FHWA recognizes six states for roadside programs.

The editors of Greener Roadsides, a quarterly FHWA newsletter for managers of roadside vegetation, recognized six States in the 9th annual Photo Opportunity competition. The competition honors States that submit outstanding photos demonstrating their accomplishments in improving and protecting

Arizona, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Oregon, and West Virginia submitted first-place photos in 2003. Each first-place winner received a crystal award from the FHWA division office in its State. Greener Roadsides publishes the winning photos, and FHWA may feature the winners in brochures, videos, presentations, and future Earth Day calendars.

Seventeen States submitted 133 photos in seven categories. Missouri, a consistent winner each year, won awards in two categories. The jury that selected the winning photos consisted of staff from FHWA headquarters representing various disciplines, including graphic design, landscape architecture, law, and public affairs. The judges described the winning entries as "wonderful" and offered "accolades in general" to all the participating States.

To view the winning entries or learn more about the photo competition, contact Bonnie Harper-Lore, editor of Greener Roadsides, at 651-291-6104 or bonnie.harper-lore@fhwa.dot.gov.