Special announcement! We are proud to share national honors as the recipient of four awards from Parenting Media Association. Their 2021 Design & Editorial Competition revealed our staff as the winners of in both writing and design categories. Congratulations to our talented contributors. Students from the prestigious Missouri School of Journalism served as the judges for all entries.

Parenting Media Association is the country's premier trade association for our industry. We have been loyal members for years and celebrate every win. The organization features members throughout the U.S., Canada and Australia, with more than six million readers of its associated publications each month.

Category: Editorial, Family Fun

Kern County Family; “Family Harmony” and “Adults Who Care” by contributing writer Callie Collins

Judges' remarks:

“Celebrating Dads” is a sweet profile of a guitar-playing father and his son who took up not only playing but building a guitar from a kit – just like dad. It certainly serves as an inspirations for other dads – and moms – to inspire interests in their off-springs. “Adults Who Care” describes the “human-to-human connection” in such a powerful way that it is sure to spur readers into action.

Category: Graphic Design, Front Cover Illustration

December 2020 edition

Kern County Family Magazine; “Merry Christmas”; Pam Huber, LJ Radon

Judges' Remarks

Ice skating bears, fox and squirrel evoke the feel of winter and Christmas, particularly with the blowing scarves and snow. A sense of depth allows eyes to wander around the page and discover small delights. The red, white and grey colors work with the lead tease and Christmas theme.

Category: Graphic Design, Table of Contents

September 2020 edition

Kern County Family Magazine; Pam Huber, designer

Judges' Remarks

Four strong pictures kick off the page, highlighting the best content. “Don’t miss the fun, features and facts” draws attention to the well-executed list of other content. This is a great example of how to accomplish a lot with a little.