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It comes from Ren LaForme, Poynter’s digital tools reporter.
Media Law School Fellowships available to journalists
Working journalists are invited to apply for fellowships to attend Media Law School 2019, to be held Sept. 18-21 in Columbia, SC at the University of South Carolina.
The Media Law School is an intensive seminar that teaches journalists …
ASU honors NBC’s Lester Holt with Cronkite Award
Holt will receive the 36th-annual Cronkite Award from the Walter …
A little more, a little less for sales meetings
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by John Foust
Newspaper Advertising Trainer – Raleigh, NC
Kristen told me how she handles one of the biggest challenges of managing her newspaper’s sales department. “Sales meetings – like a lot of other things – fall into predictable …
Payson Roundup supports Payson Book Fest in its fifth year
By Marie A. Fasano
Arizona Professional Writers, President
The fifth annual Payson Book Festival, Inc. July 20 will showcase 90 Arizona authors with fiction and non-fiction books of many genres at the Mazatzal Hotel and Casino, Hwy 87 mile …
Social media’s bottom line
by Kevin Slimp, The News Guru
kevin@kevinslimp.com
stateofnewspapers.com
How are newspapers actually benefiting from social media
When my publisher friend Joel Washburn asked me to visit his newspaper in McKenzie, Tennessee in June for a couple of days to work …
NTPC seeks Board of Directors member
The Navajo Times Publishing Company, Inc. is currently accepting resumes for one position on its five-member Board of Directors. The Navajo Times is an award winning weekly newspaper and NTPC, Inc. is a Navajo owned corporation.
We are looking for …
Google uses news to generate revenue while leaving publishers out in the cold
Editorial: News Media Alliance
The American public consumes more news than ever, with more than 200 million unique visitors consuming digital news each month. However, the economics of that consumption will not sustain the investments needed for quality journalism. The …
Things designers don’t want to hear
by Ed Henninger
Independent Newspaper Consultant
As of JUNE 1, I will have spent 30 years as a newspaper consultant. That’s a long time. I’ll be retiring at the end of this year … perhaps sooner.
Over for the next …
New study finds Google receives an estimated $4.7 billion in revenue from news publishers’ content
by NMA Staff June 10, 2019
Platform giant profits from news content to publishers’ detriment
Arlington, VA – The News Media Alliance today published findings from a new study that analyzes how Google uses and benefits from news. Among the …
NMA applauds Senators Kennedy and Klobuchar for introducing Journalism Competition & Preservation Act
by NMA Staff June 3, 2019
Bill will provide safe harbor for news publishers to collectively negotiate with tech platforms
News Media Alliance (NMA) President & CEO David Chavern said, “We are thrilled that two bipartisan leaders of the …
Rural teens seek (but rarely find) themselves in local news coverage
There is a heightened interest in what goes on in the heads and hearts of modern teenagers — dubbed “Generation Z” (Gen Z) — particularly by legacy media. But teenagers from rural communities, especially in the Midwest, are not often …
As legislatures adjourn for the year, newspaper notice as strong as ever
We’ve heard dire warnings for many years that public notice would soon be moving from newspapers to the internet. Yet here we are, twenty years after the pessimists first began predicting doom, and newspapers are still the primary vehicle for …
Association Boards approve plan to consolidate SNPA and Inland
CHICAGO, IL June 5, 2019 — In concurrent board meetings held earlier today, directors of the Southern Newspaper Publishers Association (SNPA) and the Inland Press Association unanimously approved a plan to consolidate the two associations, effective October 1.
Details of …
Be a better listener and get better reception
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by John Foust
Newspaper Advertising Trainer – Raleigh, NC
When I was growing up, my father had an old shortwave radio. Although he didn’t use it often, I enjoyed playing around with it. There were buttons to listen to …
Award-Winning announcer joins Cronkite J-school to teach sports journalism
Gary Thorne, a lead play-by-play announcer for the Baltimore Orioles on the Mid-Atlantic Sports Network, will be joining Arizona State University as a visiting professor at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.
The Emmy award-winning announcer will …
Final locally printed edition of Daily Star will roll off press Sunday
Posted May 16, 2019, 1:14 pm
by Dylan Smith TucsonSentinel.com
The hulking machinery at the Tucson Newspapers plant will rumble Sunday as ink is rolled on paper for the last copies of a local daily newspaper to be printed here.…
Hold your horses!
by Kevin Slimp, The News Guru
kevin@kevinslimp.com
stateofnewspapers.com
Perhaps it’s time to take a breath before getting carried away
If you’ve heard me speak at a conference over the past two or three months, you’ve heard me discuss the differences …
Cronkite’s News21 wins RFK Award for ‘Hate in America’ project
Students in the Carnegie-Knight News21 investigative reporting project at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication are winners of the 2019 Robert F. Kennedy Journalism Award.
“Hate in America,” a package of multimedia stories focused on acts of …
Is your “designer” a designer?
by Ed Henninger
Independent Newspaper Consultant
COME JUNE 1, I will have spent 30 years as a newspaper consultant. That’s a long time. I’ll be retiring at the end of this year … perhaps sooner.
It’s time for me to …
Cuillier named National Freedom of Information Coalition president
University of Arizona School of Journalism associate professor David Cuillier was elected president of the National Freedom of Information Coalition, an organization dedicated to fostering citizens’ access to government records throughout the states.
Cuillier, who researches and teaches access to …
Recruitment advertising, Op Ed
By Paul J. Boyle
News Media Alliance,
Senior Vice President of Public Policy
Under New Employment Advertising Rule, Americans Need Not Apply
Proposed changes to an advertising requirement for employers in the U.S. could mean that soon, many eligible American …
World Press Freedom Day – May 3, 2019
Every year, 3 May is a date which celebrates the fundamental principles of press freedom, to evaluate press freedom around the world, to defend the media from attacks on their independence and to pay tribute to journalists who have lost …
SPJ Ethics Week, April 29 – May 3, 2019
Help us #PressForEthics
SPJ’s Code of Ethics states that ethical journalism is truthful,
compassionate, independent and transparent. We need ethical journalism — and journalists who work each day with the profession’s highest
standards in mind — now more than ever.…
Do you have a sales prevention department?
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by John Foust
Newspaper Advertising Trainer – Raleigh, NC
Every business has procedures in need of tweaking. Do any of those procedures at your newspaper involve the advertising department? It might be a good idea to take a look. …
2019 Publishers survey offers insights into future of industry
by Kevin Slimp, The News Guru
kevin@kevinslimp.com
stateofnewspapers.com
Annual survey offers insights into future of industry
It was a lot like other experiences I’ve had at conventions over the past couple of years. In March, as I gathered my backpack …
Shorter is better
by Ed Henninger
Independent Newspaper Consultant
So…how does design affect readability? And how does writing affect design?
Take a look at the two stories in the illustration with this column. Which do you think will be read by more readers?…
Christiane Amanpour to receive 2019 Zenger Award
by Michael Gordon Chesnick
University of Arizona School of Journalism,
Outreach Coordinator
CNN journalist Christiane Amanpour, whose reporting on violence and human rights abuses in Iraq, Bosnia and Syria has earned her worldwide respect, has been named the 2019 …
Innovative storytelling to drive Republic partnership with Flinn Foundation
By Greg Burton
Arizona Republic
With Flinn’s generous support, The Republic is hiring a multimedia reporter and a digital developer to chronicle Arizona’s bioscience sector, tell the state’s story of innovation in creative ways and deliver those stories to the …
Four words for ad professionals: “Oh yeah? Prove it.”
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by John Foust
Newspaper Advertising Trainer – Raleigh, NC
I once encountered a car dealer who took advertising puffery to new levels. They publicized themselves as being number one in every conceivable category. Their general advertising theme was, “We’re …
Four state open government champions to be inducted into the National Freedom of Information Coalition’s Open Government Hall of Fame
For Immediate Release – March 27, 2019
Contact: Daniel Bevarly, Executive Director
National Freedom of Information Coalition
dbevarly@nfoic.org
352-294-7082
Four “Heroes of the 50 States” — representing California, Georgia, South Dakota and Texas — will be inducted …
Maryland General Assembly votes to name June 28 ‘Freedom of the Press Day’ in honor of victims of Capital Gazette shooting
By Luke Broadwater
The Baltimore Sun
The General Assembly voted unanimously to name June 28 “Freedom of the Press Day” in Maryland to honor the five victims who died in the Capital Gazette shootingin Annapolis on that date last …
Arizona Daily Star to shut down Tucson press, move printing operations to Phoenix
Star’s printing, packaging operations to be moved to Phoenix
Arizona Daily Star – Mar 21, 2019
The Arizona Daily Star will be printed in Phoenix starting in May.
The change will eliminate about 60 jobs in the Star’s Tucson printing …
Consider yourself told
by Kevin Slimp, The News Guru
kevin@kevinslimp.com
stateofnewspapers.com
How are newspapers doing? It depends on who you ask.
It was a lot like other experiences I’ve had at conventions over the past couple of years. In March, as I …
First Amendment Forever Fund now accepting grant applications
3/13/19
INDIANAPOLIS – Journalists have a new way to fight for public records, defend against subpoenas and advocate for journalism. The Society of Professional Journalists announces today, during Sunshine Week, that the First Amendment Forever Fund (FAFF) – a …
Visual impact equals high readership
by Ed Henninger
Independent Newspaper Consultant
Do you want grab the attention of your readers with your very first page?
Of course you do! With every issue, you want your front page to have high readership. You want it to …
PBS NewsHour announces launch of PBS NewsHour West at ASU’s Cronkite School
PBS NewsHour, the national nightly newscast known for its in-depth exploration of the day’s most critical issues, is opening a western news bureau at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication under a new partnership with Arizona State …
Full load or half-load
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by John Foust
Newspaper Advertising Trainer – Raleigh, NC
Greg used to help his uncle sell and deliver firewood on weekends. No doubt, that influenced one of his first phone calls when he started selling advertising for his local …
Navajo-Hopi Observer editor wins Associated Press, NAU journalism award
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — Katherine Locke has had a busy six years.
On Feb. 13, Locke, associate editor for the Navajo-Hopi Observer, was recognized for her work in the field of journalism and for her dedication and passion …
Lester Holt to become the first ambassador for MediaWise, Poynter’s digital literacy initiative for teens
February 13, 2019, Mel Grau
Category: News Release
The NBC News anchor will join Poynter’s MediaWise project to help educate the next generation of news consumers.
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (Feb. 13, 2019) – The Poynter Institute, a global nonprofit dedicated …
Increasing efficiency
by Kevin Slimp, The News Guru
kevin@kevinslimp.com
stateofnewspapers.com
Let’s take a look at my new workspace
There’s a question I get asked a lot by friends, colleagues and audience members at conferences. There are variations, but they all go …
Only one deadline? Why?
by Ed Henninger
Independent Newspaper Consultant
You’ve done it again. Success! Every page in this week’s (or day’s) paper is in by deadline. It took some doing, but like almost every issue before it, you’ve created another miracle: cramming thousands …
Multi-tasking = multi-risking
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by John Foust
Newspaper Advertising Trainer – Raleigh, NC
Joseph was talking to me about something he feels is important to the ad staff he manages. “These days, there’s a lot of talk about multi-tasking,” he said. “But …
News Media Alliance commends antitrust chairman David Cicilline for commitment to journalism
Cicilline Commits to Reintroduction of Safe Harbor Bill that Would Allow News Publishers to Collectively Negotiate with Tech Platforms
January 29, 2019
Arlington, VA – Today, House Antitrust Chairman David Cicilline (D-RI) once again underscored the need to preserve critical access to …
Joey’s secrets
by Kevin Slimp, The News Guru
kevin@kevinslimp.com
stateofnewspapers.com
Young Kansas publisher quickly learns secrets of success
When Tommy Thomason invited me to spend a couple of days at the Texas Center for Community Journalism a few months ago, I was …
Putting captions in their place
by Ed Henninger
Independent Newspaper Consultant
Good news design is the practice of understanding how readers read — then using that understanding to make your newspaper easier, faster and more comfortable for readers to follow.
Part of that calls for …
Independent Newsmedia launches 13th publication
Independent Newsmedia, Inc., USA, (INI) will launch its newest monthly publication — the Litchfield Independent — delivered in mailboxes to residents and businesses in the City of Litchfield Park, with its first distribution February 2.
INI also publishes the Daily …
Brady named publisher of the Arizona Daily Sun
Courtesy: DAILY SUN STAFF
Lee Enterprises, Incorporated, a trusted local news provider and leading platform for advertising in 49 markets, has named Colleen Brady publisher of the Arizona Daily Sun in Flagstaff. Brady succeeds …
Four wins are better than two
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by John Foust
Newspaper Advertising Trainer – Raleigh, NC
Jodi is a sales manager with an interesting philosophy. “We’re all familiar with win-win,” she said. “It’s a common cliché these days. In business relationships – especially any kind …
ANA names new executive director
Thomas boasts nearly four decades in the industry
Timothy H. Thomas of Mesa, has joined the Arizona Newspapers Association as its new executive director. He starts Wednesday, …
NMA strongly opposes DOL proposal to remove print newspaper requirement for employment notices
Government Should Put U.S. Workers First and Not Restrict the Reach of Job Opportunities in Local Communities
Arlington, VA – The News Media Alliance (NMA) today filed comments opposing the Department of Labor’s (DOL’s) and the Department of Homeland Security’s …
Turning your design around
by Ed Henninger
Independent Newspaper Consultant
Sometimes a design just goes stale. Over the course of even just a few years, inconsistencies creep in, color use gets out of hand, odd typefaces appear. Stuff happens.
But you can turn that …
Our digital future
by Kevin Slimp, The News Guru
kevin@kevinslimp.com
stateofnewspapers.com
As far as you know, I’ve got it all figured out
Some of you will remember Facebook. If you’re over 40, you probably visit Facebook on a regular basis. If you’re like …
Help save the print newspaper requirement for temporary job listings
The Department of Labor (DOL) issued a notice proposing regulatory revisions to its labor certification program. They want to change the way employers inform United States workers about agriculture and non-agricultural temporary jobs – a requirement they must meet before …
The importance of time management
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by John Foust
Newspaper Advertising Trainer – Raleigh, NC
David Ogilvy, one of the legends of the advertising agency business, was known for his extraordinary efficiency. I once read that he would often call a client and set an …
NMA releases statement on Facebook’s exemption of news organizations from political ad policy
News Media Alliance statement:
We are very pleased to learn of Facebook’s announcement that news organizations will be exempt from policies related to advertising of political figures, political parties, elections, and past referenda that are the subject of national debate …
What’s your design plan?
by Ed Henninger
Independent Newspaper Consultant
Those who have read this column over the years have probably seen this quote before:
“If you fail to plan…you plan to fail.”
I believe that so deeply that it has become embedded in …
Grandfather inspires Bolles Fellow Williams
Senior Jordan Williams wants to be a political reporter one day.
Her dream job? How about covering Congress or the White House for the Washington Post, where her grandfather spent 30 years working in the circulation department.
“I think journalism …
What advertisers care about
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by John Foust
Newspaper Advertising Trainer – Raleigh, NC
Back in my ad agency days, I learned a big lesson about what to do – and what not to do – in a sales presentation.
I was sitting in …
Checking the Pulse of Journalism
by Kevin Slimp, The News Guru
kevin@kevinslimp.com
stateofnewspapers.com
What are newspaper folks saying about the state of things?
Over the past two weeks, I’ve traveled from coast to coast speaking at newspaper conferences and meeting with Canadian and American journalists …
Caring for our readers
by Ed Henninger
Independent Newspaper Consultant
Editor Jerry Bellune and I go w-a-y back. We’ve known each other since the mid-90s, when we worked together to breathe new life into a group of newspapers in New Jersey.
Jerry regularly writes …
A message from the ANA 2018 – 19 President
Kyle Larson, General Manager of Larson Newspapers (Sedona Red Rock News, Camp Verde Journal, Cottonwood Journal Extra) has agreed to step up into the role of president of Arizona Newspapers Association for the 2018-19 fiscal year. He will …
ANA announces contest winners and newspaper of the year at 79th annual fall convention
The Arizona Republic (daily newspaper) and Navajo Times (non-daily newspaper) took home the coveted award for Arizona Newspaper of the Year during the Arizona Newspapers Association’s 2018 Better Newspapers Contest. Newspaper of the Year Awards are calculated from honors won …
Too many opinions spoil a presentation
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by John Foust
Newspaper Advertising Trainer – Raleigh, NC
Back when I was in the ad agency business, I made a logo presentation that turned into a fiasco. It was an uncomfortable reminder of the importance of a presentation …
Local Media Association and Local Media Consortium announce strategic partnership
Local Media Association and Local Media Consortium Announce Strategic Partnership
Two of the most powerful voices in the local media industry join forces to better support local journalism
The Local Media Association and the Local Media Consortium, two of the …