APG Newsletter August 2018

ASSOCIATE NEWSLETTER

Hummingbird feeding on an Ocotillo Cactus Flower – Photo by Jay Sammon, Eau Claire Press

AUGUST 2018

CONTENTS

SHARE YOUR AMAZING PHOTOGRAPHY SKILLS! Did you take a photo that you love for an article, a project you are working on, or from your last adventure? Send your image with a description to AskHR@adamspg.com and it may be featured in the next newsletter.

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AUGUST 2018 NEWSLETTER

APG East

APG Central

APG West

Human Resources

PHOTO OF THE YEAR, FREEDOM OF SPEECH, BEST OF SHOW

GRAND MARSHALL, SLIDE THE CITY, MONOPOLY

BELGRADE NEWS AWARDS, STAFF DIGS IN THE DIRT

HUMAN RESOURCES PORTAL AND INFORMATION

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PRESIDENT’S CORNER Hello, APG Associates …

There’s a ton of news in this month’s newsletter! Thanks to all of the contributors for keeping us all up to date on the many happenings inside and outside of APG. I encourage all of you to supply routinely your news, events and happenings to the HR staff, so that those happenings can be incorporated into the newsletter each month. A bit of bragging goes a long way!

There’s a lot happening in our industry right now. Tariffs on newsprint are hurting all publishers – both large and small. Many are worried that the effect on independent, single-title publishers may be severe, as many of them operate already with slim margins and may have difficulty securing inventory. Our partners at PAGE, NMA, and many other industry groups are actively trying to remedy the situation. More to come on this for sure.

Newspapers continue to change hands at a record pace in 2018. Though many buyers are large, public companies, family buyers like us have continued to show faith in the future of community newspapers. Smaller family publishers continue to face headwinds, as many of them lack the scale necessary to compete in today’s evolving media world. This creates an opportunity for APG as a buyer, and we much prefer to buy from families who have historically valued the vital relationship between local newspapers and the communities they serve. We’ll keep you posted as we continue to welcome new Associates into the APG family.

I hope you enjoy the August newsletter and that you have a great rest of your summer!

Until next month …

Mark Adams 3

HEALTH & WELLNESS

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See a complete list of conditions and care offered on the DOD website at www.doctorondemand.com (associates must register with BCBSMN first before registering with Doctor On Demand).

Mental Health treatment is also available Monday – Doctor On Demand treats allergies, back pain, Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM in any time zone. bronchitis, pneumonia, colds, coughs, congestion, conjunctivitis, headache, migraine, influenza, rashes, skin conditions, sinus infections, vomiting, diarrhea and much more.

See a complete list of conditions and care offered on the website at doctorondemand.com.

NEED HELP FILLING PRESCRIPTIONS? Remember, with the High Deductible Health Plan, there are still prescription medications that are free to Associates to treat chronic conditions such as high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol, thyroid etc. If a prescription is not on the list and you need help paying,

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Questions? Need additional resources?

Contact AskHR@adamspg.com

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SAFETY

WHEN LIGHTNING STRIKES JEFF ROWTON, SAFETY MANAGER While enjoying a weekend of hiking in the Southern Appalachian Mountains, a weak thunderstorm popped up, producing light, intermittent rain and distant thunder and lightning. We were walking across an exposed grassy ridgeline and decided to wait out the storm in a dry area under a cluster of spruce trees several hundred yards off the highest point. It was over before we knew it. Very nearby, there was simultaneously a very bright flash of white light, an explosive sound and blast wave, and an intense electrical charge shot through our bodies. We had just experienced an indirect lightning strike as the charge dissipated though the ground (and us), which brings us to…

LIGHTNING SAFETY TIPS

RECOMMENDATIONS FROM NOAA AND THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

• NO PLACE outside is safe when thunderstorms are in your area!

• If you hear thunder, lightning is close enough to strike you.

• When you hear thunder, immediately move to safe shelter: a substantial building with electricity or plumbing or an enclosed metal-topped vehicle with windows up.

STAY AWAY FROM WINDOWS

• Stay in safe shelter at least 30 minutes after you hear the last sound of thunder.

INDOOR LIGHTNING SAFETY

• Stay off corded phones, computers and other electrical equipment that put you in direct contact with electricity.

• Avoid plumbing, including sinks, baths and faucets.

• Stay away from windows and doors and stay off porches.

• Do not lie on concrete floors and

don’t lean against concrete walls.

OUTDOOR LIGHTNING SAFETY

• Immediately get off elevated areas such as hills, mountain ridges or peaks.

AVOID ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

• Never lie flat on the ground (Duly

noted!) The best position is a low crouch hugging your body into your knees. It may be little uncomfortable, but it keeps your heart, lungs, and brain away from the ground.

UNPLUG APPLIANCES

• Never shelter under an isolated tree.

Forested areas are good. Stay low.

Don’t come in contact with trees.

• Never use a cliff or rocky overhang for shelter.

• Immediately get out of, and away from, bodies of water.

DO NOT BATHE

• Stay away from objects that conduct electricity (barbed wire or chain linked fences, power lines, etc.)

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DEALING WITH THE STRESS OF CHANGE CHANGE MANAGEMENT With all the changes going on, it’s important to take a step back and remind ourselves that “there are no other options but to change” and to remember the tips to changing successfully. We’ve compiled a few short videos that remind us why we are changing, how people react to change, and tips on leading changes within our organization.

Check them out at hr.adamspg.com/change

WHAT IS CHANGE MANAGEMENT? TRAINING VIDEO

A BRIEF INTRODUCTION TO CHANGE MANAGEMENT

A good introduction to change management with tips explaining why we need to change.

A more “academic” look at change.

THE NEW APG WEBSITE IS LIVE ABOUT US | OUR PRODUCTS | OUR MARKETS | CAREERS

CHECK OUT THE NEW WEBSITE AT ADAMSPG.COM SEND YOUR THOUGHTS AND SUGGESTIONS TO FEEDBACK@ADAMSPG.COM. 6

RESOURCES A MINUTE WITH MARK ADAMS: What is the big picture at APG?

DO YOU DEAL WITH

WORK JERKS?

Watch this month’s video: hr.adamspg.com/minute Submit your question: AskMark@adamspg.com

Just about every company has a Work Jerk. You know the type… the drama queen, the suck-up, the gossiper, the know-it-all. Whatever grotesque form your Work Jerk (WJ) comes in, they can cause major headaches in your workplace and in your emotional state.

Here’s a few ideas for how to deal with WJ’s and alleviate some of the stress in your job:

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What is the big picture at APG?

ANTICIPATE AND BE PREPARED

If WJ’s are anything, they’re fairly predictable.

Although you may not always be able to predict the exact details of each drama they create, you can predict the theme. Jennifer Gruenemay says “When you’re unprepared, you’re likely to react instinctively to your anger and annoyance with childish behavior that accomplishes nothing. This will only succeed in making a bad situation worse.”

A good tip is to practice how you will respond before the inevitable dramatic scene that will play out in your workplace.

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DON’T REINFORCE BAD BEHAVIOR

WJ’s are fueled when you engage in the chaos they cause. When you jump into the fray, you’re coming down to the WJ’s level, and to be honest, you’re probably outmatched at their own game. Instead, don’t react to the emotions WJ’s bring to the situation.

Simply say “I guess we’ll just have to agree to disagree”, or “We can’t seem to agree, so let’s let (insert your supervisor’s name here) decide.” When a third party is involved, it will take you out of the line of fire until the next scene arises.

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DON’T TAKE IT PERSONALLY

WJ’s are often the way they are because of something unrelated, like an unresolved personal issue or undeveloped social skills or personal insecurity.

So when WJ’s try to cause chaos, remember that it’s probably more about them than about you. Respond in a soft and even tone with something like “I’m sorry you feel that way. What did I do to make you feel like I was being critical of you?”

Your calmness and lack of emotion will catch the WJ off guard and, quite possibly, diffuse the situation.

Every WJ is different, so each will be handled differently. However, here’s a few tips to avoid escalation: Avoid “you” statements

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Avoid emotion

Avoid sarcasm

Avoid defensiveness

Avoid engagement

If these tips don’t work, try to remove yourself from the WJ as much as possible. If your co-workers are going to lunch and the WJ is going, gracefully bow out. Politely excuse yourself from discussions with which the WJ gets involved. When you have to interact, make it short and sweet. Remember, don’t engage… get in, get out, and move on.

Remember, the only power that a difficult, demanding or even impossible co-worker has over you is the power you give them by your reaction to the chaos they create. You can take the power away by controlling how you react and respond to their workplace antics.

Adapted from: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/high-octane-women/201107/coworkers-hell

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APG EAST

PHOTO OF THE YEAR

JOY KIMBROUGH AWARDED 2017 ASSOCIATED PRESS “PHOTO OF THE YEAR” Joy Kimbrough, an 18year veteran photographer with The Daily Times in Maryville, Tennessee, has won the 2017 Associated Press “Photo of the Year” for Tennessee, the news cooperative announced in Franklin in mid-July.

going to happen.”

The AP presented her with the “Photo of the Year” award at the Tennessee Press Association’s summer convention and awards banquet.

The Maryville native, who now lives in Knoxville, holds an associate’s degree from Pellissippi State Community College and is a 1995 graduate of William Blount High School.

Kimbrough, 41, won for a photo of Lee Radford, JOY KIMBROUGH whose teenage son, Caleb, had been murdered. Kimbrough captured Her husband, John, is an ex-Marine who the father erupting in the courtroom as the now works at Y-12 in Oakridge, Tennessee. four defendants were led inside.

Charges have been dismissed against two “He was upset that all four of the defendants of the defendants, while the other pair face were in court. His emotions just got ahold first-degree murder charges in the July of him. Emotions were high that day,” stabbing death of Radford in an alleged Kimbrough said. “You could cut the tension drug deal gone bad. with a knife. You could tell something was

STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL In May, The Herald-News in Dayton, Tennessee, participated in the 2018 Tennessee Strawberry Festival. The week-long annual event draws thousands of people to downtown Dayton, and includes a parade, carnival, live entertainment, strawberry pie and baking contest and much more!

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ACTIVE SHOOTER TRAINING AT THE STAR DEMOCRAT In light of the recent shootings at the Annapolis, Maryland Capital Gazette, APG Chesapeake immediately worked with local law enforcement to offer active shooting training to staff at the various offices in the region. The attached photos are from the session held at The Star Democrat, which had over 40 attendees.

APG EAST

RED, WHITE, & BLUE THE DAILY POST-ATHENIAN

CELEBRATING FREEDOM OF SPEECH The staff at The Daily Post-Athenian, in Athens, Tennessee, dressed in their best red, white & blue. They did this on July 3 to celebrate our freedoms, especially the right to free speech.

FRONT (L-R): Michelle Schumacher, Ashley Copeland, Julia Pressley, LeAnne Malloy, and Brooke Buckner. BACK (L-R): Patricia McKenzie, Sheila Watson, Kim Goslin, Jeff Schumacher, Tina Huckabey, Christina Jaeger and Doris Sylvester.

1ST ANNUAL MOUNT AIRY “BEST OF PREPS” The first annual Mount Airy Region Best of Preps event was held in late May, and was a huge success. Area student-athletes from across five counties were honored with awards presented by the sports departments of The Mount Airy News, The Carroll News, The Stokes News, The Tribune and The Yadkin Ripple (John Cate, Cory Smith, Robert Money, Kristian Russell and Allen Worrell made the nominations.) Sponsors were pleased to be associated with the new honors, and the event enjoyed a capacity crowd for the award presentations.

FRONT (L-R): Kim Thompson, Pat Weber, Lisa Hicks and Ina Achilles. BACK (L-R): Dewey Morgan, Andy Brusseau, Matthew Crabtree, Michelle Barker, Tim Hutsell and Jeff Schumacher.

BEST OF SHOW! “Out of 634 competing entries statewide, The Herald-News, in Dayton, Tennessee, recently won “Best of Show” at the Tennessee Press Association Summer Convention for its 2017 special section “How to Cook a Turkey.” In this section, we ask third-graders in our local schools to tell us how they think a turkey should be cooked for Thanksgiving. The annual Thanksgiving special section also won first place in the “Special Section Division.”

CONGRATULATIONS MONICA NIEPORTE FOR 25 YEARS! Monica Nieporte recently celebrated her 25th anniversary at The Athens Messenger, in Athens, Ohio.

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APG CENTRAL

Pictured are Isanti County News Sports Reporter Mike Bleninger; Reporter Noelle Olson; Reporter Tiffany Kafer; and Editor Rachel Kytonen.

GRAND MARSHALL SUE BECKMAN ISANTI (MINNESOTA) COUNTY NEWS The 2018 Isanti Rodeo Jubilee Days kicked off on July 5 with the Isanti Rodeo Jubilee Days Parade.

The Grand Marshal of this year’s parade was Sue Beckman, who has been employed as a sales associate for the Scotsman and Isanti County News (APG of East Central Minnesota) for 38 years.

“I’m honored to have been chosen as the Grand Marshal and to have been a part of this great event (Jubilee Days) for over 25 years,” Beckman said.

Beckman has been part of the North 65 Chamber of Commerce (formerly the Isanti Chamber of Commerce) since 1995. She served on the chamber board for a few years before being named president in 2000.

“I became involved with the chamber after hearing what a great organization it was from the businesses I worked with and general members of the community,” Beckman said.

While Beckman is no longer a member of the chamber board, she stays active with the chamber by volunteering on the annual Spring Fling committee, a committee she also previously chaired for five years, and has been serving as chairperson of the Jubilee Days Kid’s Day activities for at least 15 years. For many years she also served as chairperson of the Jubilee Days pig roast.

Beckman has always made the Rodeo Jubilee Days an annual event to attend.

“I encourage others to get involved with Rodeo Jubilee Days by volunteering and attending all the wonderful events,” Beckman said.

“The biggest reward for me has always been seeing kids having a great time at all our free events on Saturday. I wish to also give thanks to a generous group of sponsors who pay for all the fun activities throughout the day.”

On behalf of all of us at APG and the Scotsman and Isanti County News, congratulations Sue!

THE ST. PETER HERALD – REMEMBERING THE GREAT TORNADO, 20 YEARS AGO Tornadoes in March are generally an uncommon occurrence in Minnesota, but this was not the case 20 years ago when at 5:30 p.m. on March 29, 1998, an F3 twister touched down in St. Peter, wreaking havoc in the idyllic college town. Luckily, students at Gustavus Adolphus College were on spring break when their campus was destroyed. Minutes later, the tornado, now classified at F2, touched down in LeCenter. Thankfully, while damage totals were in the millions of dollars, no human lives were lost as a result of Mother Nature’s wrath, shown in these two storms (there were more than 14 tornadoes reported in southern Minnesota that day).

To mark this devastating anniversary, the St. Peter Herald published a special section highlighting the recovery and rebirth of St. Peter and surrounding communities. Associate Editor Nancy Madsen said extra copies of the anniversary edition disappeared quickly, and that this section “drew more interest than any other in recent years.”

Customer Service Representative Becky Asleson was the first person many residents spoke with when stopping by to collect an extra copy or two. “A middle school teacher took some for his Social Studies class,” she said. “He was thankful to have some local history to talk about with his students who weren’t even alive yet when it happened.” Asleson said residents were eager to share their storm stories, saying they were collecting the extra copies not only as keepsakes, but to send to friends and family members no longer living in the area.

“The local Kiwanis Club collected tornado stories from residents and volunteers, and are also reprinting them for the anniversary,” Madsen said.

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APG CENTRAL

THINKING INSIDE THE BOX

SLIDE THE CITY CHISHOLM TRIBUNE PRESS AND HIBBING DAILY TRIBUNE Slide the City — 1,000-foot water slide returns to Chisholm, Minnesota.

For a second consecutive year, the main street of Chisholm, Minnesota. was transformed into a giant water slide for one summer day.

The event, called “Slide the City,” is a fundraiser for the Chisholm Community Foundation (CCF).

Around 5,000 people attended for the slide’s initial run in 2017. Figures from this year are still being compiled.

The Chisholm Tribune Press and the Hibbing Daily Tribune were among the many sponsors that made this event possible. Staff from the Chisholm Tribune Press volunteered, and staff from the Hibbing Daily Tribune covered the event.

Monopoly – a classic family board game. As a sales promotion, Hibbing Daily Tribune has discovered a way to monopolize on this fan favorite by converting the board’s properties to favorite locales in the community. They have teamed up with a marketing company that will design and manufacture the contents of the game to your local preferences.

All properties, game cards and game money can be printed with the logos of your choice. Selling spots on the board started this week and within 36 hours, all the spots were sold, as well as a large quantity of presold games. This was a huge success for our sales department and we are looking forward to the game’s delivery in November.

FRIDAYS ON THE PLAZA WYOMING TRIBUNE EAGLE The Wyoming Tribune Eagle, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, kicked off its annual Fridays on the Plaza concert series on June 1. The 14 week series is every Friday night during the summer months on the city’s Depot Plaza in the heart of downtown Cheyenne. The venue offers plenty of room for sponsors, vendors, beer, food and the hundreds of people that attend each Friday night.

Two bands perform each Friday, a local opener, and then a larger, more well known,

regional touring band. Everyone will find something to their liking whether it’s rock, country, folk, bluegrass, soul, covers or original music. Many locals look forward each year to some of the returning favorites such as Boogie Machine, a cover band out of Colorado that performs 70s tribute disco hits.

So if you are ever in Cheyenne on a Friday night during the summer, stop by the Plaza and enjoy some great music, cold beer, and a rockin’ good time!

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APG WEST

THE BELGRADE NEWS TAKES HOME 28 AWARDS AT ANNUAL EVENT The Belgrade News earned 28 awards in the 133rd Montana Newspaper Association’s Better Newspaper Contest Saturday night, June 16, in Billings. The contest was judged by members of the Oregon Newspaper Association.

The paper took home 10 first-place awards in the Division 3 category, weekly newspapers with circulation of 2,001 – 4,500, for the reporting, photography, advertising and design categories.

The staff of The Belgrade News would like to thank its advertisers and readers for their continued support.

“There have been lots of changes to our little paper over recent years that were outside of our control; but, it’s been our advertisers and our readers that keep us going,” Editor Michael Tucker said. “From all of us at the Belgrade News, we sincerely thank you for the support and encouragement.”

THE BELGRADE NEWS EARNED THE FOLLOWING AWARDS:

FIRST PLACE

SECOND PLACE

THIRD PLACE

BEST LIFESTYLE COVERAGE to Sam Weber BEST EDUCATION STORY to Michael Tucker BEST INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM to Freddy Monares BEST HEADLINE WRITING to Michael Tucker BEST FRONT PAGE to Michael Tucker BEST GRAPHIC to Michael Tucker BEST SPORTS PHOTO to Dan Chesnet BEST SELL/PROMOTE MERCHANDISE AD B/W to George Hoffman & Becky Sheehan BEST SELL/PROMOTE SERVICES AD B/W to George Hoffman & Becky Sheehan BEST SPONSOR PAGE AD to George Hoffman & Becky Sheehan

BEST NEWS STORY to Sam Weber BEST SPORTS STORY to Dan Chesnet BEST FEATURE STORY to Sam Weber BEST FRONT PAGE to Michael Tucker BEST LAYOUT/DESIGN to Michael Tucker BEST GRAPHIC to Michael Tucker BEST SPORTS PHOTO to Dan Chesnet BEST PORTRAIT PHOTO to Freddy Monares BEST SPONSOR PAGE AD to George Hoffman & Becky Sheehan BEST NICHE PUBLICATION to Staff

BEST SPORTS STORY to Dan Chesnet BEST SPORTS FEATURE STORY to Dan Chesnet BEST INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM to Freddy Monares BEST LAYOUT/DESIGN to Michael Tucker BEST SELL/PROMOTE SERVICES AD B/W to George Hoffman & Becky Sheehan BEST SPONSOR PAGE AD to George Hoffman & Becky Sheehan BEST MARKETING CAMPAIGN to George Hoffman & Becky Sheehan BEST NICHE PUBLICATION to Staff

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APG WEST

THE MESSENGER INDEX STAFF ‘DIGS IN THE DIRT’ FOR THE COMMUNITY It was time to call the Gem County Commissioner to ask about taking a photo of the annual Youth Learning Community garden. When we were told there wasn’t going to be a garden this year due to lack of volunteers, the Emmett Messenger Index (Idaho) staff stepped up to the plate.

Volunteering many hours, the MI staff has enjoyed weeding, planting, and teaching some kids about the Youth Learning Community Garden located at the Emmett City Park.

Our staff had the joy to make a garden plan, purchase plants and seeds with donated garden funds, then share with the community what the garden is all about in person and newspaper articles. Many people stopped by to help pull weeds and others rototilled the ground, made a planter, donated plants, soil and seeds.

The garden began with grants from the city’s High Five Community partnership with BlueCross of Idaho and Idaho Power Company, along with donations and volunteers from our community. The goal of the garden projects is to teach the youth about healthier eating alternatives and how to grow those foods in their own gardens.

There have been many opportunities to share about garden nutrition with children gathered in the park for free lunches, curious park walkers, friends and neighbors. Students of all ages help out in the garden by watering, weeding, harvesting and learning how to preserve through freezing, canning and other valuable food preservation processes. Many of the students even get to sample vegetables.

Many senior citizens expressed their desire to work in a garden, so a garden box was built so they could garden while standing. A cement platform was added in front of the garden box to provide wheelchair access.

Our hope is that the community will use the Youth Learning Community Garden to share with others about good nutrition and healthy lifestyles.

Messenger Index staff: GM/Editor Diana Baird, Reporter Del Gray, Sales Representative Jasmine Silva and Office Assistant Stormy Clogston.

SHARE WITH US YOUR COMMUNITY GOODWILL, SUBMIT YOUR PICTURES AND WORK TO ASKHR@ADAMSPG.COM

THE ADAMS FAMILY WANTS TO

CHALLENGE YOU TO GIVE BACK.

We want to challenge each of you to find ways to give back to your community.

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CHECK OUT THE APG HR PORTAL HR.ADAMSPG.COM HR STAFF | BENEFITS CONTACTS | JOB OPENINGS | NEWSLETTERS To help simplify your employment at APG, we have built this employee portal as a resource for you. Inside, you will find quick links and easy access to: human resources staff, benefits contacts, job openings, newsletters and more…

This is a great place to start when you are searching for HR information. Of course, if you can’t find what you are looking for or need additional help, our HR team is always available to assist you. You can find their contact info at hr.adamspg.com/ contact or you can send them a quick message to AskHR@adamspg.com.

LOOKING FOR A DIFFERENT POSITION WITHIN APG? CHECK OUT AVAILABLE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES ON THE HR PORTAL.

AskHR!

Have a question, but don’t know whom to ask? The Human Resources staff is listening! You can always send an email to Ask HR if you have questions or concerns. Emails will be kept confidential and, if we print your question in the APG newsletter, we will not use your name.

Questions may be emailed to AskHR@adamspg.com or sent interoffice to your regional HR representative.

DON’T KNOW WHOM TO CALL? CONTACT HUMAN RESOURCES. JO ANN HOPSON, PHR, SHRM-CP, CEBS

Vice President of Human Resources joann.hopson@adamspg.com 423.620.8771

TOM CLOUTIER

DEB BROOKS

HR Manager – Oregon, Washington, Montana dbrooks@skagitpublishing.com 360.416.2187

CHARLENE VOLD

Talent Acquisition Director for Adams Publishing Group HR Manager – Maryland/Ohio tcloutier@adamspg.com 410.770.4159

Human Resource Coordinator – ECM Publishers, Inc./Southern Minnesota 763.712.2412

PETE PASINI

Payroll/Human Resources Coordinator – Eau Claire, Wisconsin deb.machmeier@ecpc.com 715.833.9233

HR Coordinator – Adams Publishing Group, Idaho/Utah ppasini@idahopress.com 208.465.8102

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RESOURCES

SUBMIT TO YOUR REGIONAL HR REP.

CONGRATULATIONS TO 2 EMPLOYEES WHO HAVE BEEN AWARDED THE APG REFERRAL BONUS FOR NEW HIRES! * Julie Spicer referred Brittany Ringhiser for an outside sales position at the Logan Daily News (APG Ohio). * David Parsons referred Amy Hupp for an outside sales position at Brick Street Marketing (APG Ohio).

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MOVIE NIGHT

MOVIE NIGHT NOW PLAYING: HARRY, HARRY POTTER.

For your chance to be the lucky winner of an APG Swag and Movie Bag, answer the trivia question below correctly:

IN THE HARRY POTTER FILM FRANCHISE, WHAT DOES THE HOGWARTS MOTTO “DRACO DORMIENS NUNQUAM TITILLANDUS” MEAN? All answers should be submitted to AskHR@adamspg.com.

The winner will be drawn on Monday, August 20, 2018.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR JULY WINNER – LAURA LAYMON, FREEHOTELCOUPONS.COM The Question Was: Which James Bond movie was set primarily in Louisiana?

The Answer Was: Live and Let Die *Contents of winner’s prize pack may vary.

DO YOU HAVE A BRIGHT IDEA FOR OUR COMPANY NEWSLETTER?

WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU!

Send your thoughts, suggestions, ideas for future newsletters to AskHR@adamspg.com.

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