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Stofflet to retire in 2023

After four decades in broadcasting, WMTV-TV Evening Anchor John Stofflet will step down from his role and sign-off for the final time in June 2023. Stofflet shared his plans with viewers on June 30 and with station management and co-workers in May. His retirement next summer will come as John celebrates 40 years in television… Read More: Stofflet to retire in 2023 »

Free online session to discuss covering gun violence, gun rights debate

From DodgertonSkillhause on Morguefile

In the wake of recent mass shootings in the United States, Poynter is offering a free online group seminar to help journalists at any stage in their career develop story ideas to better cover gun violence and the gun debate in their communities. Areas of focus include: the latest proposals in Washington, D.C., measuring the… Read More: Free online session to discuss covering gun violence, gun rights… »

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    A wallet-sized PDF summary of the Wisconsin Open Meetings and Open Records Laws has been developed by the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council.  You will find this handy reference, which provides a quick layperson’s explanation of Wisconsin’s Open Meetings and Open Records Laws, under the “resources” section of the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council’s website.