In recognition of their journalistic excellence, three reporters have been selected by Missouri Press Association to receive this year’s William E. James Outstanding Young Journalist award. MPA President Peggy Scott announced Anna Campbell of Jefferson City, Joseph McGraw of Poplar Bluff and Colin Willard of Vienna will receive their awards Saturday, Sept. 13, in Wildwood, Mo., during Missouri Press’ 159th Annual Convention and Trade Show awards luncheon. “This is the 17th year for Missouri Press to recognize young journalists with this award, and its 13th being named in honor of our late colleague, William E. James,” said Scott, publisher of Leader Publications in Festus. “It is of critical importance that Missouri Press and its member newspapers celebrate young talent and show appreciation for the next generation of journalists in this very demanding profession.” Winners of the William E. James Outstanding Young Journalist Award have demonstrated excellence in the field of journalism and maintained the quality, ethics and standards of The Journalist’s Creed, written by Walter Williams, founding dean of the University of Missouri School of Journalism. “While the three individuals we are recognizing this year work in very different communities, they all share a passion for providing the absolute best coverage for their readers,” Scott said. “Journalists can come from all sorts of different backgrounds, but one thing that unites us is a desire to uphold the highest professional standards of the craft.” https://mopress.com/stories/missouri-press-announces-2025-william-e-james-outstanding-young-journalists,39223 (fb)

We are saddened to share that Jackie Miller, wife of Bill Miller Sr., has died. She was a kind and caring member of our industry who always had a smile on her face. You can find obituary information at the link below. (fb)