Awards

Oklahoma Living magazine proudly showcases the national accolades our publication has received over the past five years. Our commitment to excellence in journalism, design and engagement has been recognized by prestigious organizations in the cooperative network. From top honors in editorial content and photography to awards for outstanding feature writing and innovative digital presence, Oklahoma Living has consistently stood out among statewide magazines. These achievements reflect our dedication to delivering high-quality, impactful stories that resonate with our readers and celebrate the connection with Oklahoma’s rural electric cooperative members. 

Cooperative Communicators Association Institute

Second Place, Featurette, “Celebrating Co-op Month” by Hayley Leatherwood

First Place, Corporate Public Relations, “Catching the Spirit” by Hayley Leatherwood

First Place, Editorial, “You’re a member, not a customer — here’s why that matters” by Hayley Leatherwood

Third Place, Photo Feature, “A veteran’s best friend” by Ryan West

Second Place, Photo Illustration, “Catching the spirit” by Hayley Leatherwood

Second Place, Photo Illustration, “Anatomy of a Bucket Truck” by Lance Shaw

First Place, Photo Editing, “Catching the spirit” by Hayley Leatherwood

First Place, Documentary Video, “2024 Energy Trails Video”

Second Place, Website, Oklahoma Living magazine, Lance Shaw and Pioneer Utility Resources

Cooperative Communicators Association Institute

First Place and Best of Show, Photography Portrait: “A Gentle Nudge” by Nicol Ragland

First Place and Best of Show, Documentary Video Under 5 Minutes: “Energy Trails – 5 Year Celebration” by Hayley Leatherwood

Second Place, Informative or Investigative Featurette (less than 750 words): “Leading the Charge” by Hayley Leatherwood

Second Place, Portrait: “Bringing Bones Back to Life” by Ryan West

Second Place, Website: Oklahoma Living website by Lance Shaw

National Rural Electrical Cooperative Association Spotlight on Excellence Awards

Best External News Publication – Silver Award: Oklahoma Living magazine

Statewide Editors Association

Best Cover – “Bringing Bones Back to Life” by Ryan West

Award of Merit – Best Magazine Design, Lance Shaw

Award of Merit – Best News Feature, “Leading the Charge,” by Hayley Leatherwood

Cooperative Communicators Association Institute

First Place, Entertaining Featurette (less than 650 words): “Community Support Burns Bright” by Brooklyn Learned

First Place, Personality Profile Featurette (less than 650 words): “R.O.A.D. to Recovery” by Hayley Leatherwood

First Place, Improved Publication: Oklahoma Living magazine

Second Place, Cover of the Year: “Out of Darkness”

Third Place, Column or Series: “From the Editor” by Hayley Leatherwood

Honorable Mention, Editorial: “Redesign Aims to Shine Brightly” by Hayley Leatherwood

Statewide Editors Association Institute

Top Willies Award, Best Portrait Photo: “A Gentle Nudge” by Nicol Ragland

Top Willies Award, Best Digital Communication: Oklahoma Living website by Lance Shaw

Award of Merit, Entertaining Featurette (less than 650 words): “Community Support Burns Bright” by Brooklyn Learned

Cooperative Communicators Association Institute

First Place, Photo Illustration: “Powering the Prairie” by Hayley Leatherwood

First Place, Illustration/Graphic Art: “Powering the Prairie” by Hayley Leatherwood

Third Place, Photographic Portrait: “Farming for Florals” by Ryan West

Third Place, Cover of the Year: “Farming for Florals” by Ryan West

Statewide Editors Association Institute

Top Willies Award, Best Cover:  “Out of Darkness”

Top Willies Award, Best Digital Communication: Oklahoma Living website, redesigned by Lance Shaw, Hayley Leatherwood and Pioneer Utility Resources

Award of Merit, Treatment of a Technical Subject: “Out of Darkness” by Anna Politano

Award of Merit, Entertaining Feature (less than 650 words): “Cowboy Stuttering Camp” by Courtney Leeper Girgis

Award of Merit, Best Cover: “Farming for Florals”

Cooperative Communicators Association Institute

First Place, Graphic Illustration: “Co-ops Power You” by Hayley Leatherwood

First Place, Entertaining Featurette: “Reading Reboot” by Hayley Leatherwood

Second Place, Profile Feature: “For the Love of the Land” by Adam Calaway

Second Place, Member Publication (Budget over $100,001): Oklahoma Living Magazine

Honorable Mention, Scenic/Pictorial Photography: “Capitol Makeover” by Ryan West

National Rural Electrical Cooperative Association Spotlight on Excellence Awards

Best External News Publication – Silver Award: Oklahoma Living magazine

Cooperative Communicators Association Institute

First Place, Entertaining Feature: “Soldiers of the Vietnam Sky” by Hayley Leatherwood

Cover of the Year: “Light Up the World” by Daniel Afcha

Second Place, Technical Writing: “For the Birds” by Mary Logan Wolf

Second Place, Best Portrait: “Soldiers of the Vietnam Sky” by Hayley Leatherwood

Second Place, Miscellaneous Print: Co-op 101 Booklet by Nikki Bode

Third Place, Entertaining Feature: “The World of EVs” by Mary Logan Wolf

Third Place, Photo Illustration: “The Will to Fight” by James Pratt

Third Place, Photo Essay: “Light up the World” by Anna Politano

Third Place, Best Website: Oklahoma Living magazine

Honorable Mention, Entertaining Feature: “Light Up the World” by Anna Politano

Writer of the Year: Mary Logan Wolf