ON wins 2 SPJ awards in statewide journalism competition

The Owen News was recognized last month at the annual Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) Best in Indiana Journalism Awards.

The awards are hosted by the Indiana Pro SPJ Chapter. The Owen News placed third in environmental reporting for publications under 10,000. The first and second place winners were Limestone Post Magazine and The Herald-Times, respectively. Both publications are located in Monroe County.

The Owen News also placed third in newspaper page one design. This category includes all newspapers throughout the state. The Indianapolis Business Journal and The Indianapolis Star took first and second respectively.

"It is an honor to be recognized for work that took place so early in our existence, especially as we had not hired paid staff during that time," ON Executive Editor Nicole DeCriscio said. "It affirms the quality of the product that we produce, which we wouldn't be able to do without The Owen County Community Foundation, our readers, our donors and our advertisers. We're successful because of the support of our community."