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July 23, 2021
U.S. Senate introduces Local Journalism Sustainability Act to support local news
Ford Foundation donates $1 million to expand The Times-Picayune and The Advocate's statewide investigative unit
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Seyfarth attorneys to review recent developments from Washington
A warm welcome to our newest members (Times Leader in Wilkes-Barre and The State News of MSU)
Have you requested your free copy yet? The State of Local Newspaper Advertising: Benchmarking Report
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Industry people (Robyn Tomlin, Katrice Hardy, Maria Reeve, Kevin Fixler)
Saving Community News: New study released by the James B. McClatchy Foundation
Gaston Gazette honored with Community Empowerment Award
What we're reading this week:
A new bill would hold Facebook responsible for COVID-19 vaccine misinformation
Opinion: You can't fix Facebook, President Biden, so save legitimate news instead
2021 Newspaper Sales Compensation Study (today's the deadline to submit your data)
See who has registered so far for the October meeting in Colorado Springs ... and add your name to the list! We hope to see you!
Family Owners Conference: Meet with your colleagues in person, prior to annual meeting
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Calendar of Events
July 20, 2021
Member Exclusive: Industry white paper and webinar to help you implement the research
Industry people (David Hawpe, Patrick Esser, Paul Cheung)
Daily Gazette acquires The Leader-Herald
More than 1,000 U.S. journalists have their say in PR media report
Survivors of newspaper shooting, victims' relatives sue
Welcome to our newest member (ASK-CRM)
Seyfarth attorneys to review recent developments from Washington
What we're reading this week:
Amid heightened antitrust scrutiny, ad execs say big media consolidation is good, not bad
Attorney general sets new limits for when the DOJ can seize reporters' records
2021 Newspaper Sales Compensation Study (deadline to take part is Friday)
See who has registered so far for the October meeting in Colorado Springs ... and add your name to the list! We hope to see you!
Family Owners Conference: Meet with your colleagues in person, prior to annual meeting
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Calendar of Events
July 16, 2021
Register FREE for two important webinars (How to Reengage with Your Customers and Grow Revenue AND A View from Washington: Recap of the U.S. Supreme Court 2020 Term)
See who has registered so far for the October meeting in Colorado Springs ... and add your name to the list! We hope to see you!
What we're reading this week (remote work / hybrid / return to office):
The potential woes of working from home
How to build company culture in remote and hybrid work models
For women, remote work is a blessing and a curse
The remote workday is now 30 minutes longer: How to work less
Here's how Zoom is helping create the new world of hybrid work
Analysis: Return to the U.S. office? Ask the CEO
4 tips to manage childcare when you go back to the office
Survivors, family in newspaper attack relieved by verdict
2021 Newspaper Sales Compensation Study (deadline to take part is next Friday)
Family Owners Conference: Meet with your colleagues in person, prior to annual meeting
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Calendar of Events
July 13, 2021
Special Research Report: State of Local Newspaper Advertising
See who has registered so far for the October meeting in Colorado Springs ... and add your name to the list! We hope to see you!
Welcome to our newest member (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Next Tuesday: Free webinar on growing revenue
Google fined $592 million in dispute with French publishers
Louisiana's Daily Iberian donates generator to St. Peter's Church
2021 Newspaper Sales Compensation Study
Family Owners Conference: Meet with your colleagues in person, prior to annual meeting
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Calendar of Events
July 6, 2021
Take the 5-minute compensation survey and be the first to see the 2021 results
Free revenue webinar on July 20: How to Reengage with Your Customers and Grow Revenue
America's Newspapers welcomes new members (Advantage Newspaper Consultants, Tecnavia, Whiz Technologies)
What we're reading this week:
Why newspapers remain the best vehicle for public notices | Opinion
BYU students launch underground newspaper: Prodigal Press
Editorial board: Getting rid of public newspaper notices makes towns less transparent
Industry people (Patrick Keck, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Ta-Nehisi Coates)
New weekly product aims to get readers in Eastern Oregon to 'Go'
Fergus Falls paper and Wick Communications launch new social media platform for readers
Annual Meeting in October: We encourage you to register soon and reserve your hotel and airline flights as soon as possible!
Family Owners Conference: Meet with your colleagues in person, prior to annual meeting
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Calendar of Events
July 1, 2021
America's freedom needs a free press
Free revenue webinar on July 20: How to Reengage with Your Customers and Grow Revenue
What we're reading this week:
Newspaper Davids take on tech industry Goliaths with antitrust lawsuit
FTI Survey: Journalists can't wait to meet with their sources again
Federal shield law needed to protect journalists
What we learned talking to ~100 newsrooms about solutions journalism
Industry people (Jack Robb)
Nicholas Holdings acquires Huskers Illustrated from Paxton Media Group
Hyde Media Group adds three newspapers
The power of just being there; free inspirational stories available to run in your newspaper
How can you compete to hire the top sellers? (2021 Newspaper Sales Compensation Survey)
Annual Meeting in October: We encourage you to register soon and reserve your hotel and airline flights as soon as possible!
Family Owners Conference: Meet with your colleagues in person, prior to annual meeting
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Calendar of Events
June 29, 2021
Download new marketing campaign from America's Newspapers; encourage readers to support your newspaper by subscribing
Editorial: Shop local, eat local — and read local
H.R. 3940 now has 18 co-sponsors
What we're reading this week:
Judge dismisses gov't antitrust lawsuits against Facebook
How journalism students are filling gaps in local news
Opinion: 'I don't see what the solution is here': New York Times editor speaks truth about social media
The 'Capital Gazette' gunman's trial begins today. Here's what you need to know
Industry people (Heidi Gebhardt, Jane Wooldridge, Kevin Graeler)
The Post and Courier announces facility move
WEHCO investment sets up Pine Bluff as 'gig city'
How can you compete to hire the top sellers? (2021 Newspaper Sales Compensation Survey)
Annual Meeting in October: We encourage you to register soon and reserve your hotel and airline flights as soon as possible!
Family Owners Conference: Meet with your colleagues in person, prior to annual meeting
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Calendar of Events
June 25, 2021
Contact your US. representative: Ask him/her to support the Local Journalism Sustainability Act
Sen. Rubio introduces Sec 230 legislation to crack down on Big Tech algorithms, protect free speech and level the Big Tech playing field
What we're reading this week:
In support of local journalism tax credits
How creative thinkers are reinventing local news in the Midwest
Industry people (Christine Moore, Richard Jones, Jen Madden, Russell Savely)
O'Rourke Media Group acquires Las Vegas Optic from Paxton Media Group
Reuters Institute publishes 2021 Digital News Report
USA TODAY announces hosts and presenters for first ever national high school sports awards show
How can you compete to hire the top sellers? (2021 Newspaper Sales Compensation Survey)
Annual Meeting in October: We encourage you to register soon and reserve your hotel and airline flights as soon as possible!
Family Owners Conference: Meet with your colleagues in person, prior to annual meeting
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Calendar of Events
June 22, 2021
The Spokesman-Review is bringing back Spokane's evening newspaper, The Chronicle
Film about Storm Lake Times premieres Thursday as part of AFI DOCS film festival
Gannett launches its first non-fungible token
Weekly Cass County Democrat-Missourian newspaper to cease publication this month
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Industry people (Jeff Robischon, The Washington Post London hub, Marcos Bretón)
How can you compete to hire the top sellers? (2021 Newspaper Sales Compensation Survey)
Annual Meeting in October: We encourage you to register soon and reserve your hotel and airline flights as soon as possible!
Family Owners Conference: Meet with your colleagues in person, prior to annual meeting
Two free webinars:
Email Newsletter Basics
Effective Advertising for a Small Business Budget
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Calendar of Events
June 18, 2021
Reprint our editorial and cartoon: Supporting local means supporting local newspapers
Bipartisan legislation reintroduced in House; provides three tax credits to help newspapers sustain financial viability
What we're reading this week:
UNC journalism donor Walter Hussman responds: 'Our job is to report the news'
Juneteenth: A tangible representation of the struggle to achieve the American ideal
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Industry people (Matt Clary, Laura Trujillo, Jeffrey Timmermans)
Dallas Morning News parent company's stock to move to Nasdaq with new corporate name
Gain insights into emerging and changing compensation trends that can help you plan budgets and goals while remaining competitive in hiring
Annual Meeting in October: We encourage you to register soon and reserve your hotel and airline flights as soon as possible!
Family Owners Conference: Meet with your colleagues in person, prior to annual meeting
Free webinar: Effective Advertising for a Small Business Budget
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Calendar of Events
June 15, 2021
2021 Sales Compensation Study kicks off
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What we're reading this week:
U.S. lawmakers are taking a massive swipe at Big Tech. If it lands, the impact will be felt globally
Lawmakers, taking aim at Big Tech, push sweeping overhaul of antitrust
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Register today for Senior Leadership Conference before rates increase on Thursday
Family Owners Conference: Meet with your colleagues in person, prior to annual meeting
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America's Newspapers sponsors premiere of film about Storm Lake Times
Tampa Bay Times launching Community Reader Panel to engage with newsroom
Scripps launching Florida statewide news network
Free webinar: Effective Advertising for a Small Business Budget
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Calendar of Events
June 11, 2021
Columbia University announces the 105th annual Pulitzer Prizes
Registration opens for Family Owners and Next Generation Leadership Conference
Rates at Senior Leadership Conference go up after next Wednesday; register today!
Thank you to our conference sponsors
How The Seattle Times focused on subscriber retention as deliberately as on acquisition
Selma Times-Journal offers its buildings for sale
Industry people (Tom Rosenstiel)
What we're reading this week:
Editorial: Legal notices belong in local newspapers
Can state governments save local newspapers?
Opinion: We're suing the state of Florida over new social media law. Here's why
Free webinar: Effective Advertising for a Small Business Budget
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Calendar of Events
June 8, 2021
Changes to the Sunday Detroit Free Press add more content, features
Detroit isn't the only paper adding more to the Sunday edition. The Arizona Republic also announced the addition of new features.
7 things journalists should know about guns
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Rates at Senior Leadership Conference go up after next Tuesday; register today!
Thank you to our conference sponsors
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Industry people (Norman Eady, Matt Sauer, Joel Patenaude, Deborah Dreyfuss-Tuchman)
What we're reading this week:
Google to pay $270 million to settle antitrust charges in France
4 ways to improve your company's inclusion, diversity and equity strategy
Supreme Court narrows scope of federal computer crime law
Publishers and department heads: What are you planning for professional development training? Take our 2-minute survey
Free webinar: Effective Advertising for a Small Business Budget
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Calendar of Events
June 4, 2021
Publishers and department heads: What are you planning for professional development training? Take our 2-minute survey
Senior Leadership Conference: Take advantage of the lowest early-bird rate available to newspaper executives
Thank you to our conference sponsors
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What we're reading this week:
Another misguided 'transparency' bill (in Colorado)
Lieutenant governor candidate Rasoul rolls out policies to protect local news
Civil rights groups want policy reaffirming public's right to record the police
Being on social media doesn't make you a journalist
USA Today fights subpoena aimed at readers of Florida FBI shooting story
Industry people (Randy Rickman, Bill Jacobs)
EEOC issues guidance on COVID vaccines in the workplace and incentives that can be offered
Newsroom employees of The Kansas City Star form union, are recognized by McClatchy
Free webinar: Effective Advertising for a Small Business Budget
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Calendar of Events
June 1, 2021
America's Newspapers and E&P announce industry news partnership
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Publishers and department heads: What are you planning for professional development training?
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Early-bird rates for in-person conference will end in two weeks; register before rates increase
What we're reading this week:
Well-intentioned Section 230 reform could entrench the power of Big Tech
Opinion: How white journalists can support the voices of minority journalists
Industry people (John Celestino)
Gannett Foundation calls for applications in crowdfunding and grant program
Free webinar: Storytelling with Instagram
Free Webinar: Using Automation to Increase Audience Revenue and Engagement
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Calendar of Events
May 28, 2021
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Paxton Media Group acquires Landmark Community Newspapers LLC
New study: What people tell us about their news habits when they're not being asked
Small-town newspapers may be disappearing but the need for news remains
Don't miss out on early-bird rates for in-person America's Newspapers conference in October
What we're reading this week:
Congress pay heed: Aussie policy working to save news
Local newspapers can help reduce polarization with opinion pages that focus on local issues
Industry people (Scott Schurz, Steve Stewart, Marcia Pledger, Rich Paulsen, Newspapers of New England, Mather Economics, Madeline Westberg, Robert Brown and UF Consortium)
Free webinar: Storytelling with Instagram
Free Webinar: Using Automation to Increase Audience Revenue and Engagement
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Calendar of Events
May 25, 2021
Seyfarth Shaw attorneys share information on equal pay, COVID vaccines and more
Don't miss out on early-bird rates for in-person America's Newspapers conference in October
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What we're reading this week:
Attitudes split on racial justice
The Morning Call, rest of Tribune Publishing's newspapers now owned by hedge fund Alden
Florida's ban on bans will test First Amendment rights of social media companies
News outlets, First Amendment groups bring suit over access to court records
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AJC encourages readers: Support the work of our journalists
Boston Globe Media and Nielsen to conduct unique cross-platform diversity and inclusion brand study
FanDuel to become AP's exclusive sports odds provider
Free webinar: Storytelling with Instagram
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Calendar of Events
May 21, 2021
Newspaper execs: Register early and save $$$ on our in-person conference in October
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What we're reading this week:
Tribune Publishing shareholders to vote today on hedge fund Alden's $633 million offer for Chicago-based newspaper chain
Column: Mayor Lori Lightfoot is correct. Newsrooms need more diversity
Our view: No excuse for arrests of USA TODAY Network journalists covering Elizabeth City
In Our View: Local media essential part of U.S. infrastructure
UNC tries to explain Nikole Hannah-Jones tenure issue as criticism and protest mount
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Gannett invites USA Today Network readers to connect and bridge America's divide
USA TODAY's new 'Never Been Told' project seeks to spotlight the untold stories of people of color
Changes to Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald begin June 1: Publishing 3 times a week, 2 sections
Free webinar: Storytelling with Instagram
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Calendar of Events
May 18, 2021
Registration opens for newspaper attendees at LIVE, IN-PERSON conference in October
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Free webinar on Thursday: HR Changes Every Manager Should Know
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Industry people (Jim Urbanski, Doug McAvoy, Mark Elliott, Alexa Wilson, Jack Selby)
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AP celebrates 175 years of advancing the power of facts
Free Photoshop webinar: Rethink the way you work on photos
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Calendar of Events
May 14, 2021
U.S. senator tells America's Newspapers she supports including newspapers in President Biden's infrastructure plan
Next Thursday: Keeping it legal (Workforce Management Academy)
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Opinion: Support the Journalism Competition and Preservation Act
Industry people (Clint Wolf)
Welcome to our newest member (Long Island Herald)
Building a platform for Black stories by Black journalists
Silver City Daily Press case against hospital moves forward
Free Photoshop webinar: Rethink the way you work on photos
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Calendar of Events
May 11, 2021
PIVOT continues tomorrow with a look at advertising research and workforce resiliency
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Family Owners & Next Generation Leadership Conference is Thursday
Industry people (Sally Buzbee, Holly Beech)
Next Thursday: Keeping it legal (Workforce Management Academy)
Staffers at The Bergen Record, 2 other NJ news sites vote to unionize
Newsrooms answer the call to innovate
Free Photoshop webinar: Rethink the way you work on photos
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Calendar of Events
May 7, 2021
Last chance to register for PIVOT
Top 5 things you'll take away from PIVOT
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Is your paper a family-owned or independently-owned publication? If so, join us on Thursday
Industry people (Scott LeTourneau, Tom Januszewski)
CNHI acquires The Transylvania Times in North Carolina
2021 Healthy Now Webinar
4 reasons your newsroom needs a First Person View drone
Free Photoshop webinar: Rethink the way you work on photos
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Calendar of Events
May 4, 2021
Only one week left to register for PIVOT
Is your paper a family-owned or independently-owned publication? If so, join us May 13
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A new newspaper ownership model emerges in Colorado
Hammes family sells St. Maries Gazette Record to Mullen family
From humble beginnings and a small investment, The Newport Daily News turns 175
Free InDesign webinar on Thursday
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Calendar of Events
April 30, 2021
View the full agenda for PIVOT 2021
Is your paper a family-owned or independently-owned publication? If so, join us May 13
In case you missed it ... (20+ Revenue Approaches webinar - view recording)
Weekly, inspirational newspaper stories available to members of America's Newspapers at no cost
Nominate your 2021 Operations All-Stars for industry recognition
Industry people (AP's senior news leadership team)
Webinar: Build Your Graduation Pages (and more) Automatically using InDesign
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Calendar of Events
April 27, 2021
Take our survey: the future of remote working
Events in the new normal: Gannett's Lyndsi Lane to address PIVOT, two weeks from today
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Industry people (Tricia Johnston, Paige Windsor, Jamee Pierson)
Explore money-making tactics during tomorrow's free webinar
America's Newspapers welcomes new members
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Calendar of Events
April 23, 2021
U.S. Senator to address PIVOT 2021
Industry people (Gary Tyler, Lisa Callihan)
Find inspiration and money-making ideas (April 28 webinar)
Join senior-level newspaper executives for confidential discussions at Executive Voices
Wave of new newspapers sue Google and Facebook
Times Media Group acquiring Tucson Local Media
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Calendar of Events
April 20, 2021
Judge orders sheriff's office to pay media outlets' attorney fees in public records suit
Ad (Mather Economics)
Find inspiration and money-making ideas (free webinar: April 28)
Join senior-level newspaper executives for confidential discussions at Executive Voices
The State and its journalists agree to create union
Endangered but not too late: The state of digital news preservation
Endowment established in honor of longtime Hearst executive will enable need-based scholarships
Industry appointment (Jill Bond)
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Calendar of Events
April 16, 2021
Cantwell declares local news is critical infrastructure — urges congressional support
Join senior-level newspaper executives for confidential discussions at Executive Voices
'We can do this,' local newspapers tell Health and Human Services
AP to cover U.S. water issues with Walton Family Foundation grant
Subscribers are invited to get to know newspaper's managing editor at virtual event
Find inspiration and money-making ideas (free webinar: April 28)
Industry people (Mark Walker, John Montuori)
Next month: Join us for Spring Conference — From PIVOT to PROFIT
Following PIVOT, family owners are encouraged to add on Family Owners meeting for just $50
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Calendar of Events
April 13, 2021
AJC unifies all products under single brand; campaign highlights work of its journalists
Gannett's Mizell Stewart and LaToya Johnson to share strategies for growing diverse workforce
Industry people (Jill Hunt, Marlon Walker, Christy Johnson, Courtnay Kim)
Next month: Join us for Spring Conference — From PIVOT to PROFIT
Following PIVOT, family owners are encouraged to add on Family Owners meeting for just $50
Engagement isn't just clicks and likes (two-part webinar begins Thursday)
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Calendar of Events
April 9, 2021
Gannett's Mizell Stewart and LaToya Johnson to share strategies for growing diverse workforce
Protect public notices in newspapers; download these print and digital ads
The Post and Courier's parent to split into 3 separate companies
Nearly 75 years after it was built, newspaper's downtown building is for sale
Next month: Join us for Spring Conference — From PIVOT to PROFIT
Following PIVOT, family owners are encouraged to add on Family Owners meeting for just $50
Engagement isn't just clicks and likes (two-part webinar)
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Calendar of Events
April 6, 2021
Register for Day 2 of the Workforce Management Academy — FREE for members!
Industry people (Dan Slep, Ed Kruger, John Kridelbaugh, Eugene Jackson)
Next month: Join us for Spring Conference — From PIVOT to PROFIT
Following PIVOT, family owners are encouraged to add on Family Owners meeting for just $50
Industry leaders offer their post-COVID predictions
Les High launches nonprofit to support regional newsgathering
Chip, Joanna Gaines buying Waco Tribune-Herald building for new Magnolia headquarters
End of an era: Opelika-Auburn News now printed in Montgomery
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Calendar of Events
April 2, 2021
The Sacramento Bee got this story wrong for more than 100 years. This is the plan to change that
E&P's 25 Under 35: The next generation of news professionals
Supreme Court reinstates FCC media-ownership reforms, overturns lower court decision blocking repeal of ownership restrictions
2 Florida businessmen may try to buy Orlando Sentinel to head off hedge fund
Welcome to our newest member (American Hometown Media)
Every session at Spring PIVOT Conference will have interactive / participatory component; register to be part of this key event
Family Owners & Next Generation Leadership Conference set for May 13, following PIVOT
Learn from our members: Your Solutions Partners
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Calendar of Events
March 30, 2021
Will you be joining us in person in October?
How to work in the rain: Leadership in times of change
Daily Herald executive dies rescuing children
Industry People (Rob Walters, Ken Romano)
Registration opens for Family Owners & Next Generation Leadership Conference
North Carolina publishers back bill that would open state, local government personnel records
State Journal-Register redesigns print publication to better showcase its content
Daily Telegram buildings in downtown Adrian, Michigan, for sale
Provider owned by WEHCO Media to boost internet service in Arkansas communities
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Calendar of Events
March 26, 2021
Registration has begun for Spring Conference
Take our survey about in-person meetings! Will you be there?
Industry People (Bill Albrecht, Mahendra Durai, Sid Schwartz)
Welcome to our two newest members (Sedalia Democrat, Stacker)
USA TODAY launches 'Women of the Year' franchise, featuring interview with VP Kamala Harris
Registration opens for Family Owners & Next Generation Leadership Conference
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Calendar of Events
March 23, 2021
Senate Judiciary Committee in Florida approves legislation that would harm public notice in the state
Publisher letting people buy stock to fund digital switch!
Shaw Media creates digital news network for Northern Illinois
New news website coming to New Bedford, Massachusetts, to offer in-depth focus on important issues; will not accept ads
This Thursday: Free newspaper management program for America's Newspapers members
Don't miss out on these ad sales benefits!
Industry People (Richard Clark, Paul Bascobert)
Newspaper in Independence, Missouri, has new home
Two professional development webinars for your advertising, newsroom staffs (Programmatic Advertising AND Automated Podcasting with Audio Articles)
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Calendar of Events
March 19, 2021
Next Thursday: Join us for Day 1 of three-part series focused on workforce management
Industry People (Dan Chalk, Deborah Lucy)
America's Newspapers and Borrell Associates launch newspaper advertiser research project
Sunshine Week: Holding government officials accountable to the people who employ them
Legislators examine proposed sale of Courant parent Tribune Publishing to Alden Capital
Next Week: Two professional development webinars for your advertising, newsroom staffs (Programmatic Advertising AND Automated Podcasting with Audio Articles)
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Calendar of Events
March 16, 2021
America's Newspapers and Borrell Associates launch newspaper advertiser research project
Gordon Borrell is (finally) bullish on newspapers
Next Thursday: Join us for Day 1 of three-part series focused on workforce management
News about Industry People (Bill Albrecht, Michael Shearer, Matthew Wolfe)
Walter Hussman Jr. announces gigabit service coming to Hot Springs, Arkansas
Two professional development webinars next week for your advertising, newsroom staffs (Programmatic Advertising AND Automated Podcasting with Audio Articles)
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Calendar of Events
March 12, 2021
Florida paper editorializes against proposed legislation to change public notice requirements
News about Industry People (Paul Smith, Patrick O'Shea)
Sales Managers: Your participation is needed in new advertising effectiveness research study
Dallas Morning News parent company seeks name change to 'embrace social justice movement'
IFJ's annual report on killings of journalists and media staff puts death toll at 65 in 2020
Programmatic Advertising: How it can be used and how you can compete with it
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Calendar of Events
March 9, 2021
Webinar: Google Litigation — What it means for newspapers and should you sign on?
Webinar: Upcoming legislation that directly impacts newspapers and our advocacy efforts
Industry Appointment (Sean O'Brien)
Your participation is needed in new advertising effectiveness research study
Welcome to three new members (The Savannah Reporter, DataJoe, Jones and Kolb)
Gannett to sell ads on Snapchat to local businesses in digital marketing collaboration
Celebrate Sunshine Week: March 14-20
AP becomes exclusive worldwide distributor of USTA's US Open, select professional tennis images
Naviga Inc. expands its global reach through acquisition of Miles 33
BlueVenn to join Upland Software
Family and Independent Owners Conference to address common challenges, opportunities
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Calendar of Events
March 5, 2021
Next week's webinars: How the Google lawsuits and our advocacy efforts will affect your paper
Industry Appointments (John Torres, Pam James)
APG Media of Southern Minnesota to publish regional business magazine
Hunter Publishing of Madison, South Dakota, joins Wick Communications
Family and Independent Owners Conference to address common challenges, opportunities
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Calendar of Events
March 2, 2021
Thursday: Get in on the beginning of Borrell's newspaper research project with America's Newspapers
Free webinar on Wednesday examines subscription trends in 2021
Thomas Jefferson would cringe at the destruction of local media (opinion column)
Campaign launched to Protect Our Press
Industry Appointments (Mike Boyd, Ryan Boland, David Adlerstein, Anna Jo Bratton)
Family and Independent Owners Conference to address common challenges, opportunities
10 News Publishers That Do It Right
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February 26, 2021
Two DON'T MISS webinars next week: Subscription Trends AND Advertising Revenue Forecast
Family and Independent Owners Conference to address common challenges, opportunities
Industry Appointments (Clay Carsner, Eric Mayberry, Sam Worthington)
Save these dates in May and October (Spring PIVOT and Annual Meeting)
Who cares about public notices? You should. (reprint our editorial and editorial cartoon)
Improving negotiation skills to fight inequality in newsrooms
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February 23, 2021
March 9-11: PIVOT 2021 to have interactive, participatory components at every session
Solutions Partners recognized on PIVOT 2021 conference page; only a few premium opportunities remain available
Family and Independent Owners: Add the Family Owners meeting on Friday following PIVOT 2021
Leverage the trends that are emerging with subscriptions — to your newspaper's benefit
Industry Appointments (Mary Irby-Jones, Matthew Sauer)
Scammers target Adams Publishing Group newspapers
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February 19, 2021
Don't miss the opportunity to find new revenue at next week's Revenue Academy
In case you missed it: See how you can measure subscriber engagement levels and grow revenue
Lee launches Feast and Field, new food-focused digital magazine
Former publisher Jennifer Allen to purchase Hot Springs Village Voice
News and opinion from around the country
Leverage the trends that are emerging with subscriptions — to your newspaper's benefit
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February 16, 2021
Gannett and McClatchy collaborate to offer local reach for national advertisers
'Our Family's Rock' for 125 years; Wilson Times marks milestone
Coming Thursday from NPR — Embedded with The Capital Gazette
Increase your newspaper's revenue and audience through the power of branded content
Leverage the trends that are emerging with subscriptions — to your newspaper's benefit
Industry appointment (Kat Duncan)
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February 12, 2021
Revenue Academy will help you identify actionable strategies that will deliver results
Tuesday webinar: Learn what's driving subscriber engagement and how you can grow reader revenue
Find resources for your newspaper in the Solutions Newsletter launched this week
PassItOn weekly newspaper stories are available free for reprint
Leverage the trends that are emerging with subscriptions — to your newspaper's benefit
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Industry appointments (Daisy Veerasingham, Justin Myers, Bryan Stevens)
February 9, 2021
2-day Revenue Academy will help newspaper executives identify revenue ideas that can be implemented in their markets
Coming tomorrow: New newsletter featuring solutions to help your business
Free webinar: Improve subscriber engagement
Industry appointments (Kristen Go, Penny Abernathy)
Upcoming webinars:
Why is Everyone Talking About Email?
7 Subscription Trends and 7 Ways to Leverage Them in 2021
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Paxton Media Group acquires North Vernon (Ind.) Plain Dealer & Sun
February 5, 2021
Industry appointment (Leon Tucker)
America's Newspapers welcomes new members (The Laker/Lutz News, Baldwin Bulletin, Moose Lake Star Gazette, Hinckley News, Pine County Courier, Column)
How are you measuring subscriber engagement? Free webinar
North Carolina bill could remove public notices from newspapers in 14 counties
Reid Newspapers acquires Oklahoma newspapers from Gannett
Neves Media Publishing acquires four weekly papers in Florida
Reinforcing inclusion and supporting equity
APG-Ohio partners with career center to launch sports journalism program for high school students
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Upcoming webinar: Why is Everyone Talking About Email?
February 2, 2021
Free webinar to help you engage subscribers
Industry appointments (George Ferguson, Sam Hall)
Upcoming webinar: Why is Everyone Talking About Email?
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The Philadelphia Inquirer removes comments on most of Inquirer.com
Will Super Bowl advertising ever be the same?
How The Washington Post's new Instagram editor will try to boost its subscription business
Courier-Tribune building, property goes on sale in Asheboro
January 29, 2021
HD Media files first of its kind antitrust lawsuit against Google and Facebook
Industry appointments (Matthew Tranquill, Bill Masterson, Jonathan Stefonek)
Webinar offers details about new program to help you grow revenue, improve retention, make smarter decisions (Medill Subscriber Engagement Index)
America's Newspapers welcomes new members (Selma Sun, Montgomery County News)
Upcoming webinar: Why is Everyone Talking About Email?
Archived webinar: What can data analyzed through GIS do for your paper?
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New Jersey Hills Media Group to transition to non-profit status
USA TODAY launches 33rd Ad Meter competition
Newspaper Association Managers launches nationwide public notice website
January 26, 2021
America's Newspapers partners with Medill and Mather on Subscriber Engagement Index project
Last chance to register for tomorrow's webinar: You Can Grow Revenue and Audience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Boston Globe launches 'Fresh Start' initiative: People can apply to have past coverage about them revisited
Black football star's mysterious death in Deep South examined in new podcast series
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Frederick News-Post names news editor
Idaho Statesman names Chadd Cripe interim editor, begins search for new newsroom leader
January 22, 2021
New benchmarks in the COVID-19 era
Wednesday's webinar (free for members): You Can Grow Revenue and Audience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Massachusetts papers name new publisher
Todd Colling to manage Wisconsin papers in Marinette, Antigo
The Providence Journal names new executive editor
The Seattle Times appoints Free Press editor
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DOL ruling allows for reporters, photographers to be treated as salaried employees
Congresswoman invites Spokesman-Review editor to attend inauguration
Predicting 2021: Thoughts from 8 industry associations, including America's Newspapers
Upland Software acquires Second Street
MediaPost column calls on Supreme Court to allow cross-ownership of local newspapers, broadcasters
January 19, 2021
Media organizations need to watch these 5 industries that dominated advertising in 2020
Upcoming webinars for the newsroom and advertising / audience development executives:
10 Ways for Newsrooms to Get the Most Out of Their Digital Products
You Can Grow Revenue and Audience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Las Vegas Review-Journal launches new, weekday video news program
VMG publications roll out membership campaign
Viewpoints and photos: MLK Day and the eve of the presidential inauguration
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January 15, 2021
From Poynter: A note to editors and reporters in advance of potential violence this weekend
Pat Dorsey joins America's Newspapers board of directors
Upcoming webinars for the newsroom and advertising / audience development executives:
10 Ways for Newsrooms to Get the Most Out of Their Digital Products
You Can Grow Revenue and Audience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
In case you missed it: webinar key takeaways
Industry appointments (Kevin Warren, Jim Gouvellis)
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AP photographer Nick Ut receives National Medal of Arts
Brechner Freedom of Information Award now open for entries
January 12, 2021
UPDATE: Newspaper carriers will not be affected by Final Rule announced last week regarding independent contractors
Thursday: Join fellow market leaders for frank discussion about urgent industry topics
Free webinars on Wednesday and Thursday:
What Newspapers Can Expect from the Biden-Harris Administration
Covering Science
Reprint our Editorial and Editorial Cartoon (Google)
Industry appointments (Alan Davis, John Bridges, Manny Garcia, Justin Little, Donnie Fetter, Joe Tranquill)
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Seyfarth Shaw publishes state COVID-19 vaccination plan map
Fenice Community Media announces sale of three newspapers to Granite Publications
Measuring progress on inclusivity
January 8, 2021
Department of Labor issues Final Rule on independent contractor status
Newspapers speak out against scenes of violence in the nation's Capitol
Industry appointments (Colleen McCain Nelson, Ray Rivera)
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Tampa Bay Times will move printing to Gannett plant in Lakeland
The Courier Journal will be printed remotely with the closing of its downtown presses
Jan. 31 is deadline for Collier Prize entries
January 5, 2021
Invoices for dues are being emailed soon
PPP guidance offered for previously ineligible newspapers, plus second-time borrowers
America's Newspapers seeks nominations to board
Join us next week for confidential discussions about urgent industry topics: Executive Voices, Jan. 14
Webinars: 2020 U.S. Elections AND Covering Science
Industry appointment (Chris Reen)
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The Post and Courier announces press purchase
131-year-old Centralia Chronicle sold to local owners
NEXTpittsburgh has been acquired
Bertie Ledger-Advance launches first website
Government Executive Media Group acquires City & State New York
