National Newspaper Association
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Avoid the 8 typical mistakes made in newspaper operations
Jun 1, 2023
There are many common sense aspects involved in a newspaper operation — yet there are times that written rules would come in handy because the obvious is being overlooked. Here are my top eight “do ...
Local reporters struggle and shine covering Alex Murdaugh murder trial
Jun 1, 2023
For national media, the trial brought a bonanza. But some local newspapers that cover the low country and come face-to-face with their readers every day were out of their comfort zone.
Newspaper In Education serial story committee meets, sets future plans; download 2023 series by June 30
Jun 1, 2023
The closing date for this set of features ends on June 30, so this number will increase. NNA members can download here...
Take steps now to report on 2024 budgets
Jun 1, 2023
We’re halfway into 2023, and many local governments are well involved in exploring 2024 budgets. Are your newsrooms aware of the process? Are you keeping readers abreast of the dynamics?
A really good ad can keep doing its job over and over
May 1, 2023
Over the years, I’ve encountered numerous advertisers who, mysteriously, somehow once they’ve published a great ad idea in your newspaper, think the ad is somehow “used up” after ...
Is there such a thing as ‘too local?’
May 1, 2023
Most newspapers have focus group meetings; some have them frequently, some perhaps once a year or even less. I remember one that left an impression of how disconnected an editor can be.
Letters invigorate editorial pages but demand scrutiny
May 1, 2023
The extra time and attention devoted to screening letters was underscored in a recent exchange on the International Society of Weekly Newspaper Editors hotline.
NNA allied member Vendasta shares info, resources for selling branded content
May 1, 2023
Campbell and Nettles shared expert insights on the power of branded content to drive revenue and diversify revenue streams for media companies ...
Meet the new and improved Parade Magazine!
Apr 18, 2023
In addition to the e-edition, The Arena Group provides close to 200 RSS feeds in sports, lifestyle and financial verticals; producing close to 30,000 articles per month that newspaper partners can utilize ...
