AFFILIATE PUBLICATION (Circulation Over 1,000)

FIRST PLACE (TIE): “Intrepid”

A four-color quarterly magazine, Intrepid offers not only news but also carries first-person accounts of fire fighters making a difference in numerous ways in the Ontario community. District reports help keep readers informed at the most local level.

Produced by: James Coones, Editor
Submitted by: Ontario Professional Fire Fighters Association

FIRST PLACE (TIE): “Professional Fire Fighters of Arizona Magazine”

Published three times a year, this magazine is more than "all things Arizona," with its tribute to the nine fallen South Carolina fire fighters.

Produced by: Professional Fire Fighters of Arizona
Submitted by: Professional Fire Fighters of Arizona

SECOND PLACE (TIE): “California Professional Firefighters”

In this quarterly, full-color tabloid, members stay apprised of the most critical topics affecting their well-being. A special legislative edition celebrates the successful conclusion of two decades of work: fire fighters gained the same on-the-job employee protections that police officers and arson investigators already had.

Produced by: California Professional Firefighters
Submitted by: California Professional Firefighters

SECOND PLACE (TIE): “The Los Angeles Firefighter”

Appearing bi-monthly, this color tabloid features attorneys and other experts who explain benefits and concerns affecting local members and their families. A new three-year contract is front and center for the May/June issue, while retirement security takes center stage in the final issue of 2007.

Produced by: Jim Perry and Los Angeles City, CA Local 112
Submitted by: Los Angeles City, CA Local 112

HONORABLE MENTIONS:

“The Hawaii Fire Fighter”

Candid commentary distinguishes this quarterly newsletter. In the June issue, Local 1463 President Robert H. Lee notes, "Sadly, for us, management actually showed and used solidarity much better than we've been able to do over recent years."

Produced by: Hawaiian Islands, HI Local 1463
Submitted by: Hawaiian Islands, HI Local 1463

“Backdraft Magazine”

Three times a year, members of Locals 1645 and 1696 get a package of news and features in a full-color magazine that encourages them to get involved and stay involved -- inside and outside of their professional community.

Produced by: Salt Lake City, UT Local 1645
Submitted by: Salt Lake City, UT Local 1645

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