Star of SNA
The ‘Star of SNA’ stands for excellence. SNA member newspapers strive
to provide outstanding local news coverage along with exceptional,
targeted advertising opportunities for local and major advertisers.
Click on the link of your choice to view outstanding, award winning
examples of SNA member newspapers.
SNA Newspaper of the Year
The Annual SNA Newspaper of the Year contest is highly competitive with
several hundred newspapers competing for this top honor in their
circulation class. The staff at the American Press Institute, North
America's leading newspaper training organization, conducts the
judging.
SNA Editorial Excellence
The Annual SNA Editorial contest recognizes editorial excellence in six
different circulation classes that separates dailies from non-dailies.
Thousands of newspaper entries from all over North America compete to
be named the best. This sampling of winning entries showcases
categories such as: Best Front Page, Best Sports Photo, Best Headline,
Best Breaking News Photo, Best Use of Graphics, Best Special Section,
Best Entertainment/Lifestyles Section and Best Feature Photo. It truly
shows the quality and diversity of SNA member newspapers.
SNA Advertising & Promotions Excellence
The Annual Advertising & Promotions contest recognizes excellence
in the field of advertising and marketing. This highly competitive
contest includes categories such as: Best Rate Card/Marketing
Materials, Best Classified Section, Best New Shopping Section, Best
Real Estate Publication, Best Community Service Promotion and much
more.