NIXA, Mo – The City of Nixa is hosting a photo contest with a cash prize of up to $500. 22 winners will be selected from various categories.

The contest calls for both professionals and amateurs to submit their photos in any of the following categories:

• Life in Nixa
• Families & Smiling Faces
• Diversity & Inclusion
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Favorite Places in Nixa
• Enjoying the Ozarks Outdoors

Each category will have a 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd place winner. One contestant may be eligible to win various topical prizes.

• 1st place prizes: $100
• 2nd place prizes: $50
• 3rd place prizes: $20

There is also a “Best Overall Photo” prize for the different photographer age groups. Each age group will have one winner. These four winners will receive $500 regardless of the photo topic.

• Children 15 and under
• Young Adults 16-20
• Adults 21-40
• Adults 41 and over

The contest ends on 8 a.m., Nov. 14. To submit your photos and for more information, click here.