Wisconsin Newspaper Association Executive Director Beth Bennett has issued a position statement on behalf of the WNA Board of Directors regarding proposed legislation that prioritizes civics education by mandating that it be taught in grades K-12 throughout Wisconsin. 

"The Wisconsin Newspaper Association enthusiastically supports the passage of AB 563. The development of the civics curriculum, while not specifically outlined in the bill, should include input from all within the education community who are charged with setting curriculum standards in Wisconsin," the statement reads. "The passage of AB 563 will go a long way toward empowering and encouraging young students across Wisconsin to become engaged with government on local and statewide levels."

In advance of World Homeless Day on Oct. 10, Multi Media Channels is challenging Wisconsin newspapers to once again join in the fight to eradicate homelessness by urging readers to contribute to organizations that support the homeless community in our state.

As part of the campaign, MMC has made ads available for republication and the Wisconsin State Journal has provided an editorial about the importance of eradicating homelessness.

The 81st annual National Newspaper Week, a celebration of the impact newspapers have in their communities, will be observed Oct. 3-9. This year's theme is “Community Forum." 

WNA members are encouraged to localize content to reinforce the importance of community newspapers. Columns, editorial cartoons, ads and more are available for publication and can be accessed on the National Newspaper Week website.