Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 24/08/2026📣 The 2026 VPA FOIA Guides are here! The Reporter’s Guide to Virginia’s Freedom of Information Act will be going out to newsrooms over the next couple of weeks. Editors & publishers: Email deanam@vpa.net with the number of guides you need and your updated mailing address, if it has changed. 030
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 06/08/2026Eleanor Shaw has joined The Richmonder as a Report for America corps member covering Chesterfield County. A recent JMU graduate and former editor-in-chief of The Breeze, she will cover government, education and human-interest stories. Read: tinyurl.com/34mrdsmutinyurl.comReport for America journalist joins The Richmonder to cover Chesterfield County - Virginia Press AssociationEleanor Shaw has joined The Richmonder as a Report for America corps member covering Chesterfield County. A recent James Madison University graduate, Shaw served two years as editor-in-chief of The Br... 000
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 13/05/2026How do nonprofits get their stories covered? Attend Who’s Telling Your Story? for a conversation with Virginia journalists and nonprofit leaders about storytelling and community impact. FREE at 3 p.m. at Libbie Mill Library, Richmond. Details here: tinyurl.com/rtsb4cvj 000
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 04/05/2026Congratulations to The Washington Post, a Virginia Press Association member, on winning two Pulitzer Prizes today! The paper was honored for public service reporting on efforts to reshape the federal workforce and feature photography by Jahi Chikwendiu. Read more: tinyurl.com/5n7n922ztinyurl.comWashington Post wins public service Pulitzer for DOGE, federal workforce coverageIt’s the second time The Post has won the prestigious award in five years. Former staff photographer Jahi Chikwendiu also won for feature photography. 010
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 01/05/2026Citizens applaud as a state historical marker for The Recorder in Monterey is unveiled. The moment marks a milestone for the newspaper, the community and local journalism. Founded in 1877, the paper continues to serve Highland County. www.dhr.virginia.gov/.../state-hi... 001
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 01/05/2026Anne Adams, owner and publisher of The Recorder in Monterey, addresses the crowd before a state historical marker is unveiled honoring the weekly newspaper that has continued to serve the people of Highland County and surrounding area with trusted local news for nearly 150 years. 000
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 12/03/2026📰 Unwind After Deadline Giveaway Attend every daytime session at the 2026 VPA Conference and you could win our Unwind After Deadline prize basket. Make sure you register today to be there. ➡️ tinyurl.com/4jb6566c 000
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 02/03/2026Join us for the 2026 VPA Conference & Awards Banquet — and make sure you’re in the room for this one. 🏆 Two NEW awards — with cash prizes — will be announced live at the banquet! Register today: lnkd.in/e67kgBrk 000
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 20/02/2026🎉 Register for the 2026 VPA Conference & Awards Banquet by 3/18 & you’ll be entered to win a complimentary one-night stay at The Virginian Hotel in Lynchburg! Sign up: tinyurl.com/4jb6566c #VPA2026 000
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 15/01/2026Betsy Edwards will step down as executive director of the Virginia Press Association on June 30, concluding a decade of strong advocacy for local journalism. She will be succeeded July 1 by Steve Weddle, VPA’s director of finance and administration. tinyurl.com/4w9nd9p2 000
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 02/12/2025Good 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. Learn more: tinyurl.com/mvktdmastinyurl.comVPA Day in the Capital Registration Extended from Dec. 4 to Dec. 8 - Virginia Press AssociationYou now have until Monday, Dec. 8 to register you and your staff for VPA Day in the Capital, taking place Thursday, Dec. 11 at Maymont’s Westover, 1001 Spottswood Rd., Richmond, from 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.... 011
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 21/11/2025Virginia’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 020
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 13/11/2025Kelly 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/mvb77hxptinyurl.comPiedmont Journalism Foundation announces new interim publisherKelly Tremaine has been appointed interim publisher following the departure of former publisher Scott Elliott. 000
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 12/11/2025Congrats 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/3ryu6deptinyurl.com3rd place Columns — under 35,000 circulation - America's NewspapersThird-place honors in the under 35,000 circulation category of the Columns category of the Carmage Walls Commentary Prize competition were awarded to Steve Stewart, publisher of The Smithfield Times. 000
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 06/11/2025After 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 000
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 23/10/2025Big 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.henricocitizen.comHenrico Citizen named one of 12 'Local News Bright Spots' nationally by Northwestern University's Local News InitiativeThe Henrico Citizen was named one of 12 Local News Bright Spots for 2025 by the Local News Initiative at Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism Oct. 20. The announcement came as part o... 131
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 20/08/2025Hot 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). 010
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 08/08/2025Davin 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/568hkan5tinyurl.comThe Chatham Star-Tribune names new editor for weekly newspaper - Virginia Press AssociationThe Chatham Star-Tribune has hired Davin Wilson, an award-winning sportswriter and journalist to lead the newsroom as editor. Wilson is familiar with the 156-year-old publication, having previously se... 010
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 07/08/2025From 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/4xk436zdtinyurl.comVPA Member Spotlight Q&A – Meet Cher Muzyk of Prince William Times - Virginia Press AssociationFrom the halls of the Michigan Court of Appeals to the newsroom of the Prince William Times, Cher Muzyk’s career path is anything but typical. A licensed attorney and former appellate law clerk, Cher ... 010
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 25/07/2025Behind 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/53epjbfwtinyurl.comVPA Member Spotlight Q&A – Meet Max March of C-VILLE Weekly - Virginia Press AssociationWe connected recently with Max March, the award-winning art director of C‑VILLE Weekly, to hear how he approaches the look and feel of the paper each week. March has been part of the C‑VILLE Weekly te... 010
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 03/04/2025Reminder: 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. 000
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 26/03/2025We 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... 000
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 21/03/2025Register 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... 000
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 13/03/2025City of Roanoke, Botetourt County sheriff go to court over FOIA request cardinalnews.org/2025/03/13/c...cardinalnews.orgCity of Roanoke, Botetourt County sheriff go to court over FOIA requestThe plaintiffs claim that fulfilling the request made by Cardinal News' executive editor would be considered a felony. 000
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 10/03/2025Join 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 000
Virginia Press Association @vapressassociation.bsky.social · 12/02/2025Mark your calendars now and plan to attend the 2025 VPA Conference & Awards Banquet at the Omni Richmond on April 12! #VPA2025 010