The Springfield News-Leader was recognized with a multitude of awards during the annual Missouri Press Association Conference on Saturday. From thorough and accurate reporting to in-depth and captivating visuals, the News-Leader staff have been recognized for their work in the following categories.
First place awards
Best Editorial and Opinion Pages: Staff
Best Headline Writing: Staff
Specifically, the News-Leader’s staff was recognized for the following headlines:
- Have it your way — somewhere else: Springfield Burger King near MSU closes by Susan Szuch
- Real-life ‘Ratatouille?’ Inspection finds live mouse in Springfield restaurant’s kitchen by Susan Szuch
- Are the rumors true? Is Springfield’s best steak served at a gentleman’s club? by Greta Cross
- No need for plane fare — you can try international food at these Springfield markets by Susan Szuch
- Big drama in little Highlandville: Ex-police chief files third federal lawsuit in 10 years by Ryan Collingwood
Best Military Story: Springfield family will be reunited with soldier’s dog tag found in WWII plane’s wreckage by Greta Cross