2009 TABBIE WINNERS     Click on images to see larger version. (Images/links will be added as winners provide them to us.)   Feature Article: Top 25 Entries 1. (Gold Winner) Computerworld IT's Open Secret Tracy Mayor, Valerie Potter, Kathleen Melymuka, Stephanie Faucher   Judging comments: "Computerworld took a chance on publishing a feature that explored a sensitive topic about its audience directly: mental challenges more common than you think for IT personnel. Tracy did a superior job of analyzing Asperger’s Syndrome/high-functioning autism and how IT professionals are often diagnosed with this complication. Tracy talked to people with this mental illness and their difficulties and successes in the workplace. Tracy wrote an engaging lead that set the tone for the article and finished with a solid conclusion that justified the argument presented. The feature was interesting, engaging and relevant to the audience." "The story provides great insight into the life of Aspies in this field. Excellent reporting and use of quotes."     2. (Silver Winner) JCK Luxury Seal of Disapproval Carrie Soucy, Editor; Jennifer Heebner, Senior Editor   Judging comments: "JCK presented one of the best researched and effective feature stories. Jennifer and Carrie presented a compelling story about COO that directly affects their audience’s way of doing business. Both authors analyzed the problem with Made in China and how COO can impact sales for their audience. They quoted multiple sources and went beyond just using experts’ quotes to analyze the information they gathered. The feature is well-organized and contains multiple examples of the labels for COO and different ways that the audience can use COO to benefit sales. The layout is clean and easy to follow with a very stylized and polished presentation. The photos are blended into the text in an appealing form. Art elements enhance the story, and are relevant to presenting the story. Overall, excellent." "The lead hooked me and I'd like to thank the writer for a great read. Solid reporting on an important topic."     3. (Bronze Winner) Tobacco Reporter Out of Africa Taco Tuinstra   Judging comments: "After I read this story, I felt like I'd been along for the journey. Excellent reporting and great storytelling. Thanks for the ride!" "Out of Africa is the epitome of a compelling feature that captivates readers and involves them in the story. Taco is an excellent writer who can bring the reader to the forefront of any issue. He skillfully explores the issues facing African tobacco exporters and the truck drivers that must face challenges to get their product to market. I love Taco’s writing style and the way he weaves a story."     4. Engineering News-Record Higher Learning Tudor Van Hampton, Guy Lawrence     5. rt Image Expecting Life rt Image Staff     6. Law Enforcement Technology The Balancing Act Tabatha J. Wethal     7. Gifts & Decorative Accessories Knock it Off Caroline Kennedy, Meredith Schwartz, Bessie Nestoras, Miguel Bravo, Nancy Wolkow     8. Exhibitor Magazine The Greening of the Industry Charlie Pappas     9. DTN/The Progressive Farmer The Best Places To Live In America Jamie Cole, Gregg Hillyer, Jim Patrico, Dan Miller     10. Atlantic Business Magazine Strangers in a Strange Land Alec Bruce     11. Network World CAN-SPAM: What went wrong? Neal Weinberg, Executive Features Editor     12. Community Banker Coming to the Capitol John Ginovsky     13. Architect Buckeye: Next 6 Exits Ned Cramer, Amanda Kolson Hurley, Bradford McKee     14. NCAA Champion Prop 48 is Growing Old David Pickle     15. 1 to 1 Magazine Get Past the Hype Jeremy Nedelka     16. Realtor Magazine Inside the Mind of the Consumer Wendy Cole     17. Buildings It's Green—Now Find Out What that Really Means Jana Madsen     18. Physicians Practice Voting for Change Physicians Practice Staff     19. Civil Engineering Carrying the Torch Jeff L. Brown     20. Foodservice Equipment Reports Liquid Assets Janice Cha, Senior Editor; Julie Wilhm Art Director; Jennifer Hicks Executive Editor; Brian Ward, Chief Editor     21. LP Gas Magazine Rust Belts Patrick Hyland     22. Biz Ed Teaching Business in aWeb 2.0 World Sharon Shinn, Tricia Bisoux, Annette DeLisle     23. Proto Magazine One Town's Treasure Peggy Slasman     24. Engineering Inc. Trouble Below The Magazine Group     25. Multichannel News Breaking Free Todd Spangler