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09/02/2010

Human Resources Workshop: Anchoring the Business - 11/11/10

It has been said the only constant in business is change. We disagree. "Anchoring the Business" workshop on Nov. 11 at VPA headquarters will provide you with tools and techniques to help recognize, retain and re-energize your company’s most critical resource -- employees.
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Recent Posts

USA Today Reorganizes, Focuses on Mobile

USA Today has launched a major restructuring in its quest to become a mobile-first organization.

Miss Hattie Motors No More

When I was growing up here, The Smithfield Times would print such interesting tidbits as “Miss Hattie motored to Richmond to visit her sister, whose rheumatism has been acting up lately.” While interesting to some, it falls short of what we expect…

Gannaway Chosen to Report for Post

A veteran journalist has returned to the profession as staff writer for The Post in Big Stone Gap. Former Coalfield Progress sports editor Glenn Gannaway began work here this week.

Page News and Courier Adds Reporter

The news staff at the Page News and Courier recently added a new face. Reena Singh, 22, covers several beats for the 143-year-old Page County weekly, including Page County Public Schools, the Town of Luray, crime and other general assignments.



Training

Six Steps To Sales Success - October 7, 2010 - VPA Headquarters

The 6 steps to sales success - Thursday October 7 - VPA Headquarters Whether you’re new to newspaper/online advertising sales or just need a tune-up, this fun, informative and hands-on session is for you! We’ll break down the sales process into 6 easy steps and we’ll also teach you how…

Advertising

August 2010 – Statewide Classified Ad Network

Ad network sales for the month of August:

Daily News-Record (2 ads)
Richmond Times-Dispatch (1 ad)
The News Leader (8 ads)
The Roanoke Times (8 ads)
The South Hill Enterprise (4 ads)



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About the Association

The Virginia Press Association was founded in the late 19th century and incorporated by a special act of the Virginia General Assembly in 1881.

We represent newspaper interests in the General Assembly through lobbying efforts and facilitate print and online advertising campaigns for our members. We also hold one of the largest news contests in the nation, annually attracting more than 5,000 entries.

Our Mission, Purpose & Values

The mission of the Virginia Press Association is to support our membership through responsive services and resources. We champion the common interests of Virginia newspapers and the ideals of a free press in a democratic society.

We connect our members through valuable business services, effective representation, practical communication and information, and relevant education and recognition. Values important to the work of the VPA are fairness, dedication, integrity and honesty.

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