raised serious questions about the DA’s use of financial inducements. The impact of the revelation is still being felt… A fearless journalist undaunted in pursuit of justice even at great personal cost.
Intermediate
Sarah Hauck
The Record-Courier
Refreshing to see someone with other experience come into community journalism and succeed.
Community
Steven Slivka
Boulder City Review
A versatile reporter. Steven seems comfortable with all kinds of assignments and the stories show he’s more than capable at each. Well done. Keep it up.
Urban weeklies
Sandy Lopez
View Neighborhood
Consistent stories written well. I never thought I’d get fired up over a GI Joe collection. Good solid work with stories that go beyond the surface.