Icheon City's 'Icheon News' Wins Design Award at Korea Communication Awards

Icheon City in Gyeonggi Province announced on December 4 that its municipal newsletter, 'Icheon News,' received the Design of the Year Award in the design category at the '2025 Korea Communication Awards' ceremony, which was held at the Korea Press Center International Conference Hall on December 3.

Kim Kyunghee, Mayor of Icheon (third from left), is celebrating the 'Korea Communication Award' received by the municipal newsletter 'Icheon News' with the staff. Provided by Icheon City

'Icheon News' is a municipal newsletter that was revamped from a newspaper format to a booklet format to improve readability. It was recognized for its active use of infographics, illustrations, and photographs to vividly deliver city policies and practical information, which led to this award.

The city explained that it also received high marks for its monthly concept-based design and editing, a regular section introducing local artists called 'Creative People,' and video content for small business owners accessible via QR codes.

The city distributes 'Icheon News' free of charge to all citizens and former residents who wish to subscribe. The newsletter is available at more than 150 locations, including Icheon City Hall, township and neighborhood administrative welfare centers, bus stops, and major apartment complexes.

Starting next year, the city plans to publish a mobile version of Icheon News to ensure that all generations can easily access municipal updates.

Kim Kyunghee, Mayor of Icheon, stated, "Icheon News has secured a broad readership by delivering major city news and useful information. Going forward, we will continue to operate various communication channels so that citizens and former residents can better understand and connect with Icheon."

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