dallas morning news It won nine top awards at the 2023 Texas Managing Editor Journalism Awards, including being named Newsroom of the Year.
A total of 18 awards and two honorable mentions were received. news.
The results, which recognize the efforts of news organizations in the state, were announced over the weekend at the Texas Editorial Annual Conference in Temple.
news They compete in Class 3A, which includes the state's largest newsrooms.
“The reporters, photojournalists, designers, digital, multi-platform, front-line editors, researchers and columnists in our newsrooms all work incredibly hard and ensure we give our all. I truly believe that local journalism is essential to our community and its future.” newssaid editor-in-chief Catrice Hardy. “Every day, we aim to publish journalism that informs our readers about the people, programs, and policies that impact their lives. From education and health care, the arts and transportation, and public safety agencies to state and local governments. give.
“This honor is truly amazing as it confirms the impact our work has on our community and all of North Texas.”
first prize
news's staff won Class 3A Newspaper of the Year, the contest's highest honor.last time news This award was received in 2020.
Rangers beat writer Evan Grant won first place in the Celeste Williams Star Sports Writer of the Year category. His body of work included covering the first-ever World Series Champion Texas Rangers. The Rangers acquire Max Scherzer from the New York Mets. A profile of MLB player brothers Nathaniel and Josh Lowe and their mother's brain tumor diagnosis. Former Rangers general manager Jon Daniels, one year after being fired. and Bally Sports' financial difficulties.
Smiley Poole was named Star Photojournalist of the Year for her photos covering a variety of subjects, including the Cowboys, Rangers, the popular Nick and Sam server, the aftermath of the Allen Outlet shooting, and bluebonnets. Won 1st place.Pool ended in a tie for 1st place austin american politician Photographer Ricardo B. Brazziel.
Watchdog columnist Dave Lieber won first place for general column writing for his work covering seniors caught in the middle as TxDOT faces criticism for a lack of empathy. The mayor's actions led to the arrest of Councilman Godley. And watchdogs have reported that syndicates are spending millions of dollars on the Texas Lottery to beat all others.
Architectural critic Mark Lamster's comments and critiques include articles on Fountain Place, the rocket-shaped tower that stands out on the Dallas skyline, and Carrollton Church, which he considers “the best new building in Texas.” won first place.
Cowboys beat writer Michael Gehlken won first place in Sports Feature with his profile on the “untold legend” of Dallas Cowboys left tackle Tyron Smith.
Photographer Tom Fox won first place in the photojournalism category for his work: newsThe Deadly Fake Project reveals the many impacts of fentanyl on North Texas.
Photographer Shafqat Anowar won first place in the feature photo category for his photo of Texas Rangers fans' reactions to the team's World Series victory at a viewing party at Globe Life Field.
Multiplatform editor Sandra Guerra-Cline won first place in the headline writing category. Some of her best headlines included: Stars aren't so bright at night — a study on the effects of artificial lighting surprises scientists. A resting place for history — Oakland Cemetery, home of Rusty the Dog, lives on despite hardship. Home, home, on stage — The Academy of Country Music is here to stay, and may stay for a while.; Armed with only words — at a hearing, victims' loved ones confront the Walmart shooter who killed 23 people. and Cheap cars aren't starters — U.S. shoppers have only one car left for under $30,000
Runner-up prize
news Stuff received this year's Star-Breaking 2nd place award for its swift and extensive coverage of the mass shooting at Allen Premium Outlets. The team produced more than 17 articles in his first 24 hours after the tragedy occurred, including articles from the Austin and Washington, D.C. bureaus and articles translated into Spanish.
news' The editorial board earned second place for a series of political editorials, including an article after Attorney General Ken Paxton's acquittal in his impeachment trial and an article indicting Paxton's eight whistleblowers. Dallas Morning News'' Texans of the Year.
Breaking news reporter Jamie Landers won second place in this year's Star Reporter Award. Her body of work includes the story of how the mysteries of the Dallas Zoo were solved, a memorial to the zoo's vultures, the reopening of the restaurant at the Allen Outlet after the shooting, and the Narcan vending machine. Contributions to the newsroom's Deadly Fake Project about how It could help combat the drug crisis and help police investigate fentanyl-related deaths as homicides.
Sports columnist Kevin Sherrington won second place in the sports column writing category. The award recognized Adris Garcia of the Texas Rangers for his team's chance at the World Series, his coverage of the Rangers-Astros rivalry and Colorado's Dion's bitter beginnings and birth story. It is something. Sanders' reaction to his team's win over TCU.
News editorial assistant Alma Lozoya also won second place in the Designer of the Year award for a series of front page designs.
3rd place award
news' Stuff won third place in the Star Online Package of the Year for its Deadly Fake project, which published at least one story every day in September.
Lauren Calva, Smiley Poole and Ali Sen were awarded third place in this year's Star Investigative Report for their “Bleeding Out” series. This project is news Completed in partnership with san antonio express newswas an investigation into why tens of thousands of injured Americans die each year from preventable hemorrhage.
Poole also won third place in the sports photography category. Multiplatform editor Eric Schutz won third place in the headline writing category.
Honorable mention
news The team's efforts in reporting on the mass shooting at Allen Premium Outlets earned them a prestigious award for the entire staff.
Education Lab reporter Talia Richman was recognized with an honorable mention in the professional reporting category. Her stories include the story of Texas students who feared punishment for school shootings, the explosion of uncertified new teachers in Texas to fill the gap, and advanced mathematics. It included a plan by the state of Texas to make access more equitable.
