Clarion Herald wins 10 Awards at Catholic Media Convention

Here are links to the stories and photos that won 10 awards from the Catholic Press Association judges, along with the judges' comments:

NEWSPAPER OF THE YEAR: Weekly Diocesan Newspaper, Circulation 25,001 or more
Third Place

Judges: “The Catholic Wedding special section was excellent. Very impressive collection and variety of stories. Nice layout. There is a lot packed into this newspaper. The bite-sized stories are particularly appealing for the busy reader."

BEST REPORTING OF SOCIAL JUSTICE ISSUES: Care for God’s Creation
First Place

“Loyola law students take Flint crisis to global tribunal” by Beth Donze

Judges: "Long after most national attention has moved on, the residents of Flint, Michigan, still suffer from contaminated drinking water. This story powerfully details the effects people have faced—including, in some cases, death—and explains that Loyola University law students have turned to an international human rights tribunal to seek an affirmation that clean and safe water is a basic human right."

https://clarionherald.org/…/loyola-law-students-take-flint…/

BEST NEWS WRITING ON A NATIONAL OR INTERNATIONAL EVENT: National Event, Diocesan Newspaper 
Second Place

“Painful truths, hopeful future” by Peter Finney Jr.

Judges: "Truth-telling can be painful but is necessary. The author used touching stories, captivating quotes, and clearly described detail to tell this important story about the history of slavery and Georgetown University."

https://clarionherald.org/…/…/painful-truths-hopeful-future/

BEST PERSONALITY PROFILE: Weekly Diocesan Newspaper, Circulation 25,001 or more
Second Place

“Faith carried Regina Matrum through family tragedy” by Beth Donze

Judges: "Excellent use of details and quotations to weave the story."

https://clarionherald.org/…/faith-carried-regina-matrum-fa…/

BEST PHOTOGRAPH: Best General News Photo 
Second Place

“Keeping the faith—for a third time” by Peter Finney Jr.

Judges: "Kudos to the photographer for access in a sensitive situation. While the composition is wonderful, a little more emotion would have helped this rise to the top."

https://clarionherald.org/?s=keeping+the+faith&submit=

BEST PERSONALITY PROFILE: Weekly Diocesan Newspaper, Circulation 25,001 or more
Third Place

“Catholic Foundation honors Rodi, pro-life advocate” by Beth Donze

Judges: "The subject’s personality is evident throughout the article through quotes and the many details of her life. Nicely done."

https://clarionherald.org/…/catholic-foundation-honors-rod…/

BEST INVESTIGATIVE/ANALYSIS NEWS WRITING: Investigative News Writing, Diocesan Newspaper 
Third Place

“A ministry of presence” by Peter Finney Jr.

Judges: "Highly descriptive reporting about a timely and emotional issue and what is being done to address it. Writing style is smooth and clear, painting a picture for readers absent the lurid details that often bog down these types of stories."

https://clarionherald.org/?s=A+ministry+of+presence&submit=

BEST NEWS WRITING ON A NATIONAL OR INTERNATIONAL EVENT: National Event, Diocesan Newspaper 
Honorable Mention

“African-born clergy and religious in U.S. growing” by Beth Donze

https://clarionherald.org/?s=African-born+clergy&submit=

BEST NEWS WRITING ON A LOCAL OR REGIONAL EVENT: Weekly Diocesan Newspaper, Circulation 25,001 or more 
Honorable Mention

“An artistic transformation” by Beth Donze

https://clarionherald.org/…

BEST REPORTING ON VOCATIONS TO PRIESTHOOD, RELIGIOUS LIFE OR DIACONATE: Weekly Diocesan Newspaper, Circulation 25,001 or more 
Honorable Mention“When saying ‘yes to the dress’ is a ‘yes’ to God” by Peter Finney Jr.