Greater Oregon SPJ
@spjoregon.bsky.social
Oregon (and southwest Washington) chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. We champion press freedom, train journalists and advocate for open government. spjoregon.com
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Applications to join the @spjoregon.bsky.social board are still open! Perks include feeling good about supporting journalism and defeating bad public records bills in Oregon and occasionally seeing my cat on zoom calls.
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November 15, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Listen to Julia: apply for the board, support journalism and get special access to Fred
Our annual conference is tomorrow in Eugene! We now have a full schedule for all of our sessions. More info about the schedule, tickets and more can be found here:
www.spjoregon.com/news/spj-con...
www.spjoregon.com/news/spj-con...
SPJ conference gets a full schedule — SPJ Oregon
There still time to buy tickets
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October 17, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Our annual conference is tomorrow in Eugene! We now have a full schedule for all of our sessions. More info about the schedule, tickets and more can be found here:
www.spjoregon.com/news/spj-con...
www.spjoregon.com/news/spj-con...
It's looking like it's going to be a very busy October for us and we shared some of our plans in our latest newsletter.
We've got some exciting updates on the conference, trophies and the upcoming board elections.
We've got some exciting updates on the conference, trophies and the upcoming board elections.
Updates on conference, board elections — SPJ Oregon
We have info on contest trophies and a conference preview
www.spjoregon.com
October 3, 2025 at 11:58 PM
It's looking like it's going to be a very busy October for us and we shared some of our plans in our latest newsletter.
We've got some exciting updates on the conference, trophies and the upcoming board elections.
We've got some exciting updates on the conference, trophies and the upcoming board elections.
1/ Help us shape the future of journalism in Oregon and Southwest Washington by joining the SPJ board!!!
It’s never been tougher to be a journalist, but you CAN make a difference in the PNW. Email us a 150- to 200-word statement of why you should be elected to spjoregon @ gmail . com (no spaces)
It’s never been tougher to be a journalist, but you CAN make a difference in the PNW. Email us a 150- to 200-word statement of why you should be elected to spjoregon @ gmail . com (no spaces)
September 18, 2025 at 9:47 PM
1/ Help us shape the future of journalism in Oregon and Southwest Washington by joining the SPJ board!!!
It’s never been tougher to be a journalist, but you CAN make a difference in the PNW. Email us a 150- to 200-word statement of why you should be elected to spjoregon @ gmail . com (no spaces)
It’s never been tougher to be a journalist, but you CAN make a difference in the PNW. Email us a 150- to 200-word statement of why you should be elected to spjoregon @ gmail . com (no spaces)
Wildfires are one of the defining issues of our time. But from a practical perspective, how do you cover them? We got advice from the Oregon Department of Forestry and journalist @aprilehrlich.bsky.social. www.spjoregon.com/news/tips-fo...
Tips for covering another brutal wildfire season — SPJ Oregon
Fire season is in full swing
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July 25, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Wildfires are one of the defining issues of our time. But from a practical perspective, how do you cover them? We got advice from the Oregon Department of Forestry and journalist @aprilehrlich.bsky.social. www.spjoregon.com/news/tips-fo...
We are disappointed but undeterred.
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Our statement on Senate Bill 686 — SPJ Oregon
On Tuesday, June 24, Senate Bill 686 failed to advance from the Oregon Senate floor by one vote.
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June 27, 2025 at 5:53 PM
We are disappointed but undeterred.
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www.spjoregon.com/news/our-sta...
The narrow failure of Senate Bill 686, the bill that would require fair compensation for Big Tech’s AI "plagiarism machine," is bad news for Oregonians. We’re proud of our coalition’s hard work and progress toward achieving a solution.
June 25, 2025 at 12:55 AM
The narrow failure of Senate Bill 686, the bill that would require fair compensation for Big Tech’s AI "plagiarism machine," is bad news for Oregonians. We’re proud of our coalition’s hard work and progress toward achieving a solution.
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This week, per @spjoregon.bsky.social, Oregon Business took home four 2024 Northwest Excellence in Journalism Awards, which reward outstanding work from among hundreds of entries submitted by journalists in five states: oregonbusiness.com/oregon-busin...
Oregon Business Wins Four SPJ Awards
Reporting on Portland arts spaces, Shaniko’s up-and-coming music scene and the Sports Bra take top honors in Northwest Excellence in Journalism contest.
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June 3, 2025 at 10:13 PM
This week, per @spjoregon.bsky.social, Oregon Business took home four 2024 Northwest Excellence in Journalism Awards, which reward outstanding work from among hundreds of entries submitted by journalists in five states: oregonbusiness.com/oregon-busin...
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So freaking excited the little paper that could comes through again! @eugeneweekly.com with 6 wins in the @spjoregon.bsky.social awards! So proud of all the folks who keep Eugene Weekly going and the @uosojc.bsky.social students who write professional stories with impact. www.spjoregon.com/contest
Contest — SPJ Oregon
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June 3, 2025 at 6:50 PM
So freaking excited the little paper that could comes through again! @eugeneweekly.com with 6 wins in the @spjoregon.bsky.social awards! So proud of all the folks who keep Eugene Weekly going and the @uosojc.bsky.social students who write professional stories with impact. www.spjoregon.com/contest
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Congratulations to all the winners! I'm glad there are still so many great journalists in Oregon doing their thing.
BIG NEWS! 📰
We are excited to announce the winners of the 2024 SPJ Northwest Excellence in Journalism Contest.
Congratulations to all who took home a prize and check out the full list of winners here:
www.spjoregon.com/contest
We are excited to announce the winners of the 2024 SPJ Northwest Excellence in Journalism Contest.
Congratulations to all who took home a prize and check out the full list of winners here:
www.spjoregon.com/contest
Contest — SPJ Oregon
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June 3, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Congratulations to all the winners! I'm glad there are still so many great journalists in Oregon doing their thing.
Reposted by Greater Oregon SPJ
A bunch of my pals won journalism awards for being very smart and excellent at journalism. Being a journalist is very hard as it is, being excellent at it has got to be like 5-10x harder at least. Great job being smart and excellent pals!
BIG NEWS! 📰
We are excited to announce the winners of the 2024 SPJ Northwest Excellence in Journalism Contest.
Congratulations to all who took home a prize and check out the full list of winners here:
www.spjoregon.com/contest
We are excited to announce the winners of the 2024 SPJ Northwest Excellence in Journalism Contest.
Congratulations to all who took home a prize and check out the full list of winners here:
www.spjoregon.com/contest
Contest — SPJ Oregon
www.spjoregon.com
June 3, 2025 at 6:33 PM
A bunch of my pals won journalism awards for being very smart and excellent at journalism. Being a journalist is very hard as it is, being excellent at it has got to be like 5-10x harder at least. Great job being smart and excellent pals!
Reposted by Greater Oregon SPJ
Our @oregoncapitalchronicle.com senior reporter @alexbaumhardt.bsky.social swept the investigative category in the five-state Northwest Excellence in Journalism contest and took second in hard news features for small outlets.
oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2025/06/03/o...
oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2025/06/03/o...
Oregon Capital Chronicle wins three awards in multi-state northwest journalism contest • Oregon Capital Chronicle
Senior reporter Alex Baumhardt swept the investigative category of the 2024 Northwest Excellence in Journalism contest.
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June 3, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Our @oregoncapitalchronicle.com senior reporter @alexbaumhardt.bsky.social swept the investigative category in the five-state Northwest Excellence in Journalism contest and took second in hard news features for small outlets.
oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2025/06/03/o...
oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2025/06/03/o...
BIG NEWS! 📰
We are excited to announce the winners of the 2024 SPJ Northwest Excellence in Journalism Contest.
Congratulations to all who took home a prize and check out the full list of winners here:
www.spjoregon.com/contest
We are excited to announce the winners of the 2024 SPJ Northwest Excellence in Journalism Contest.
Congratulations to all who took home a prize and check out the full list of winners here:
www.spjoregon.com/contest
Contest — SPJ Oregon
www.spjoregon.com
June 3, 2025 at 5:23 PM
BIG NEWS! 📰
We are excited to announce the winners of the 2024 SPJ Northwest Excellence in Journalism Contest.
Congratulations to all who took home a prize and check out the full list of winners here:
www.spjoregon.com/contest
We are excited to announce the winners of the 2024 SPJ Northwest Excellence in Journalism Contest.
Congratulations to all who took home a prize and check out the full list of winners here:
www.spjoregon.com/contest
Our fundraiser is TONIGHT at 6 at the Oakshire Beer Hall in Portland. Come join all the best journalists and journalism supporters you know for fun, raffle prizes and a sneak peek at who won this year's Northwest Excellence in Journalism awards.
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Sunshine in 2025: Fighting secrecy, protecting journalism
Come eat, drink and mingle with fellow journos and friends to promote open government and recognize some great journalism!
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May 30, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Our fundraiser is TONIGHT at 6 at the Oakshire Beer Hall in Portland. Come join all the best journalists and journalism supporters you know for fun, raffle prizes and a sneak peek at who won this year's Northwest Excellence in Journalism awards.
www.eventbrite.com/e/sunshine-i...
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Want to join fellow journalists at tomorrow's Sunshine in 2025 event but money's tight? We get it. A generous donor bought some extra tickets to make sure more folks can join — reach out here or through info@spjoregon.com to let us know if you need one.
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Sunshine in 2025: Fighting secrecy, protecting journalism
Come eat, drink and mingle with fellow journos and friends to promote open government and recognize some great journalism!
www.eventbrite.com
May 29, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Want to join fellow journalists at tomorrow's Sunshine in 2025 event but money's tight? We get it. A generous donor bought some extra tickets to make sure more folks can join — reach out here or through info@spjoregon.com to let us know if you need one.
www.eventbrite.com/e/sunshine-i...
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This year, we're also holding an online and on-site raffle, with all proceeds going toward the SPJ cause. You can buy tickets early here:
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Sunshine in 2025: Fighting secrecy, protecting journalism
Join SPJ Oregon's raffle for a chance to win big while supporting our mission of fighting secrecy and protecting journalism too! Your participation is not only a chance to win prizes, but also plays a...
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May 28, 2025 at 4:57 PM
This year, we're also holding an online and on-site raffle, with all proceeds going toward the SPJ cause. You can buy tickets early here:
www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
Just two days to go until our spring fundraiser! One of many reasons you should come: You'll get a sneak peek into who won the five-state Northwest Excellence in Journalism Contest.
www.eventbrite.com/e/sunshine-i...
www.eventbrite.com/e/sunshine-i...
Sunshine in 2025: Fighting secrecy, protecting journalism
Come eat, drink and mingle with fellow journos and friends to promote open government and recognize some great journalism!
www.eventbrite.com
May 28, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Just two days to go until our spring fundraiser! One of many reasons you should come: You'll get a sneak peek into who won the five-state Northwest Excellence in Journalism Contest.
www.eventbrite.com/e/sunshine-i...
www.eventbrite.com/e/sunshine-i...
Our work at the #orleg paid off: Committee members rewrote this bill to get rid of a provision giving lawyers nearly six weeks to draft bad-faith demands and threaten lawsuits.
We've been hard at work at the #orleg, including by marshaling opposition last week to this proposal that could chill public service journalism by giving people and their lawyers more time to make frivolous demands to retract news articles. Read more from @opb.org:
www.opb.org/article/2025...
www.opb.org/article/2025...
Republican lawmaker wants Oregonians to have more time to fight media errors
Rep. Darin Harbick's son was at the Jan. 6 insurrection four years ago, but the lawmaker took issue with a Eugene Weekly story.
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May 21, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Our work at the #orleg paid off: Committee members rewrote this bill to get rid of a provision giving lawyers nearly six weeks to draft bad-faith demands and threaten lawsuits.
Just two weeks to go until our #SunshineIn2025 get-together! Do you have your tickets yet?
www.eventbrite.com/e/sunshine-i...
www.eventbrite.com/e/sunshine-i...
Sunshine in 2025: Fighting secrecy, protecting journalism
Come eat, drink and mingle with fellow journos and friends to promote open government and recognize some great journalism!
www.eventbrite.com
May 16, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Just two weeks to go until our #SunshineIn2025 get-together! Do you have your tickets yet?
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www.eventbrite.com/e/sunshine-i...
SB 686, the journalism funding bill we're supporting in the #orleg, has many upsides and few downsides, columnist Randy Stapilus writes in the @oregoncapitalchronicle.com.
oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2025/05/15/s...
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Sourcing the news: Oregon bill opens discussion about paying for journalism • Oregon Capital Chronicle
Senate Bill 686 could help fund journalism with several upsides and few downsides, columnist Randy Stapilus writes.
oregoncapitalchronicle.com
May 15, 2025 at 8:45 PM
SB 686, the journalism funding bill we're supporting in the #orleg, has many upsides and few downsides, columnist Randy Stapilus writes in the @oregoncapitalchronicle.com.
oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2025/05/15/s...
oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2025/05/15/s...
"If SB 686 becomes law, Oregon would be the first state to address unfair competition between tech platforms and news organizations since a federal judge, on April 17, found Google guilty of illegal conduct harming news publishers."
www.seattletimes.com/opinion/oreg...
www.seattletimes.com/opinion/oreg...
Oregon policy may get tech giants to pay what they owe for news
Oregon could become the first state to address unfair competition between tech platforms and news outlets, following recent rulings against Google.
www.seattletimes.com
May 15, 2025 at 4:29 PM
"If SB 686 becomes law, Oregon would be the first state to address unfair competition between tech platforms and news organizations since a federal judge, on April 17, found Google guilty of illegal conduct harming news publishers."
www.seattletimes.com/opinion/oreg...
www.seattletimes.com/opinion/oreg...
We've been hard at work at the #orleg, including by marshaling opposition last week to this proposal that could chill public service journalism by giving people and their lawyers more time to make frivolous demands to retract news articles. Read more from @opb.org:
www.opb.org/article/2025...
www.opb.org/article/2025...
Republican lawmaker wants Oregonians to have more time to fight media errors
Rep. Darin Harbick's son was at the Jan. 6 insurrection four years ago, but the lawmaker took issue with a Eugene Weekly story.
www.opb.org
May 14, 2025 at 3:07 PM
We've been hard at work at the #orleg, including by marshaling opposition last week to this proposal that could chill public service journalism by giving people and their lawyers more time to make frivolous demands to retract news articles. Read more from @opb.org:
www.opb.org/article/2025...
www.opb.org/article/2025...
Hi, Bluesky! 👋
We're the Greater Oregon chapter of @spj-posts.bsky.social, training journalists and advocating for press freedom and open government in Oregon and southwest Washington. Looking forward to sharing exciting updates on awards and our work at the #orleg on this platform.
We're the Greater Oregon chapter of @spj-posts.bsky.social, training journalists and advocating for press freedom and open government in Oregon and southwest Washington. Looking forward to sharing exciting updates on awards and our work at the #orleg on this platform.
May 14, 2025 at 2:25 AM
Hi, Bluesky! 👋
We're the Greater Oregon chapter of @spj-posts.bsky.social, training journalists and advocating for press freedom and open government in Oregon and southwest Washington. Looking forward to sharing exciting updates on awards and our work at the #orleg on this platform.
We're the Greater Oregon chapter of @spj-posts.bsky.social, training journalists and advocating for press freedom and open government in Oregon and southwest Washington. Looking forward to sharing exciting updates on awards and our work at the #orleg on this platform.