Each year, the MCP Awards shine a spotlight on the outstanding work being produced by community publishers throughout the Midwest. The annual competition recognizes excellence in both graphic design and editorial achievement, giving publications the opportunity to showcase their very best work from the previous year.
The competition is divided into two primary divisions, Graphic Design and Editorial, and features more than 60 individual classes. Entries range from innovative advertising campaigns and creative layouts to compelling writing and impactful storytelling. Together, these awards celebrate the talent, creativity, and dedication that drive community publications forward.
Notable winners included: Star Publications for their General Excellence wins in both papers that do and do not carry news, Sidney Kiersch for the Ad Design Contest, and the Lakes News Shopper for their Best in Show ad for The Peacock.
While the competition honors exceptional work on the page, MCP also recognizes the individuals whose contributions elevate the entire industry through special awards such as Graphic Designer of the Year, Unsung Hero, and the President’s Memorial Award for Distinguished Service.
This year’s winner of Graphic Designer of the Year went to Carrie Hendricks of the Buchanan County Shopper. The Unsung Hero award was given to Jennifer Nelson of Tollefson Publishing. And, the Distinguished Service honor was awarded to Leeanne Borkowski (seen above, left) and Sue Pilla.
The MCP Awards are more than a competition though; they are a celebration of the people, creativity, and commitment that keep community publications thriving.
You can view all the winners on our website by clicking this link:
https://www.mfcp.org/news-events
The competition is divided into two primary divisions, Graphic Design and Editorial, and features more than 60 individual classes. Entries range from innovative advertising campaigns and creative layouts to compelling writing and impactful storytelling. Together, these awards celebrate the talent, creativity, and dedication that drive community publications forward.
Notable winners included: Star Publications for their General Excellence wins in both papers that do and do not carry news, Sidney Kiersch for the Ad Design Contest, and the Lakes News Shopper for their Best in Show ad for The Peacock.
While the competition honors exceptional work on the page, MCP also recognizes the individuals whose contributions elevate the entire industry through special awards such as Graphic Designer of the Year, Unsung Hero, and the President’s Memorial Award for Distinguished Service.
This year’s winner of Graphic Designer of the Year went to Carrie Hendricks of the Buchanan County Shopper. The Unsung Hero award was given to Jennifer Nelson of Tollefson Publishing. And, the Distinguished Service honor was awarded to Leeanne Borkowski (seen above, left) and Sue Pilla.
The MCP Awards are more than a competition though; they are a celebration of the people, creativity, and commitment that keep community publications thriving.
You can view all the winners on our website by clicking this link:
https://www.mfcp.org/news-events