Jacob Holmes, whose reporting at the Alabama Political Reporter has earned him respect across Alabama’s political circles, has been named Print Journalist of the Year by the Journalism & Communication Alumni Chapter Board of the Hall School of Journalism and Communication at Troy University.

The honor follows a nomination process earlier this year that invited alumni, faculty, peers and community members to put forward candidates for recognition. After thoughtful consideration and a vote by the JACA Board, Holmes rose to the top.

“Your hard work, dedication, and impact in your field make you such a deserving honoree, and we couldn’t be prouder to celebrate you,” said Robbyn Taylor, director of the Hall School of Journalism and Communication, in a statement announcing the award.

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