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NC Policy Watch is becoming NC Newsline and you’re going to like the changes that are in store
For nearly two decades, people who care about North Carolina’s most vulnerable, who relish understanding the people and politics that factor into the state’s policies, and who have strong … more
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First for a Reason: What is Section 230? Why does it matter to journalists?
You may have heard the term “Section 230” thrown about recently. This section of the federal Communications Decency Act of 1996 has been around for more than 25 years, but it is getting … more
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USPS again clarifies no-sack policy
The U.S. Postal Service in January announced that it planned to eliminate use of sacks for most Periodicals mailings, but complications from a wide array of mailer practices caused the policy to be … more
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NC Press Association Backs Bipartisan 2023 Govt Transparency Act
A newly sworn-in North Carolina General Assembly and a fresh legislative session present an opportunity to significantly advance government transparency and the people’s right to … more
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Fayetteville loses a special journalist
About three weeks ago, Lorry Williams told a colleague that she was stepping down as managing editor of CityView news and CityView magazine. By then, the breast cancer she had fought for two … more
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‘She always wanted the best’ — longtime Fayetteville newswoman Lorry Williams has died
Lorraine “Lorry” Williams, the first woman to serve as executive editor of The Fayetteville Observer and a career journalist, died Tuesday morning. Williams, 59, had battled with … more
BEST PRACTICES FOR PUBLIC RECORDS REQUESTS PART 2 – RESPONDING TO “NO”
Last month we wrote about best practices in framing your public records requests.  This month, we offer some specific language to put in your email or letter if you are responding to a public … more
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An important announcement from the North Carolina Justice Center, States Newsroom and NC Policy Watch
Media Release North Carolina Justice Center –   www.ncjustice.org States Newsroom –  www.statesnewsroom.com February 23, 2023 For more information: … more
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George Ellison, long-time naturalist, author, Citizen Times columnist, dies at 81
    ASHEVILLE – George Ellison, a naturalist, author, longtime columnist for the Asheville Citizen Times and by all accounts a … more
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University of Missouri - Columbia, School of Journalism survey on SEO experiences
We are conducting primary research through a survey . This survey serves to compile opinions and experiences regarding  Search Engine Optimization (SEO)  and the use of  data … more
New Burke County weekly rolls off the press
I’m an old newspaper guy, so I have to admit I was more than a bit excited when I witnessed the birth of a weekly rolling off the press for its first edition in early February. Three … more
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Boone Newsmedia founder and chairman dies 
TUSCALOOSA, Alabama — James B. “Jim” Boone Jr., founder and chairman of the board of Boone Newsmedia, Inc. [BNI], died Monday, Feb. 13, at UAB Hospital-Highlands in Birmingham, … more
KHN’s Southern bureau is expanding
One sometimes-overlooked resource for journalists is Kaiser Health News , an editorially independent newsroom with Pulitzer finalist credentials that’s not associated with Kaiser Permanente. … more
USPS EXTENDS SACK KILLING DEADLINE - REQUIRES WEEKLY NEEDS REPORT
The Postal Service has extended the sack use moratorium for Periodicals mailers through Feb. 21. Numerous NNA members have reported difficulties obtaining flats trays to replace sacks in their … more
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American Journalism Project announces $3.25 million in grants to three local, nonprofit news organizations
Washington, D.C. – January 24, 2023 – The American Journalism Project announced its first three new grants of 2023 to nonprofit news organizations that aim to reach new audiences and … more
Lee Enterprises, The News Herald's parent company, hires new NC Media Group president
Lee Enterprises, the parent company of the Morganton News Herald,  announced that Eric Mayberry has been named president of its North Carolina Media Group and vice president of sales for its … more
Enterprise sees leadership changes
The High Point Enterprise has a new publisher, and the person who had been publisher has taken on elevated responsibilities. Rick Thomason became The Enterprise's publisher on Monday. He … more
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 USPS ANNOUNCES 30 DAY GRACE PERIOD FOR ELIMINATING SACKS FOR PERIODICALS
NNA is pleased to announce that USPS has agreed to an extension period for the elimination of sacks for Periodicals and Marketing Mail.  The Postal Service announced late Jan. 6 that it … more
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Joseph Michael “Joey” Cowart, Sr.
LAKE SEMINOLE, GA – Joseph Michael “Joey” Cowart, Sr., 66, of Lake Seminole, passed away Friday, December 30, 2022. The memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, … more
NC Supreme Court Addresses Law Enforcement Recording Statute
“History teaches that opaque decision-making destroys trust; recent historyinvolving police body cameras emphasizes this risk.”We end 2022 with these strong words from our own North … more
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