Golden Press Card Awards deadline coming up soon!
East Tennessee Society of Professional Journalists is now accepting entries for its 2011 Golden Press Card Awards Contest -- but the deadline is soon: Feb. 28! Work published or broadcast anytime in 2011 is eligible.
Luncheon a chance to quiz legislators
Members of the public and the media alike will have an opportunity to ask questions of state sentators and representatives from Knox and the surrounding counties at ETSPJ's annual Legislative Preview Luncheon.
The event is set for noon Saturday, Jan. 21, at Calhoun's on Bearden Hill, 6515 Kingston Pike. The program is free, but there is a cost for the optional lunch. If you plan to eat, please make a reservation with Mark Harmon,
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Welcome to the new ETSPJ website! Whether you're an SPJ member or just visiting, we're happy you're here!
Amanda Womac, ETSPJ President
The new site contains information about our professional development events, contests, fundraisers and some background on how and why we do what we do in the name of journalism.
I am honored to be president of the board of directors for the year 2011-2012 and welcome feedback and suggestions from members on what you want from your board. Also, read on for my report about some big decisions at this year's national convention in New Orleans.
Holiday party redux
ETSPJ's annual Holiday Party was hosted by Georgiana Vines in the lobby of Crowne Condos, formerly part of the Downtown YMCA. Potluck snacks and a white elephant gift exchange were highlights. See photos on our Facebook page!
New motto suggestion: "ETSPJ: We're on fire!"
A few fun pics from our celebratory fall bonfire in Friendsville.