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Amid bad news, a permanent solution to a temporary problem

Jul. 9, 2020

Since fall 2018, 300 more U.S. newspapers have disappeared, bringing the number over the last 15 years to 2,100. That’s almost 25% of the 9,000 newspapers that were published in 2005, writes Al Cross director of the University of Kentucky’s Institute for Rural Journalism and Community Issues.

The coronavirus pandemic and its economic impact has made it clear that the choices we make — as citizens, policymakers and industry leaders — will determine the future of the local news landscape.

Raise the bar on police transparency

Jul. 4, 2020

It is time to break down some of the barriers that prevent the public from getting a full and true picture of how police perform, Bill Lueders writes.

National Newspaper Association seeking judges for annual contest

Jun. 25, 2020

The National Newspaper Association is seeking judges for its 2020 Better Newspaper Editorial Contest & Better Newspaper Advertising Contest.

All judging is done online and is user-friendly. Judges will be assigned early July and the deadline for judging will be late July.

AP changes writing style to capitalize “b” in Black

Jun. 24, 2020

The Associated Press has changed its writing style guide to capitalize the “b” in the term Black when referring to people in a racial, ethnic or cultural context, weighing in on a hotly debated issue.

The news organization will also now capitalize Indigenous in reference to original inhabitants of a place.

19 tips on how to produce great journalism from home

Jun. 23, 2020

Successfully producing journalism from home full-time requires four critical concepts: self-discipline; regimentation; boundaries; and production.

Veteran writing coach Bart Pfankuch, who has significant experience working remotely, shares some tips and techniques for working from home in his latest installment of “Better Writing with Bart.”

Beloit Daily News moving to new downtown office

Jun. 19, 2020

The Beloit Daily News will move this fall to a new office in downtown Beloit, the newspaper announced Wednesday.

The move to 444 E. Grand Ave., a building that formerly housed Turtle Creek Books, is expected to take place in September. The facility will house the Daily News editorial, advertising, subscriber and business operations, while printing and distribution will continue to be based out of Janesville.

Guide to aggressive reporting? Begin with the basics

Jun. 15, 2020

Aggressive reporting goes beyond tackling sensitive and contentious subjects in a community’s living history. It also means delivering meaningful content, writes Jim Pumarlo, a speaker and trainer on newsroom success strategies.

In his most recent column, Pumarlo provides six examples of reporting that will erode a newspaper’s foundational credibility — and why it’s critical delve further with your reporting.

Photo Gallery: 2019 WNA Foundation Better Newspaper Contest winners

May. 17, 2020

WNA Foundation award recipients were mailed their plaques and certificates over the last two weeks. Since then, some members have shared their celebratory snapshots.

Take a look at the photos we’ve received so far and send us a photo of you celebrating so we can highlight your important accomplishments.

Video: Salute to Wisconsin Photographers

May. 17, 2020

Each year, during the annual WNA Convention & Trade Show, we salute Wisconsin photographers by highlighting their outstanding work.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic caused us to cancel our convention, we’re sharing the montage online. Take a look at some of the best shots from the last year.

2020 WNA Necrology: In Memoriam

May. 17, 2020

The 2020 WNA Necrology pays tribute to members of the Wisconsin newspaper community who have died during the last year.

See the full montage on our website and take a look back at the many talents we’ve lost.