By Kevin Slimp For the WVPA Over the past 15 years or so, I’ve worked with newspapers of all sizes. My clients have included some of the biggest newspapers, as well as a few of the smallest papers in North America. I would like to dedicate this column to my[Read More…]
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Advertising Advice: John Foust looks at evaluating your advertising department
A simple formula for (sales) meetings By John Foust Raleigh, NC Sherry works in the production department of a large paper. She told me about the special formula they frequently use in meetings that are intended to evaluate procedures. The meetings are based on three simple questions: (1) What should[Read More…]
Common Sense Journalism: Columnist Fisher says goodbye to two old friends
By Doug Fisher For the WVPA I’d like to take a moment to mark the passing of two old journalism friends. These aren’t people, but publications of note from two noteworthy figures in journalism and journalism education: Writer-L from two-time Pulitzer winner Jon Franklin and Update from journalism professor Melvin[Read More…]
The Associated Press shares the 10 things you need to know today, Friday, Sept. 6, 2013
Dorothy Abernathy, The Associated Press bureau chief for West Virginia and Virginia, shares the 10 things you need to know today, Friday, Sept. 6. 2013. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items, upcoming events and stories in West Virginia newspapers: (Added Bonus: This is The AP link to[Read More…]
WVPA Sharing: The Charleston Gazette provides an excellent sponsorship example
One of the most noted seminars at the West Virginia Press Association’s Convention 2013 was the panel discussion between representatives of West Virginia advertising agencies and WVPA member newspapers. During the seminar, advertising agency representatives mentioned that their clients — our newspaper advertisers — are often upset when the names[Read More…]
WVPA Release: Free gambling addiction workshop set for gamblers and families
CHARLESTON — The Problem Gamblers Help Network of West Virginia is hosting a free weekend workshop for problem gamblers and their loved ones. The group, which operates the 1-800-GAMBLER helpline, has hosted this event for eight years. It will take place on Sept. 20-22 at the John XXIII Pastoral Center in[Read More…]
Stadelmans purchase Putnam Standard, Cabell Standard
The Putnam Standard and Cabell Standard have new owners. Stadelman Publishing acquired both weekly publications effective last week. The company, owned by Kelly Stadelman and Chris Stadelman, purchased them from PC Newspapers Inc., owned by Bill Unger. Existing staff members Trudy Black, Michelle Jividen, David Miller, Thelma Hutchinson and Justin[Read More…]
Daily Athenaeum hiring Arts & Entertainment editor
The Daily Athenaeum in Morgantown is hiring an Associate A&E editor. “Are you involved in the Arts & Entertainment scene in Morgantown? Do you have a strong background in writing and InDesign? We are looking to hire an Associate A&E editor ASAP!” Interested applicants should email [email protected] or [email protected] or[Read More…]
Kids Health No. 4: Challenges ahead in battle against child poverty
Can broad-based movement maintain support while narrowing focus? Editor’s Note: The following article is part of the West Virginia Press Association’s series on the “Our Children, Our Future” Coalition. Journalist George Hohmann is following the coalition’s efforts, providing reports from its organizational meetings through its attempts to have impactful legislation passed[Read More…]
The Associated Press shares the 10 things you need to know today, Aug. 30
Dorothy Abernathy, The Associated Press bureau chief for West Virginia and Virginia, shares the 10 things you need to know today, Friday, Aug. 30, 2013. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items, upcoming events and stories in West Virginia newspapers: 1. OBAMA PREPARED TO ACT UNILATERALLY AGAINST SYRIA[Read More…]
