"I couldn't be more proud of my team for the time and work they put into their community and craft," said Managing Editor Nancy Niles. "They truly care about the people we serve, and recognition is the icing on the cake."

“It was a great honor to be recognized for my work, and it was especially meaningful to be the sole recipient selected from the Southern Valley,” Hermes said.

Wenatchee World News Editor Peter O'Cain stands for a portrait at his workstation Wednesday at The Wenatchee World. Ocain has been named one of the top military veterans in journalism by Military Veterans In Journalism.