AAN News
Oklahoma Gazette Picks Up Sixteen SPJ Awardsnew

The Oklahoma Gazette won sixteen awards at the Oklahoma Society of Professional Journalists annual awards banquet this weekend, taking top honors in eight categories.
Oklahoma Society of Professional Journalists |
05-02-2011 3:10 pm |
Honors & Achievements
Orlando Weekly Names Arts & Culture Editor

Orlando Weekly has named Jessica Bryce Young as its arts & culture editor.
(FULL STORY)
Orlando Weekly |
05-02-2011 1:49 pm |
Industry News
The Media Oxpecker: Facebook Slips A Shiv Into Groupon

This week: Facebook launches its Daily Deal program in five cities, why newspaper ad revenue won't rebound anytime soon, and Jack Shafer's response to Arthur "Shiv" Brisbane.
(FULL STORY)
AAN |
04-29-2011 1:31 pm |
Media Roundup
Santa Fe Reporter Editor Julia Goldberg Says Goodbyenew

"Perhaps it's time to sign off," writes Julia Goldberg in a farewell column published today.
Santa Fe Reporter |
04-27-2011 4:27 pm |
Industry News
Chicago Reader Goes Glossy In Redesignnew

The Chicago Reader will unveil a major redesign of its print edition tomorrow, a makeover that will include a glossy cover and the repositioning of its music section to the back page.
Chicago Tribune |
04-27-2011 3:43 pm |
Industry News
Missoula Independent Announces New Editornew

The Missoula Independent has named alt-weekly veteran Robert Meyerowitz as its new editor-in-chief. He replaces previous editor Skylar Browning.
Missoula Independent |
04-27-2011 11:38 am |
Industry News
Village Voice Names New Metro Columnistnew

The Village Voice has named Harry Siegel as metro columnist, filling the slot left vacant by Tom Robbins in January.
The Cutline |
04-26-2011 4:45 pm |
Industry News
Dan Snyder Defends, Re-Files Lawsuit Against Washington City Papernew

Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder re-filed his lawsuit against Washington City Paper in a D.C. court today, nearly three months after it was filed in New York.
Washington City Paper |
04-26-2011 2:57 pm |
Legal News
Cartoonist Ted Rall Auctions Himself on eBay

In a listing posted yesterday, political cartoonist Ted Rall offers to draw a political cartoon on "any subject you want."
(FULL STORY)
AAN |
04-26-2011 12:36 pm |
Industry News
Anti-Gay Politician Offended By Internet Comments, Hyperbolenew

In an open letter to the Village Voice, New York State Senator Ruben Diaz, Sr. accuses the paper of using its "editorial discretion to facilitate and encourage homicide."
Village Voice |
04-25-2011 2:11 pm |
Industry News
Eight Alt-Weeklies Honored in CNPA Awardsnew

San Francisco Bay Guardian picked up the coveted General Excellence award from the California Newspaper Publishers Association. Palo Alto Weekly led all alt-weeklies with ten awards.
California Newspaper Publishers Association |
04-22-2011 5:31 pm |
Honors & Achievements
The Media Oxpecker: How To Build A Fucking Website

The Awl turns two, the threat (and opportunity) of the Flipboard app, and the impending rise of The Machines.
(FULL STORY)
AAN |
04-22-2011 3:58 pm |
Media Roundup
Boulder Weekly Editor Gets Lifetime Achievement Award from Regional SPJnew
Boulder Weekly editor Pamela White has received one of the top honors given by the Colorado chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ), a lifetime achievement award called "Keeper of the Flame."
Boulder Weekly |
04-21-2011 3:01 pm |
Honors & Achievements
Woody Harrelson and NOW Tweak Toronto Mayor on This Week's Cover

Woody Harrelson appears nude on the cover of this week's NOW Magazine, holding only a copy of the now-infamous NOW issue featuring a Photoshopped image of Toronto mayor Rob Ford.
(FULL STORY)
AAN |
04-21-2011 10:33 am |
Industry News
Exhibit Featuring Houston Press Rock-Concert Photos Opens Tonightnew

Shot In the Dark: Houston Press Concert Photography opens tonight in Houston and features more than 40 printed and matted shots by 12 photographers who work with the Press' "Rocks Off" music blog.
Houston Press |
04-21-2011 10:27 am |
Industry News