The Arkansas Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists recognized the region’s top journalists Saturday evening during the 2026 Diamond Journalism Awards, presented by AY Media Group. More than 125 journalists, communicators and media professionals gathered for the annual …
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Ryan Anderson Named Communications Director at UA Little Rock
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock has named Ryan Anderson as director of communications in the Office of Communications and Marketing. Anderson comes to UA Little Rock following nearly four years as the state higher education reporter for the Arkansas …
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Heather Baker, Warwick Sabin to Lead Keynote at Diamond Journalism Awards
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThe Arkansas Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists will present the Diamond Journalism Awards banquet on Saturday, July 25, at Next Level Events in downtown Little Rock, featuring a keynote conversation between Warwick Sabin, president and CEO of …
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Arkansas Community Foundation Taps Tina Hall as Chief Communications Officer
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThe Arkansas Community Foundation has announced a new addition to its leadership team, naming Tina Hall as its chief communications officer. In her new role, Hall will lead branding, marketing and communications efforts to support the foundation’s statewide philanthropic mission …
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Heather Baker Speaks to JA Students in Behind-the-Scenes Look at AY Media Group
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffStudents from Little Rock Southwest High School and Hall/West High School stepped into the fast-paced world of journalism Tuesday, March 10, during a special job-shadow experience hosted by Arkansas Money & Politics Magazine. The 11th-grade students visited the publication’s office …
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Little Rock Agencies Take Top Honors at National PRSA Awards
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffSeveral Little Rock-based public relations firms and organizations received top honors at the national Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Anvil Awards, which were held May 15 in New York. Recognized for their creativity, impact and strategic execution, the winning …
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Gov. Sanders Appoints Deere to U of A Board of Trustees
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffOn Wednesday, March 12, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders revealed that Judd Deere will replace Sheffield Nelson on the University of Arkansas Board of Trustees. His term will expire on March 1, 2035. While serving on the board, he will continue …
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Olson Named Associate Athletic Director for Strategic Communications at UA Little Rock
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has welcomed a seasoned communications professional and longtime Arkansas sports personality to Little Rock Athletics. Nate Olson has been named the new associate athletic director for strategic communications for Little Rock Athletics. He is …
Adena White, accredited public relations professional and social impact storyteller, is a born-and-raised Arkansan who has a lot of love for her state and her life’s work in the communications sphere. “My favorite part of living and working in Arkansas …
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A-State Names Clark as Chief Marketing & Communications Officer
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffArkansas State University (A-State) has officially named Todd Clark as its new chief marketing and communications officer (CMCO), following his interim role since October. With 18 years of experience in higher education, Clark will now oversee the Office of University …
