June 25, 2025

Colorado County Citizen Shines at Texas Newspaper Contest

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The Colorado County Citizen achieved significant accolades at the 2024 Texas Better Newspaper Contest, winning first place in Best Magazine and Best Design categories, among other awards. The recognition demonstrates the team’s dedication to quality journalism in the community, as judged by volunteers from the Kansas Press Association. Granite Media Partners, which owns the publication, emphasizes its commitment to community-focused reporting through its numerous platforms.

Colorado – The Colorado County Citizen, a publication owned by Granite Media Partners Inc., achieved remarkable recognition at the 2024 Texas Better Newspaper Contest, taking home multiple awards during the annual event hosted by the Texas Press Association from June 19-21.

In a competitive field with 108 member newspapers submitting a total of 1,021 entries, The Colorado County Citizen distinguished itself by winning first place in two categories: Best Magazine and Best Design. The publication also garnered second place for Sports Coverage, third place for General Excellence, and fourth place for Feature Writing.

The recognition reflects the hard work and dedication of the team at The Colorado County Citizen, emphasizing the quality of editorial and advertising content produced for the community. The awards were judged by volunteers from the Kansas Press Association, showcasing the emphasis on high standards in journalism upheld by the Texas Press Association.

Granite Media Partners, based in Taylor, Texas, has been operating for nearly 50 years and comprises 10 newspapers, three client newspapers, as well as various magazines and digital platforms. The organization’s motto, “We’re not the mainstream media. We’re the Main Street media,” underscores its commitment to community-focused journalism rather than catering to broader, less localized news interests.

The Texas Press Association plays a critical role in promoting the welfare of Texas newspapers, encouraging higher standards, and advocating for the public’s right to know. This year’s contest highlighted the dedication of newspapers across the state in providing valuable news content to their audiences.

For residents interested in staying informed through The Colorado County Citizen, subscriptions can be obtained by contacting the publication directly at phone number 979-732-2304 or by visiting their website at coloradocountycitizen.com.

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