Good news: Registration for VPA Day in the Capital now closes Dec. 8. Join us Dec. 11 at Maymont for sessions on energy demand, federal healthcare impacts, and higher ed’s future. Strong insight for Virginia journalists.

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Virginia’s top issues in one place. Join the Virginia Press Association on Dec. 11 at Maymont for VPA Day in the Capital with lawmakers, experts and journalists discussing energy, healthcare and higher education. Register by Dec. 4: tinyurl.com/4akbx2jr

Kelly Tremaine has been named interim publisher of Piedmont Journalism Foundation, which owns Fauquier Times & Prince William Times. A nationwide search is being conducted to secure a permanent publisher. Read More at tinyurl.com/mvb77hxp

Congrats to Steve Stewart of
@SmithfieldTimes for earning third place in the Carmage Walls Commentary Prize. Judges praised his fact-based, courageous columns on Smithfield’s growth and local politics. tinyurl.com/3ryu6dep

After 40 years in journalism, including 15 at the Bristol Herald Courier, Jim Maxwell is retiring. A past VPA president, he leaves a lasting mark on local news and community service in Southwest Virginia. tinyurl.com/yt3bfbkr

Big congratulations to @henricocitizen.bsky.social! They were recently recognized by @medillschool.bsky.social’s Local News Initiative as one of just 12 “Local News Bright Spots” nationwide for 2025. A strong example of how local news can adapt and thrive. Read More.

Hot off the press! The 2025 Reporters Guide to Virginia’s FOIA is here and headed to VPA member newsrooms soon. Editors/Publishers: Please email deanam@vpa.net with how many you need and your updated mailing address (if it’s changed).

Davin Wilson is the new editor of the Chatham Star-Tribune. A longtime sportswriter with deep Southside Virginia roots, he’s bringing his passion for local storytelling to the newsroom. tinyurl.com/568hkan5

From the Michigan Court of Appeals to the Prince William Times, Cher Muzyk’s path is anything but typical. What began as letters to the editor during the pandemic eventually morphed into a full-time reporting role keeping her community informed on local issues. Learn more ➡️ tinyurl.com/4xk436zd

Behind every issue of C-VILLE Weekly is Max March, an art director who has spent more than 10 years shaping its look with heart and imagination. He still chases the thrill of making something that surprises readers and makes the paper feel alive ech week. tinyurl.com/53epjbfw

Reminder: Today is the FINAL DAY for VPA Conference & Awards Banquet attendees to book a room at the Omni Richmond Hotel using the VPA Room Block Discount. Check your conference registration email for the booking link sent after you registered.

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We are 5 days away from the FINAL DATE to register to attend the 2025 VPA Conference & Awards Banquet. In one of the April 12 sessions, you'll hear from 4 Virginia publishers on how hybrid revenue models are working for their newsrooms. Register Now! vpa.net/conference20...

Register for Saturday daytime programming at the VPA Conference by Monday, March 24, and you’ll be entered to win a free Friday night stay at the Omni Richmond Hotel!

For more details about the April 12th conference and awards banquet, visit: www.vpa.net/conference20...

City of Roanoke, Botetourt County sheriff go to court over FOIA request cardinalnews.org/2025/03/13/c...

Join us at the 2025 VPA Conference in Richmond on April 12 and learn how to create a metrics-driven newsroom with Jennifer Hefty, director of engagement at Gannett. Don't miss the deadline! Register to attend today at tinyurl.com/yrp9hr7w

Mark your calendars now and plan to attend the 2025 VPA Conference & Awards Banquet at the Omni Richmond on April 12! #VPA2025