The Jackson County Advocate, Grandview and South
Kansas City’s locally-owned hometown newspaper since 1953, remains an
award-winning news source. The paper received recognition on Saturday,
September 28, at the Missouri Press Association’s annual Better Newspaper
Awards luncheon, held at the VooDoo Lounge at Harrah’s North Kansas City Hotel
and Casino.
Editor Mary Wilson received two first place awards for best
story about history (Forgotten Cemetery) and best story about religion
(Flourish Furnishings). She also received second place in best story about
rural life or agriculture, and best coverage of government; third place in best
business story, and best news or feature series; and honorable mention in best
coverage of government. Former sports editor Brent Kalwei received third place
in best sports feature story; and honorable mention in best sports feature
story, and best sports news story or package.
“Of course, we don’t do what we do for the awards,” said
Wilson. “But, being recognized for a job well done is always nice and is very
much appreciated. I love what I do. I love being able to tell the stories of
the community; your stories. I love getting to know the people and places in my
hometown, and I love uncovering the nitty gritty when necessary, too.”
The Better Newspaper Awards are part of an annual contest,
put on by the Missouri Press Foundation. The Advocate, a member of the
Missouri Press Association, has won numerous awards in this statewide contest over
the years. Wilson also currently serves on the association’s Board of
Directors.
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