Member News
Job opening: Illinois Farm Bureau seeks agricultural policy editor
October 13, 2013
The Illinois Farm Bureau has an opening in its Bloomington, Ill., headquarters for an agricultural policy editor to develop news and feature stories on federal policy and its impact on Illinois agriculture and rural communications.The articles will appear in the bureau’s FarmWeek newspaper, online…
Read MoreNew discount card for NPC members, coming soon, offers big savings on drug, medical costs
October 10, 2013
National Press Club members can save up to 65 percent% on more than 60,000 brand and generic drugs at more than 59,000 pharmacies worldwide thanks to a new member benefit, Membership Secretary Marc Wojno announced at the Club's membership meeting Oct. 4. Pharmacies involved include major outlets…
Read MoreOct. 17 Oktoberfest buffet cancelled, but plan for Roast Beef Night next month
October 10, 2013
The Oktoberfest buffet scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 17, at the Reliable Source restaurant has been cancelled due to the lack of response. But if you need your fix of the Reliable Source's monthly buffet, it's not too early to plan for the next one. Roast Beef Buffet Night, always one of the…
Read MoreDid you know? 70 reciprocal clubs open to you when you travel
October 9, 2013
Did you know that the National Press Club has reciprocity with more than 70 press and city clubs worldwide? They're all open to you -- many of them featuring overnight accommodations, restaurants, fitness and business centers. The Club recently has added The Hartford Club, the Nashville City Club…
Read MoreNext New Member Orientation: Oct. 16, with choice of two sessions
October 9, 2013
Are you a new member of the Club and want to learn more about your membership benefits and opportunities? Or are you an existing member who just wants an update on what's available to you? Either way, you're invited to the Club's next New Member Orientation on Wednesday, Oct. 16. You'll have a…
Read MoreNPC members approve $1-a-month dues increase, strategic plan
October 9, 2013
A $1 dues increase for journalists and communicator members as well as a strategic plan to guide the Club's development from 2014-2018 were approved during the National Press Club's general membership meeting Oct. 4. In other business, Membership Secretary Marc Wojno noted that while there are 40…
Read MoreHow to break into an agency? Find out Oct. 25
October 8, 2013
What’s a journalist to do when the federal government agency you want to cover doesn’t want to be covered? Learn how to navigate the political and bureaucratic federal agency waters, how to work with public affairs officers and how to develop sources that can provide the intel you need to write…
Read MoreMake merry at Children's Holiday Party Dec. 7
October 8, 2013
Hard to believe, but the holiday season isn't far away. It's not too early to make plans to attend the National Press Club's Annual Children's Holiday Party on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Festivities will began at with a delicious buffet featuring hot dogs, hamburgers, French fries…
Read MoreBurr resigns as Board of Governors chair to run for Club Treasurer
October 8, 2013
Thomas Burr, currently chairman of the National Press Club Board of Governors, has announced his intention to run for Treasurer. As required by the Club's governing documents, he has submitted his resignation from the Board, effective the day before the annual meeting in January. As a result of…
Read MoreNominating petitions due Oct. 25 for three open Board of Governors seats, officer positions
October 7, 2013
Three seats on the National Press Club Board of Governors -- two journalists and one communicator -- will be elected at this year's NPC elections, as will all officer positions. Members interested in running need to submit nominating petitions by close of business Friday, Oct. 25. Details on the…
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