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SAFETY HISTORY OF CPR: SAVING
LIVES THROUGH THE AGES
The first attempts at cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) date back to the second century, when Greek physician Galen recorded his failed attempts at resuscitating animals.
There was little or no progress in resuscitation until the eighteenth century, when death by drowning became a primary public concern. At that time, interest in resuscitation was renewed, and significant advances were made.
Regardless of the various methods—from using bellows to applying pressure to the abdomen, warming the victim’s body, and bloodletting, to administering the breaths and chest compressions we recognize today—the purpose has remained the same: maintain blood circulation to deliver oxygen and sustain life.
Uncover the story of CPR, tracing its roots back through history as we highlight key milestones that have shaped this vital technique into what it is today.
CPR THROUGH THE CENTURIES
The eighteenth century brought many advancements in CPR. Mouth-to-mouth resuscitation for drowning victims was first recommended by the Paris Academy of Sciences in 1740.
1767: A group of concerned citizens in Amsterdam formed the Society for Recovery of Drowned Persons and issued the first set of recommendations for reversing death.
1809: By the early nineteenth century, the role of electricity in restarting a heart was recognized. In 1809, the Scottish surgeon Allan Burns first suggested the combination of electrical shock and ventilation to reverse death.
1903: The twentieth century brought even more innovation. In 1903, the surgeon George Washington Crile introduced the use of epinephrine (adrenaline) during cardiac arrest.
1959: This century also welcomed chest compressions and expanded available training. Chest compressions as a concept was not new, but it wasn’t until 1959 when researchers at Johns Hopkins applied the chest compression technique to humans.
1962: Shortly after in 1962, CPR was formally endorsed by the American Red Cross, the American Heart Association, and the Industrial Medical Association. At first, CPR training availability was limited, but by 1966, CPR was being taught to laypeople as well as professionals.
And by the early 1970s, CPR, defibrillation, and a rapid means to provide prehospital care were all in place.
MODERN CPR
The development of modern CPR is a fascinating journey, with a key milestone in 1960. This was when William Bennet Kouwenhoven, also known as the ‘Father of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation,’ published his groundbreaking paper, introducing the breaths and chest compression CPR we recognize today.
Kouwenhoven’s chance discovery of external cardiac compression was made while investigating the heart defibrillation technique. Heavy paddles had been placed on the chest of a dog in cardiac arrest, and the weight of these heavy paddles increased the animal’s blood pressure. It was then discovered that rhythmic pressure on the animal’s sternum could maintain adequate circulation to the brain. Relaxation of this pressure allowed the heart to fill again.
This effect of heart compression between the sternum and the spine was confirmed in over a hundred dogs. It also emerged an irregular heartbeat for up to thirty minutes could be restored if external cardiac compression had been maintained during this time. From his discovery, Kouwenhoven famously said, “Anyone can initiate cardiac resuscitation procedures anywhere. All that is needed are two hands.”
HOW DOES CPR WORK?
CPR combines rescue breathing (mouth-to-mouth) and chest compressions to maintain blood circulation and deliver oxygen to the body until advanced medical treatment is available.
Administering CPR is a powerful act that can save lives. Without it, it only takes a few minutes for brain injury to occur due to a lack of oxygen. By learning CPR, you gain the ability to be a lifesaver in critical situations.
HOW DO I LEARN CPR OR UPDATE MY TRAINING?
Contact your Regional Human Resources Manager for information on obtaining either in-person or online CPR training provided by Adams MultiMedia.
For a limited time, every AMM associate who successfully completes CPR training will receive a $50 gift card for online only training, or $100 for in-person training. A regional drawing for a $250 gift card will also take place once all training has been conducted.
SLS 3000 INSTALLATION
The SLS 3000 installation project, spearheaded by Chris Germann Maintenance Manager Port Charlotte Florida and Tonieshia Nealon Mailroom Manager Port Charlotte Florida, was a significant success. Chris collaborated closely with Randy Seidel and the GIS-NOW team, who were responsible for the teardown and installation. Chris’s dedication ensured that project deadlines were not only met but surpassed, with no details overlooked. Cooper Gouvellis from the Port Charlotte Press assisted with doing some vital prep work which also assisted greatly with the timely installation. The teardown of existing SLS 1000 began on July 17th, and the SLS 3000 installation was completed and undergoing testing by July 24th.
Chris and Tonieshia quickly mastered the setup and operation of the new machine. Tonieshia’s team, consisting of Shy Whitney, Noah Whitney, Loretta May, and Sheila Spriggs, also played a crucial role in testing and getting the machine running as quickly as we did.
This team went above and beyond and worked diligently to assure not one publication deadline was missed during this project. The team continues to refine their skills, leading to more than double the throughput in just a few weeks of operating the SLS 3000. This project was a total team effort and could not have been accomplished without the hard work and dedication of every production team member.
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WOMEN TO WATCH SPEAKER SERIES EASTON 2025
On August 7, 2025, Betsy Griffin, the head of sales for Chesapeake and team executed the first of three Women to Watch Speaker Series events in Easton, Maryland. Women to Watch is a three year journey into highlighting and lifting up women in the workplace.
In a word, Homerun.
Over 60 powerful, highly motivated women joined us to contemplate and share how mindfulness impacts our business and personal life. This women-only event was held at Dover Station, the ancient train stop for Easton reimagined as a rustic art collection and event space, where we nibbled on great food from The Ivy, took free headshots, and participated in a “zentangle” exercise to open our minds to the possibilities. Our sponsors- For All Seasons, Easton Utilities, Cutts and Case, and Qlarant shared a few thoughts and provided financial support.
The discussion was moderated by Casandra Vanhooser, the head of economic development in Talbot County. She managed a panel of four women from a broad range of businesses: Amber McGinnis, Executive Director of the Chesapeake College Foundation; Shania Gregory, Branch Executive DIrector of the the Easton Family YMCA; Morgan Foster, attorney and CEO of the Pivot Process; and, Anne Altvater, owner and group facilitator for Campbell’s Lane Farm. They were funny, honest, raw, engaging, and just created a great energy.
Our attendance was double what it had been in the past and we had the opportunity to share our theme for 2026- mentoring women for personal and professional success. Also this year’s panel is tasked with picking their replacement for next year.
EASTON, MARYLAND
I was very proud of what we accomplished today, hats off to everyone who participated and helped. From Acie and Mike building a stage at the last moment, to Robert and David playing parking attendants, to Jim helping me schlep coffee from two blocks away, to Meredith with the technology impact (yes, we will put it up on our youtube channel), to Donna ringing the bell to get everyone
seated to Shania and Vicki and Jo Ann helping with registration and welcome. Really appreciate Konnor shooting pics too and Wendy attending for the newsroom. A great group effort.
Just awesome and really the gold standard for efficiency and execution. And we even made the Interfaith Shelter happy with the leftover food.
Very proud of the work that was done and to be part of this great team.
DAILY POST-ATHENIAN
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DPA’s advertising staff at the 2025 Best of the Best Awards in Athens. The staff sold $94,000 into this year’s Best of the Best, crushing their goal. Over 400 people attended the event.
LEFT TO RIGHT: Tina Huckabey, Angela Alvarez, Trey Fowler, Rebecca Hjulberg and Kelly Gentry
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TELEGRAM ALUMNI AND FRIENDS RAISED NEARLY $15,000
ROCKY MOUNT TELEGRAM
A small group of Telegram alumni and friends raised nearly $15,000 to install a bench honoring the paper’s editors and to start a scholarship at the local community college to keep the dream of local journalism alive.
Both projects celebrate the paper’s past and celebrate the lives of the two previous editors who both died of cancer in 2019 and 2023 respectively. The newspaper has been in existence for 114 years and has had 14 editors leading its newsroom operations in those 114 years. The bench is a memorial to those editors. The scholarship is fully endowed and will live on in perpetuity. It’s set aside for community college students who express an interest in journalism, communication or creative writing.
GWEN DAVIS
ROCKY MOUNT TELEGRAM
Gwen Davis has been with the Rocky Mount Telegram for 45 years.
We interviewed her about her years with the newspaper and how much has changed in the last four decades in the newspaper industry. One thing that hasn’t changed: the people and the paper have always felt like family since her days as a part-time customer service representative to today where she oversees HR operations for 36 newspapers in three states (North Carolina, Tennessee and Florida).
How does she do it? With “heart, integrity and a spirit that lifts everyone around her” as Telegram publisher Kyle Stephens so aptly put it.
FRONT LINE, LEFT TO RIGHT: Ronald Dupont, Karen Sanders, Joanne Hackney, Laureen Martel, Suzanne White, Celeste Tobey, Lisa Fowler, Tracy Weikel, Amy Hall, Sofia Tchoukreeva, Wayne Ordiway, Cynthia Acevedo, Jason Santore, Danielle Sellers
BACK LINE, LEFT TO RIGHT: Chad Zander, Kirk
Friederick, Alfred Kahn, Michael Martoccia, Amy Honoosic, Scott Lawson, Nick Monico, Mark Adams, Jim Normandin, Glen Nickerson, Mitchell Lynch
FLORIDA MEDIA CONFERENCE 2025 RECAP
AMM FLORIDA
We were honored to serve as the Host Newspaper Sponsor at the 2025 Florida Media Conference — a meaningful opportunity to support the important work happening across our industry.
We were proudly joined by our COO Nick Monico and our President & CEO Mark Adams, making this event even more special. What an honor to represent our team and mission at such a respected gathering of media professionals.
It was a true pleasure to reconnect with so many partners we work closely with and to meet new faces who share our passion for storytelling, innovation, and community impact.
Attendees visited our booth — fondly referred to as “The Island” — where we showcased the full scope of our services, from Design to Distribution and everything in between. It was a great opportunity to highlight how we support our partners through every stage of the publishing process.
We were proud to share our powerful Impact Report, filled with stories that reflect the heart of our mission, and offered a commemorative coin as a small thank-you to those who stopped by.
We truly appreciated the meaningful conversations and valuable connections—and we’re already looking ahead to next year’s conference with excitement!
INFORMATION ABOUT AWARD-
The Venice Gondolier has once again been named Florida’s best community newspaper by the Florida Press Association. The award was presented to the newspaper this month at the FPA State Convention at Sunseeker Resort in Charlotte Harbor, Fla. The Gondolier has achieved the top ranking in 21 of the past 25 years. The ranking is based upon how well the Gondolier does across 50 categories that look at photography, writing, design, digital and more. Only one newspaper has been a finalist in at least 30 of the 50 categories. The Gondolier achieved that in 2018 and then again this year. The Daily Sun was also honored with many awards in its division at the Florida Society of News Editors’ annual contest, showcasing the strength and dedication of its journalism team.
Chloe Nelson, Bob Mudge, Ronald Dupont, Kim Cool, Scott Lawson, Elaine Allen-Emrich, Daniel Finton, Ethan Moss, Glen Nickerson Patrick Obley
CPR TRAINING
THE DAILY TIMES
The Daily Times in Maryville, TN was the first to kick off the new CPR Training event for Adams MultiMedia. Safety Director, Jeff Rowton said, “I’m always glad to be able to provide this much needed service for everyone.”
PROMOTION
DAILY POST-ATHENIAN AND THE ADVOCATE & DEMOCRAT
With Trey’s transition, we are pleased to announce the promotion of Sharon Livingston to Selling Sales Supervisor of the Daily Post-Athenian and the Advocate & Democrat.
Sharon is a 26-year veteran of the Advocate & Democrat and has worked in every area of the Advertising Department. She was an early adopter of our digital transformation and among the first in the company to successfully sell across our digital portfolio.
Trey Fowler - Digital Director North Region TN/NC/VA
Trey Fowler will transition to the role of Digital Director. This will include Greeneville, Newport, Rogersville, High Country, and Mt Airy markets. He is a lifer in the newspaper business. Fowler is a graduate of the journalism school at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
His career has been focused on digital advertising revenue for 12 years, including stints with Adams MultiMedia, Lee Enterprises, and The Duke Chronicle, where he has risen from an ad representative to Ad Director and General Manager. As
Sharon brings enthusiasm, experience, and a collaborative spirit to everything she does. She earned the All-Star award in 2022 as an MMAE and has strong community ties, including six years of service on the Monroe County Chamber of Commerce board and graduation from Leadership Monroe.
Sharon has also played a key role in developing and
the General Manager of the Daily Post Athenian, and Advocate and Democrat, Fowler’s first full year in Athens saw a 261 increase in digital revenue over the previous year. He was recognized as sales leader of the year for the region in 2024.
Trey has consistently demonstrated strong leadership, innovation, and performance in the digital space. In his new role, Trey will elevate our digital footprint by expanding his reach across multiple markets. Trey will have a blended focus on partnership selling with local representatives and proactive new business development.
mentoring new hires.
These changes are effective immediately and reflect our commitment to fostering strong leadership development while positioning our organization for continued growth in the digital marketplace. These changes will complement the expanded role *Wendy Bretz *now holds, as she will continue in the Digital Director role for the Tennessee Valley, in addition to her new AAM East Region duties.
SHARON LIVINGSTON
WENDY BRETZ
TREY FOWLER
AMM EAST
SMITH HONORED WITH MEDIA REPRESENTATIVE OF THE YEAR AWARD
MOUNT AIRY NEWS
Cory Smith, sports editor of the Mount Airy News, was named the winner of the Tim Stevens Media Representative of the Year Award by the North Carolina High School Athletic Association.
The Tim Stevens Award is presented annually to “the media representative contributing the most to high school athletics,” as stated by the athletic association. Smith was recognized at the North Carolina High School Athletic Association Awards Ceremony on June 18.
Smith attended UNC-Chapel Hill and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in media and journalism, with a broadcast and electronic communication concentration and a bachelor’s degree in communication studies, with a performance studies concentration, and a minor in history.
Smith joined the Mount Airy News in 2017 as a sports reporter before being promoted to sports editor three years later. He has won nine NC Press Association awards during his tenure as sports editor. He also finished second in Sports Writing and third in Multimedia in recent company-wide competitions held by Adams MultiMedia — which featured entries from more than 125 publications across 18 states.
During his time with The Mount Airy News, Smith has covered 16 state championship teams, 10 state runner-up teams and 64 individual state champions across Surry County. He has also covered numerous college games including the NCAA women’s soccer national championship, NCAA baseball regionals and super regionals, and multiple ACC football games.
“I was thrilled to learn of Cory’s recognition by the North Carolina High School Athletic Association,” said John Peters, Mount Airy News editor and regional editor for Adams MultiMedia, The News parent
company. “Since his first day on the job here in 2017, Cory has been absolutely committed to giving the best coverage possible to local high school teams, their athletes and coaches. He was well-deserving of this honor.”
Smith’s career in journalism began at UNC. He reported on Carolina football and men’s basketball as an intern with 247Sports, which included coverage of the football team’s ACC Coastal Division Championship and the basketball team’s road to the 2016 NCAA National Championship game. He was also part of Carolina Week — a live weekly show produced by the UNC School of Media and Journalism — produced content through UNC Student Television and served as a teaching assistant in the Department of Communication Studies.
Before joining The News, Smith traveled to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, with the UNC School of Media and Journalism to serve as a reporter at the 2016 Summer Olympics. He worked alongside seasoned journalists to publish quotes and stories for the Olympic News Service, then that content was made available to news organizations worldwide.
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TRAINING SESSIONS
The use of AI
BY ELI WOHLENHAUS
In early July, I had the opportunity to present to members of the editorial staff of AMM East Central Minnesota on the ethics and best practices of artificial intelligence programs. With the help of Traci Bauer, Bill Albrecht and Keith Anderson, we planned three training sessions where I demonstrated different AI softwares and how they could be applied in a newsroom.
Without a doubt, this was a massive success. The editors and reporters who attended came with just the right amount of skepticism and open-mindedness. It led to very fruitful discussions, filled with awe and criticism, which is exactly what I wanted.
This process began over a year ago and has involved a number of talented editors putting time and energy into understanding the role of AI in our industry. Through trial and error over the course of the last 12+ months, we have been able to determine which programs can do which key tasks that have helped numerous newsrooms become more efficient. For example, whether it is a police report, hand-written letter to the editor, real estate transfers or a PDF event flyer sent in from a local nonprofit, so much time is being spent by editors formatting those items to fit for the website and print. With the help of AI programs like Claude and ChatGPT (which have been our two most common programs used), we have been able to reduce some of these tasks from 30 minutes to 30 seconds or less.
From my perspective, what made this trip to Minnesota work was being there in person. The ability to engage with your colleagues while relating to one another through shared experiences was
incredibly beneficial and rewarding. It made it personal and more progress was made in these 3-hour sessions than would have been made if we spent several hours over a few months.
Over the last 12 months as we have dug deeper into the capabilities of artificial intelligence, we have learned so much. Yet, a lot continues to change and evolve. Having spent time in training with the Poynter Institute, the Associated Press, Online News Association and the Knight Center for Journalism, I can attest to that.
Adams MultiMedia has some of the smartest and most talented journalists I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. Over the past year, Mike Siscoe, Teddy Feinberg and Matt Milner have done a lot of hard work to gain insight into a lot of different programs and their knowledge and application of AI in the newsroom has been remarkable. These are truly brilliant people and one of the most exciting parts about that trip to East Central Minnesota is I left knowing we just added more than two dozen smart and savvy minds to our ongoing research into AI.
I was so grateful for the opportunity to lead these sessions and left feeling even more appreciative of what we are doing at Adams. I am encouraged by our hardworking editors and reporters across the country and am excited to keep pushing forward in this space where, from what I have seen, we as a company are pioneers.
A special thanks to AMM ECM Regional President Bill Albrecht and AMM ECM News Director Keith Anderson for pushing this forward and hosting me. Huge thanks to Traci Bauer for continuing to press the importance of evolving with the times and recommending me for this opportunity.
Thank you to Travis Quast who bravely joined our editorial AI research committee and has helped shape our efforts through his own research as well as sharing valuable perspectives from outside the newsroom. And finally, thanks to AMM Chesapeake Regional President Orestes Baez and Executive Editor Jim Johnson for supporting and encouraging loaning me out the East Central Minnesota.
July was a great time to visit!
AMM CENTRAL 50TH LUMBERJACK WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
SAWYER COUNTY RECORD
The Sawyer County Record in Hayward, Wisconsin, wrapped up coverage of the 50th Lumberjack World Championships. There were entrants from more than a dozen countries. It’s the second international event in the small town each year with the American Birkebeiner coming in February.
NEW JOURNALISTS WELCOMED
A pair of new reporting faces were welcomed in August to the team at Adams MultiMedia of East Central Minnesota.
Lila Swedzinski is a recent graduate of the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. She will be covering various beats for Anoka County UnionHerald and Blaine-Spring Lake ParkColumbia Heights-Fridley Life.
Swedzinski said she’s always been curious and observant. “I quickly adopted the fundamental values of journalism: truth, accuracy, relevance, fairness and public service. Ethical reporting and amplifying unheard voices. These are all practices that resonated with me immediately. Over the years, I thought ambition died where fear lived — and I was scared often. Now, I understand that sometimes fear can be an indicator of what’s most important to me. By that logic, ambition is a choice I have to make — a choice to do the things I am most afraid of but most riveted by.”
Swedzinski said she looks forward to writing about the people and places of Anoka County. “I am thrilled to learn more about this community and to help others do the same.”
Anya Capistrant-Kinney is a May 2025 graduate of the University of St. Thomas and will be working as a community editor at Crow River News. “My obsession with pop culture as a teenager led me to journalism school in St. Paul; you can probably guess the rest.”
Her work in journalism has taken her from magazine factchecking to teaching journalism to high schoolers for a nonprofit. “I’ve covered everything from elections, opera and the pope to athletes and food.”
She’s worked with about every journalistic medium—video, photo, magazines, online news— except newspapers, “which makes this new venture both scary and exciting at the same time.”
Swedzinski and Capistrant-Kinney started their new careers with AMM of East Central Minnesota in August.
GOLF DAY IN EAU CLAIRE
LEADER-TELEGRAM
On August 4th, the Leader-Telegram/APG/AMM were a corporate sponsor for Golf Day in Eau Claire, an outing that featured simultaneous outings at both the Eau Claire Golf & Country Club AND Wild Ridge Golf & Event Center. It was a great day to connect with area businesses and show our support in the community. One of the prizes that we gave away that day was a $200 gift card from Kwik Trip!
LILA SWEDZINSKI ANYA CAPISTRANT-KINNEY
FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Erin Brunke, Natalia Nunez, Jenna Bauch and Alica Rodgers.
AMM CENTRAL
180TH ANNIVERSARY
JANESVILLE GAZETTE
SOUTHERN MN
Former Northfield News Associate Editor Pamela Thompson retired at the end of 2024 and made a long journey to live abroad with her husband in Portugal. Pam has since been writing a monthly column for us, in which she shares experiences from her new life in Europe. It has allowed a popular editor in our Northfield community to stay connected with readers there, while not taking space away from our new reporter in the community. The column, titled “An Expat’s Experience,” is fun and engaging. Pam has so far shared her experiences in Porto, Lisbon, Budapest and more.
PAMELA THOMPSON
Former Northfield News Associate Editor
VOLUNTEERS NORTH 65 CHAMBER’S GOLF TOURNAMENT
Cindy Collins and Tonya Orbeck volunteered in the heat at the North 65 Chamber’s golf tournament on July 28. The North 65 Chamber covers the Cambridge and Isanti, MN area.
Cindy is a Multi Media Account Executive for ECM’s North Region while Tonya is the General Manager. Although the weather was hot, there was great networking done on the course.
CONGRATS AUGUST WINNER!
ANDREA GRABENSTEIN
REPORTER AT BAY TIMES RECORD OBSERVER
The Question Was: What is the name of the battle that is commemorated on Cinco DeMayo?
The Answer Was: The Battle of Pueblo
AMM MONTANA NEWSPAPERS
SHINE AT STATE CONTEST
AMM WEST
Adams MultiMedia newspapers from Montana had a great showing at the annual Better Newspaper Contest held June 14 in Butte.
Award winners were announced during the final night of the 140th annual convention.
In all, Montana AMM locations brought home 97 awards, including 35 first-place plaques.
The Lewistown News-Argus captured 19 awards, including nine first-place honors. Will Briggs led the way with six plaques. The News-Argus also earned the coveted General Excellence award for top newspaper in its division.
The Dillon Tribune also had a strong showing, winning 23 awards, including seven first-place plaques.
The Belgrade News won 15 awards, including seven first-place honors, five of them won by veteran reporter Dan Chesnet.
One of Adams’ smallest newspapers in Montana, the Judith Basin Press, had a big night at the convention, winning eight awards, four of which were first-place awards for editor Melody Montgomery.
Other Adams MultiMedia award winners in Montana included:
Glendive Ranger-Review: 6 awards, 3 first place
Stillwater County News: 6 awards, 1 first place
Miles City Star: 4 awards, 2 first place
Big Timber Pioneer: 4 awards, 2 first place
Livingston Enterprise: 3 awards, 2 first place
Laurel Outlook: 4 awards
Big Horn County News: 2 awards
Carbon County News: 1 award
Bozeman Daily Chronicle: 1 award
Terry Tribune: 1 award
Adams MultiMedia was well represented at the Montana newspaper contest in Butte on June 14. Shown here from left are Jacques Rutten, Andy Daugherty, Cindy Sease, Casey Elliott, J.P. Plutt and grand-daughter, Jamie Crisafulli, Hunter Herbaugh, Mark Dobie, Brendan Heidner, John Carroll and Dan Astin.
BRIAN DOANE NAMED
AMM REGIONAL PRESIDENT FOR WYOMING
Adams MultiMedia made Brian Doane the company’s new regional president for Wyoming, effective July 1.
Doane came to Wyoming in December 2023 to serve as regional advertising director for AMM’s Wyoming publications, which include the Wyoming Tribune Eagle, Laramie Boomerang, Rawlins Times and (Rock Springs) Rocket Miner.
In December 2024, he was promoted to vice president of sales for Wyoming. Since February, he has served as publisher for those same publications, leading a team of hardworking, dedicated journalists, advertising sales, production and commercial printing staff members.
Prior to his move to the Cowboy State, he served as advertising team leader for the Democrat and Chronicle in Rochester, New York.
“Having spent the last 18 months in Wyoming, there’s no place I’d rather be,” said Doane, who now calls Cheyenne home. “I’m excited for the opportunity to lead this amazing team of professionals for many years to come.”
Doane has been involved in the newspaper industry for well over 25 years, gaining experience in sales, budgeting,
AMM’S WYOMING PUBLICATIONS
CHEYENNE FRONTIER DAYS RODEO PHOTO GOES INTERNATIONAL
WYOMING TRIBUNE EAGLE
A photograph by Wyoming Tribune Eagle photojournalist Milo Gladstein of a bareback rider competing during the 129th anniversary Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo went international, thanks to distribution by the Associated Press.
The image of Kade Sonnier of Carencro, Louisiana, holding on tightly during the 8-second ride was picked up by the Guardian and Sunday Times in England as part of photo galleries showcasing the best images from around the world.
WTE Managing Editor Brian Martin said, “We are incredibly proud of the work done by Milo and our entire WTE newsroom team during the annual ‘Daddy of ‘em All,’ and we look forward to seeing this image and some of the other journalism produced during that 10-day stretch honored in state, regional and national contests in the year to come.”
The photograph was published as one of the eight full-page commemorative posters included in the Frontier Daily wraparound sections printed between July 16 and July 26.
Kade Sonnier from Carencro, La., competes in bareback riding during the 129th anniversary Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, in Frontier Park Arena in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Sonnier won the day with a score of 89.
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