Architects, Entrepreneurs, and Daytime Stars Honored at Top Industry Awards
Prestigious Design and Business Awards Announced
The architecture and design world recently celebrated its top talents, as the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Louisiana chapter revealed the winners of its 2025 Design Awards. New Orleans-based firm NANO earned a Merit Award for its work expanding the beloved Octavia Books store. Meanwhile, three alumni from the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University were named Entrepreneurs of the Year by the schools' Donald McNeely Center for Entrepreneurship.
Daytime Emmy Awards Shine Spotlight on TV's Best
The glitz and glamor of the 52nd Daytime Emmy Awards took over the Pasadena Civic Auditorium earlier this month. Celebrities and industry icons graced the red carpet, showcasing their finest fashions. Standout looks included Crew Morrow's sleek black suit and Don Diamont's dapper tuxedo. Siena Crawford and Brad Bestelink also turned heads with their elegant ensembles.
Local Newspaper Dominates Regional Media Awards
In the world of journalism, the York Dispatch was a major winner at the 2025 Professional Keystone Media Awards. The local newspaper took home multiple honors, including being named the Sweepstakes Winner in its division. This marks the second consecutive year the Dispatch has received the top prize, which recognizes exceptional work across a variety of news and feature categories for multi-day papers with a circulation under 5,000.
TL;DR
- The American Institute of Architects Louisiana chapter announced its 2025 Design Awards, with NANO winning a Merit Award for a bookstore renovation.
- Three alumni from the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University were named Entrepreneurs of the Year by their alma maters.
- The 52nd Daytime Emmy Awards featured a glamorous red carpet, with standout fashion from attendees like Crew Morrow and Siena Crawford.
- The York Dispatch was named the Sweepstakes Winner at the 2025 Professional Keystone Media Awards, continuing its streak of regional journalism honors.