People and Papers

Paper stops publishing DUI mugshots

The Anderson News will no longer publish photos of people convicted of drunken driving for the purpose of deterring crime.

The former publisher of the Anderson News, Don White, said in 1998 he received calls from people who wanted to keep their names off the court records page in the newspaper which has a circulation of about 5,700.

“ I thought, doggone it, if it’s such a deterrent to these folks to have their name in the paper ... then how would they feel if they knew their picture was also going to be in there with their name?.” he said at the time.

But general manager Ben Carlson said it is not the newspaper s role to punish or embarrass people.

He wrote a column in a recent edition explaining the decision. Carlson said he could find no evidence that publishing the photos served as a deterrent.

Reichert named editor of The Sentinel-News

Walt Reichert has been named editor of The Sentinel-News of Shelbyville.

Reichert was most recently the associate editor of the Sentinel News after serving as a staff writer.

He began with the paper as a general assignment reporter in March 2000. He taught high-school journalism in Louisville for three years in addition to teaching English classes at Wright State University and the University of Louisville for a cumulative of 20 years.

Reichert has a master's degree in journalism from Indiana University.

Tolbert named LCNI human resource director

Cheryl Tolbert has been named human resource director for Landmark Community Newspapers Inc.

Kim Hogan, who was human resources director for six years, will move to her new role as circulation director.

Tolbert was most recently director of media analysis at News Channel 5 in Nashville, Tenn. which is also owned by LCNI's parent company, Landmark Communications, Inc. She has held other positions outside of Landmark, including a job as a reporter for the Boulder Daily Camera in Boulder, Colo. She received an MBA and law degree from the University of Virginia.

Terri Noles returns to Tribune-Courier staff

Terri Noles has rejoined the Tribune-Courier staff as advertising manager.

Noles previously served on the advertising staff for 19 years before leaving to pursue other interests. She returns after a five-year absence.

" We are delighted that Terri returned to the Tribune," Jim Ward, publisher of the Tribune-Courier, said. "With her years of experience with this newspaper and this market, she will be an asset to the newspaper as well as the advertisers of Marshall County.”

Noles and her husband Alan have one daughter Allee and are the owners of Rainbow Seamless Gutters.

Erica Slone joins Hazard Herald staff

The Hazard Herald is proud to welcome to its staff Erica Slone, a 2001 graduate of Morehead State University. Originally from Wheelwright, Stone attended grade school at June Buchanan and graduated from South Floyd High School. She received a B.A. in education with a minor in history from Morehead but says she found that she was not suited for the teaching profession, prompting her to pursue a career in sales.

Stone's previous experience includes sales and marketing with the Floyd County Times and the Pikeville Medical Leader.

As marketing director, Slone said she is ready to make an impact on the Hazard Herald through her job and in the community.

Jack McKay joins LCNI regional sales team

Jack McKay has been hired as the regional auto sales representative for LCNI Regional Sales team based in Shelbyville.

He is a graduate of Sonoma State University where he was manager of the campus radio station and has experience in radio and TV advertising. He had stints at several radio stations, both in advertising and as a disc jockey.

McKay and his wife Lane moved to Louisville earlier this year to return to her roots and be among their sons and daughters and Lane's six brothers and sisters.

Several changes at Sentinel-Echo newsroom

Allison Altizer took the helm of The Sentinel-Echo editorial department in July as news editor.

Altizer follows former managing editor Angie Brockman, who moved to northern Kentucky.

The Sentinel-Echo's newsroom has been restructured with the abolishment of the managing editor position. Instead, those responsibilities are divided into two positions - news editor and associate editor.

" The newspaper is following a different path with a tighter focus on news coverage and a cleaner design. From this, our readers can expect a fresh product that adheres to The Sentinel-Echo's demand for excellence and emphasis on community," Altizer said.

Altizer was hired as a staff writer in January. She has lived in Laurel County for over 20 years and holds a journalism degree from Eastern Kentucky University.

Derek Micah Armstrong, a 1997 graduate of Asbury College in Wilmore, is the new associate editor of The Sentinel-Echo.

“ Derek has solid newspaper experience and his work at larger, daily newspapers will help us take our news product to a higher level,” Sentinel-Echo Publisher Willie Sawyers said. “With Derek, we will be focusing a lot more on the newspaper's design and appearance, which is important to capturing readers who don't have as much time to read newspapers any more.”

“ Derek has already proven he has a strong work ethic and a great eye for design,” Altizer added. “I feel confident his influence in the newsroom will be positive.”

Tracy Gillium joins Jackson Times staff

Tracy Gillium is the new advertising manager for The Jackson Times.

She is married to Josh Gillium and, along with their 3-month old Landon, live in Vancleve.

She is the daughter of Jerry and Dora King of Vancleve.

Tracy Gillium is a 2001 graduate of Breathitt County High School and a 2006 graduate of Morehead State University.

Long-time advertising manager Jeannie Dzierzek continues to work in advertising as she takes over duties as office manager.

Angela Stepp joins CV&T newsroom staff

The Citizen Voice and Times has added a new face to its news staff.

Angela Stepp has been hired as a reporter and photographer.

Stepp, the daughter of James and Dorothy Croww, was born and raised in Estill County.

She is married to Joey Stepp and has one son, Bradley.

Stepp said it has been a dream of hers to work in journalism.

" I like being out in the own community, working with and seeing people," Stepp said.

Step also enjoys photography. She has a side business, Shutterflies and Poses, that features her photographs on greeting cards. Local businesses carry her cards and she has a web site - shutterfliesandposes.com

Don McNay named to board of directors

Don McNay, an award-winning syndicated writer and columnist for the Richmond Register, recently was elected to the National Society of Newspaper Columnists board of directors.

" I am excited to serve on the board for an organization comprised of accomplished and talented writers," McNay said. "I hope to use this opportunity as a stepping stone for furthering my writing career."

The NSNC is a professional organization for journalists, columnists and aspiring writers nationwide to exchange war stories, network and strengthen their writing and marketing talents.

McNay, best known for his business column with a rock and roll attitude, will serve as the NSNC newsletter editor for a two-year term.

Melissa Nalley promoted to publisher at LaRue

Melissa Nalley has been recognized for her contributions to both the community and her job by being promoted to the title of publisher of The LaRue County Herald News.

Nalley, according to Landmark Community Newspapers Inc. President Michael Abernathy, has benefited the community through her leadership and participation while carrying out her role as general manager/advertising manager for the past five years. She has also contributed greatly to the overall performance of the paper.

As publisher, Nalley's day-to-day duties will not change. The title change simply reflects the company's recognition of her consistent leadership in improving and growing the paper.

Nalley is a graduate of LaRue County High School and McKendree College.

Nalley and her husband Dan have three children, twins Tanner and Oliva, 8, and Parker, 3.

Allen White named to Murray State post

Dr. Allen White has been named the Murray State University journalism/mass communications interim chairman, succeeding Dr. Jeanne Scafella, who will go to full-time teaching after serving as chairman since 1997.

White, a faculty member since 1991, previously taught at the University of Tennessee-Knoxville, Kansas State University and Duquesne University.

A Murray State graduate with a bachelor's degree in journalism and English and a master's degree in mass communications, White earned his doctorate in journalism at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville.

White has been recognized for his teaching by the college with the Regents Teaching Award and by the university with the Max Carman Outstanding Teaching Award. He has taught a variety of classes including both undergraduate and graduate theory and research courses, advertising media, mass media writing, editorial and critical writing and the graduate philosophical concepts class.

Murray students named to Who's Who list

Fifteen of the 42 Murray State University seniors selected for the 2005-2006 edition of "Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities" were from the Murray State University department of journalism and mass communications.

They were Justin Barr, Amanda Carter, Vanessa Childers, Nathan Clinkenbeard, Jessica Ferguson, Brittaney Hall, Chris Haynes, Vanessa Higgins, Melissa Kilcoyne, Tami McQueen, Meghan Mottaz, Mitchum Owen, Sara Swiney, Caleb Watters and Christian Yates.

The Department of Journalism and Mass Communications has had more that 20 percent of MSU's "Who's Who" seniors in the past 15 years.

Sun welcomes Kernel Banks as sports editor

The Jackson County Sun has welcomed Kernel Banks to its staff as sports editor.

Banks said he's been interested in sports as long as he can remember as a player and as a spectator.

Banks played both football and tennis in high school. He has also coached Little League.

He is a big University of Kentucky fan and said he is looking forward to giving local teams "the recognition they deserve."

Rickwald joins Ky. Standard sales staff

A veteran salesman with experience in various forms of media has joined The Kentucky Standard as advertising manager.

Mike Rickwald of Louisville will oversee day-to-day operations of the sales staff for the paper. He and his wife Martha have one daughter, Stacy, who is engaged to be married later this year.

A graduate of Bellarmine University and a U.S. Army veteran, Rickwald had worked mainly in the television industry.

" I love Bardstown and am very happy to be here," he said. "I hope that my wife and I will be able to relocate here very soon."

The Sentinel-News hires two new writers

Gayle Deaton and Brent Schanding have joined The Sentinel-News as a staff writers.

Deaton previously worked as a reporter for the Frankfort State Journal where she covered city government, police and courts. She has a degree in journalism from the University of Missouri. She lives in Frankfort with her husband, Fred, and two sons.

Schanding previously worked as a reporter at the Effingham Herald, near Savannah, Ga., where he covered education and city government. Schanding has a degree in journalism from the Union Institute in Cincinnati. He is a native of Paris.

Foust rides as grand marshal of holiday parade

Veteran newspaper woman and longtime Calvert City resident Bobbie Foust was named by the Calvert Area Development Association to led the AmeriBration parade July 4 as Grand Marshal.

Foust grew up on her family farm on Needmore Road just five miles outside of Calvert City but has lived in Calvert City since 1956. Foust and her late husband Ray Foust Jr. made their home in Calvert City.

Foust is still very active in her newspaper career at the age of 72.

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