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The News & Observer won 31 awards from the North Carolina Press Association, including second place in the General Excellence category.
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The newspaper competes against the largest media outlets in the state. They were judged for work published from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026.
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The awards were given out Thursday night in Cary.
The N&O’s 12 first-place awards were for stories including the aftermath of Tropical Storm Chantal in Orange County; the struggles at Triangle Town Center; the election between Senate leader Phil Berger and Sheriff Sam Page; and several columns and photos.
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The staff also earned several special recognition awards:
Here’s a list of all the awards.