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Spring is busting out all over … and so are Press Club of Cleveland events. Check this edition of the Byliner thoroughly and watch your email so Look for your INvitation. you don’t miss great opportunities to meet, network and learn. Register early and often …and share the information Marketing at the Market with friends and colleagues. Press Club, other professional orgs host May 14 super-networking event The high quality of events is due to great programming by members. The Press Club of Cleveland is teaming Federation Cleveland, the Social Media And the great turnout is in part due up with several other regional professional Club, the Web Association, and Sales and to engagement work our members do. associations for a fun evening of connect- Marketing Executives. It will provide a We need your help with both: ing and networking in City. relaxed atmosphere for those interested • Programming: What kind of “Marketing at the Market” will be in the most prominent and active digital, events do you want to attend? How Wednesday, May 14, 2014, from 5-7 p.m. at social media, marketing and PR associa- can you help make one become reality? Market Garden Brewery, 1947 W. 25th St., tions in Cleveland to meet and socialize in Programming Chair Kathleen Osborne Cleveland. a relaxed atmosphere. ([email protected], 216-320-8785) is Hosted by the Business Marketing Come for drinks and hors d’oeuvres, ready to hear your ideas and offer ways Association NEO chapter, the program learn from and about other profession- you can make our programs successful. will bring together members and pro- als, make new business contacts and kick • Engagement: Even professional spective members of The Press Club Spring into high gear. communicators need help communi- along with the American Advertising continued on page 5 > cating, especially in our multi-platform world. Engagement Chair Mary Patton After-work HOF Party and Spring Networking-Plus ([email protected], 216-214-3951) th has lots of ways you can help; please The Press Club of Cleveland’s 7 annual Hall of Fame and Heaton Reunion / After- engage with her. work Party is scheduled for Wednesday, May 21, 2014, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Nighttown Events are made possible by mem- Restaurant, 12387 Cedar Road, Cleveland Heights. bers, and by generous financial sup- The event is free to Press Club members and Hall of Famers (complimentary hors port from our partners. Coca-Cola has d’ouevres and cash bar), $10 to everyone else. You must register online to attend at no just become a Supporting Partner of charge. It’s a great opportunity to celebrate and thank The Cleveland Journalism Hall our All Ohio Excellence in Journalism of Fame honorees and Chuck Heaton Awarded recipients for their years of service and event, and Hospice of the Western journalism to our community. Reserve has become an Event Partner It’s also a great way to meet and greet local media and communications professionals, for the holiday party. They join including one of the oldest – 2013 Hall of Fame inductee Violet Spevack, who at 97 still FirstEnergy Corp., Medical Mutual of writes a column – and one of the newest to town, Mary Lou Brink, the new Plain Dealer Ohio and Hathaway Brown School as business editor. You can also browse the walls at Nighttown, the club’s unofficial home, Press Club partners this year. where plaques honor Hall of Fame inductees since the hall was created in 1981. Know other organizations interested Register at in partnership? See details on Page 8 http://tinyurl.com/HOF7thReunion or contact me. The Press Club of Cleveland offers special thanks to its 2014 Corporate Partners, FirstEnergy and Medical Mutual of Ohio, for making this event possible [email protected]

28022 Osborn Road Cleveland, Ohio 44140 | 440-899-1222 | Fax: 440.899.1010 | www.pressclubcleveland.com 2 The Press Club of Cleveland April/May 2014 Panel explores freelancing On April 10, 2014, Press Club members, guests and a panel of explored “The Editor-Freelancer Relationship: Making it Work.” Press Club member Amanda Hicken wrote about it for PR Newswire’s media blog, “Beyond Bylines.” Her blog post is reprinted below (with permission) and can be found with her other posts at http:// prnewswiremedia.wordpress.com/author/ amandahicken/ The Editor-Freelancer Relationship: 5 Tips for Making It Work Posted on April 16, 2014 By Amanda Hicken Just because a newsroom is forced to cut staff due to tightened budgets doesn’t mean staff members, the panelists echoed the That’s not saying that the panelists don’t story production gets to slide. importance of freelancers in their day- accept pitches from freelancers. The chal- Enter the freelancer. to-day work. Most of the publications lenge for freelancers is being able to stand “Fresh Water Cleveland is 100 per- are 80 percent to nearly 100 percent free- out. cent freelance,” said managing editor Doug lance writers, with the exception of the The panel’s advice boiled down to these Trattner, during a recent Press Club of Cleveland Magazine which is 50 percent to essentials: Cleveland panel. “Including me.” 60 percent. 5 Tips for a Healthy Editor-Freelancer The weekly e-magazine and website is During the panel, the group discussed Relationship managed by Trattner, as well as freelance how they find freelancers and shared valu- 1) Don’t “fake it ’til you make it.” contributors who have proven themselves able advice on working with editors. A freelancer must know the topic over time and now oversee specific beats Editors don’t want new freelancers every and the publication. for Fresh Water. Other freelancers con- week, explained Trattner. Pettigrew is “in the business of creating tribute features, profiles, Q&As, and news Between the paperwork and melding the artifacts” at Alternative Press, not in the about the city of Cleveland and its neigh- writer’s style with that of the media outlet, business of Band X Launches New Album. borhoods. it takes time to bring a new freelancer on When a publication is asking consumers The Press Club panel “The Editor- board. Once you have a good writer, you to drop $6 per month, it needs to demon- Freelancer Relationship: Making it want to work with them repeatedly. strate value. Work” featured Trattner, Alternative Press Because of this, Levesque tends to tap A freelancer who pitches Pettigrew needs Editor-in-Chief Jason Pettigrew, Cleveland health care writer associations to find to be an expert that has the access or abil- Magazine and Inside Business Editor Steve freelancers experienced in writing the ity to dig beyond a band’s publicity bio. If Gleydura, and MedCity Media Director of informational web content and newsletters a freelancer tries to fake it and doesn’t truly Content Marketing Jane Levesque. Adam that MedCity prepares for its clients. understand the topic, readers can tell and Burroughs, assistant managing editor and Pettigrew takes recommendations will call the outlet out. digital managing editor of Smart Business from other freelancers. His readers trust Gleydura stressed the importance of Network, moderated. that Alternative Press‘s writers are fully reading his magazine. “So many times I get Although the other media outlets rep- entrenched in the music scene they’re writ- a pitch for a 700-word feature, when we resented on the panel have some full-time ing about. Freelancers can’t just be familiar haven’t done one in a long time.” Instead, with the music; they must also understand if this is your first pitch, propose a Q&A the culture. or short 400-word piece. Gleydura is more The Cleveland Magazine, on the other likely to take a risk and try you out on hand, develops some of its writers through something short. A publication of its internship program. “Don’t pitch me something we already The Press Club of Cleveland “Not a lot of people still do magazine did,” Trattner added. Freelancers who read journalism the way we do,” explained Fresh Water would understand that it’s an Editor Gleydura. The magazine’s staff can teach urban outlet – don’t pitch a story about the Lee Moran a student intern how they should cover suburbs. [email protected] topics and then give them assignments. And know whom you’re talking to. Associate Editor Outside of the internship program, For instance, Trattner half-joked from Maryana Bradas Gleydura finds freelancers by reading other experience, don’t send him a pitch saying magazines, blogs, and Twitter. continued on page 5 > April/May 2014 The Press Club of Cleveland 3 Medical Mutual of Ohio: Press Club corporate partner “We live here, we work here,” is much more than just a motto at Medical Mutual of Ohio. The Cleveland-based health insur- “Serving and honoring communications ance company, celebrating its 80th year, is professionals since 1887.” Cleveland through and through. Headquartered at East Ninth and Board of Directors Prospect in the heart of the city, Medical tion in Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. The President: Michael E. Bennett Mutual’s headquarters in the historic Rose company also donates thousands of dol- Bennett Consulting Building is home to nearly 2,000 employ- lars in college scholarships to worthy high Vice President: Russ Mitchell ees with an unequalled spirit and dedica- school seniors. WKYC TV tion to improving the quality of life in the Medical Mutual is a big backer of Secretary: Amy McGahan communities the company serves. the business community with its annual Dix & Eaton Employees are making a positive dif- Pillar Awards, which salutes Cleveland Treasurer: Carol Kovach companies committed to giving back to ference in the lives of others by donating Freelance Writer more than 2,500 hours of their time and the community. The company’s “Mutual hundreds of thousands of dollars in sup- Appreciation” customer loyalty program Immediate Past President: Ed Byers port of community causes, such as Make- encourages Medical Mutual’s employees Medical Mutual of Ohio A-Wish, United Way, The American Heart to shop only with businesses that purchase Directors Association, Junior Achievement and health insurance from Medical Mutual. To many others. date, the Mutual Appreciation program has David C. Barnett Not only is Medical Mutual a proud pumped nearly $35 million into the coffers ideastream sponsor of The Press Club of Cleveland, of local businesses, both large and small. Jeff Bendix but it is also a prominent corporate citizen Through its eight decade-long history, Advanstar supporting more than 500 organizations Medical Mutual’s mission, goals and com- John Betchkal throughout Greater Cleveland and all of mitment to its customers have remained Retired GE Ohio. unchanged: to provide excellent products Maryana Bradas Whether you’re watching the Indians, and world-class customer service. Consultant Browns or Cavaliers, you cannot help but While healthcare reform will continue notice that familiar Medical Mutual name to impact us all and bring changes to the Jane Christyson Girl Scouts of NE Ohio at venues everywhere around town. That’s health insurance industry, Medical Mutual because Medical Mutual is “the official will remain a pillar of strength and support Linda Feagler health insurer” of all of our pro sports in our community. Ohio Magazine teams, in addition to the Rock & Roll Hall This article was provided by Press Club Thom Fladung of Fame, Cleveland Museum of Art, and Corporate Partner Medical Mutual of The Plain Dealer most of the institutions of higher educa- Ohio. Dustin Klein Smart Business Network Content Marketing World set for Sept. 8-11 in CLE Lee Moran Press Club members get discount The News-Herald Content Marketing World, the largest content market- Kathleen Osborne ing event on the planet, returns to the Cleveland Convention Hathaway Brown Center Sept. 8-11, 2014. The event is a program of the Content Pat Panchak Marketing Institute, headed by Press Club of Cleveland board member Joe Pulizzi. IndustryWeek It features the best and the brightest in the world of content marketing. An esti- Mary Patton mated 2,500 people from more than 50 countries will be in Cleveland for blockbuster Patton PR speakers, killer sessions and amazing networking opportunities. Oscar award-winning actor Kevin Spacey is the closing keynote speaker. The star Denise Polverine cleveland.com of the critically acclaimed Netflix original series House of Cards will talk about breaking barriers in content distribution and preaching the word of storytelling. Joe Pulizzi Program sessions address issues and challenges for marketing and communica- Content Marketing Institute tions professionals at all levels. There also will an outdoor festival with live music, Tom Skoch food trucks, and time and space to network and unwind after a day of brain-filling Retired The Morning Journal knowledge. Richard Stewart The Press Club of Cleveland is a media sponsor of the event, and club members get a Digizoom Media $100 discount on registration before May 31. Go to http://contentmarketingworld.com/ Exec. Secretary info/ for more information and to register. Use discount code “PressClub” to take advan- Lynn Bracic tage of discounted rates before they increase on May 31. 4 The Press Club of Cleveland April/May 2014

Welcome New Members such a tight-knit community, and I love Nominees sought for seeing the growth that has occurred since Laura Adiletta I’ve been away. I’m hopeful for much more Cleveland Journalism Job title: Owner, in the future! Executive Director, Hall of Fame, Chuck Editor in Chief DeAnn Baxter Employer / loca- Job title: Manager, Heaton Award Public Affairs & tion: EatloCLE/ The Press Club of Cleveland is calling Communications Cleveland Heights for nominations for induction into the Employer / City of residence: Cleveland Journalism Hall of Fame and location: Coca-Cola, Cleveland Heights the 2014 Chuck Heaton Award. Pittsburgh, PA Alma Mater: Case The Press Club of Cleveland created City of residence: Western Reserve University (2008) the Cleveland Journalism Hall of Fame McDonald, PA What is the “elevator description” of your in 1981. Plaques honoring Hall of Fame Alma Mater: Penn job? My business connects talented writers inductees are displayed at Nighttown State University and editors with busy publishers and ad- Restaurant, 12387 Cedar Road, What is the “elevator description” of vertisers who need help managing projects Cleveland Heights, which serves as the your job? I serve as a generalist in support or have assignments that require a profes- club’s unofficial home. See page 6 for of Coca-Cola’s corporate efforts to create sional touch. Personally, I am a writer and more about the Hall of Fame. an environment in which the business can editor focused on food – everything from Hall of Fame nominees must have: grow unencumbered across all categories. dining reviews to advertising and market- • Made notable contributions to I help to enhance relationships and build ing to advocacy for more equitable food broadcast or print journalism in results with all local stakeholders regarding access and community wellness – though I Cleveland and northeast Ohio. the reputation of Coca-Cola Refreshments work on projects in a range of industries. • Demonstrated exceptional leader- as a growth business and key community Best and/or most challenging part of your ship, courage or contributions to the partner in Western Pennsylvania and job? Managing my time! I’m constantly news industry. Northeastern Ohio. seeking new clients and opportunities while • Worked in the Cleveland area or, Best and/or most challenging part of your running the administration of my business had an exceptional career here before job? Every day is different, so I never know and planning for future expansion. going elsewhere. what to expect. The job keeps me on my The inspiration for getting me into this In 2008, the club created the Chuck toes! business was? Second chances. I tried free- Heaton award, which is given to an Something not many people know about lancing years ago as a new graduate in a individual who best exemplifies the me? I was one of the youngest Public new town, but I wasn’t very successful. So sensitivity and humility, along with Relations Society of America members to I started cooking professionally, writing journalistic talents, which were traits of earn my APR and become Accredited in and editing on the side. Since moving back the late Hall of Fame member Chuck Public Relations. to Cleveland, I’ve been focusing on getting Heaton, a long-time sports writer and What do you hope to get out of your EatloCLE off the ground while merging my at The Plain Dealer. Press Club of Cleveland membership? I am passions for literature, food and people. Any Press Club member is eligible looking forward to meeting the wonderful What do you hope to get out of your Press to offer nominations. Please provide journalists in Cleveland and finding out Club of Cleveland membership? The only your name, phone number and your how I can help them. way to get better at your job is to surround nominee (state “HOF Nomination” or My latest exciting project is? I am yourself with people who are better than “Heaton Award” on your nomination giving away money! I am helping to you. The chance to connect to and learn document). Selections will be made announce a grant that was provided to a from other members is far more valuable by the Cleveland Journalism Hall of local organization through the Coca-Cola than the cost of membership! Fame/Chuck Heaton Award Selection Foundation. The process is time-consuming What do you enjoy most about living in Committee, which is chaired by Press and difficult, so we are celebrating with the northeast Ohio? I am a transplant to NEO, Club past president Ed Byers. group and local partners. but this area has always felt like home. It’s Include your thoughts on why the individual is worthy of recognition (up to 250 words), and any background VOLUNTEERS NEEDED information that supports your nomi- Want to judge a journalism contest? Entries in the All Ohio Excellence in Journal- nation. Nominations can be emailed to ism are judged by members of press clubs in other states. In return, The Press Club [email protected] (write of Cleveland judges contests conducted by out-of-state press clubs. Please offer “HOF Nomination” or “Heaton Award” to judge these contests. Most are online, and it’s a great way to see what our print, in the subject line); or mailed to The broadcast and digital colleagues are doing elsewhere. Contact The Press Club of Press Club of Cleveland, Attn. Ed Byers, Cleveland board member Maryana Bradas at [email protected] 28022 Osborn Road, Cleveland, Ohio If you would like to volunteer to help with the All Ohio Excellence in Journalism, 44140. please contact event co-chair Lee Moran at [email protected]. Nominations must be received by June 2, 2014. April/May 2014 The Press Club of Cleveland 5 MARKETING FROM PAGE 1 The program is sponsored by Silverpop, Duke Happy Anniversary ( April / May) Printing and Falls Digital, and could become the first of many similar joint association programs. 16 years 8 years 4 years General tickets cost $35 per person in advance, or Joyce Wallace Kurt Franck Ken Trump $45 at the door. But Press Club members can register Jay Stowe Wulf H. Utian for only $25 by using promo code ClePressClub when 10 years Jeff Bendix you sign up at http://tinyurl.com/PressMktgEvent. (If Dick Feagler you’re not a Press Club member, please visit 7 years http://pressclubcleveland.com/join.aspx to join today. Michael E. Bennett Help attract even more people to the event by shar- 9 years ing the information on your social media channels Ed Byers (use #MarketingAtTheMkt). FREELANCER FROM PAGE 2 you want to be the Cleveland Scene dining consumer publications, it’s not just about “Deal with my BS,” Gleydura said, point- editor (that job already is filled, by him). engaging writing, but also demonstrating blank. Know your first draft may sit in his 2) When submitting a writing sample, how you would reach readers through your inbox for a couple of weeks, but that he’ll remember your blog. social media channels. probably want revisions and extra report- As a B2B content marketing company, Blogs and social media also show what ing back in two days. MedCity’s clients want to know that a free- you’re passionate about. Even though you’re a freelancer, you lancer understands complex medical topics 4) Editors know you’re not exclusive; still are representing the publication when and is able to talk with doctors. Levesque just be upfront about it. you’re interviewing someone or speaking needs writing samples to demonstrate An audience member asked the panel with sources. Act professionally, advised this experience and knowledge. whether it’s OK to send the same pitch to Trattner. Although Gleydura said he uses clips, he multiple media outlets. The panelists asked: If there’s a problem, fix it. Although a doesn’t trust them completely because it’s What would you do if they all said yes? good freelancer knows how to inter- writing that’s polished and gone through It’s fine to work with other media outlets, view celebrities and work with PR, said the editing process. “I like blogs,” he said. but don’t pitch them simultaneously. Pettigrew, if there is an issue getting some- “They’re unfiltered.” Be honest and clear in your pitch. one for a story, an outstanding freelancer However, the one problem he often sees Depending on the idea, telling Trattner will come up with an alternative. when hiring bloggers for freelance projects you’re pitching him first may help it stand When you make editors look good, is that some change their voice to be more out. Levesque put it, they’ll want you to work like a . The bloggers’ submis- And, if you haven’t heard back and for them again. sions lose the style Gleydura liked when he want to pitch the idea to another publica- Are you a freelancer? Register for PR first hired them. tion, it’s OK to let the editor know. If your Newswire for Journalists to customize 3) Develop your digital footprint. idea is time-sensitive, Trattner encouraged multiple newsfeeds around the different Pettigrew commented that many maga- checking back in a week with a quick “Did topics you cover, or use ProfNet to quickly zines are looking for writers with large you get this?” (though don’t repeatedly connect with sources for research and digital footprints – an audience on social hassle someone with multiple check-ins). interviews. It’s free and takes only a few media, a well-read blog, experience with 5) Keep your foot in the door by being moments to sign up. online engagement and promotion. flexible and professional. Amanda Hicken is a media relations If you can show you have blog traf- Once an editor expresses interest in your manager at PR Newswire. Follow her at @ fic and followers on social media, that pitch, how does a freelancer keep them ADHicken for tweets about the media, helps, echoed Trattner. Especially with happy? comic books, and her love of Cleveland.

Renew your membership, recruit a new member Thank you to those who have already renewed their Please let prospective members know that by joining, they receive: Press Club membership for 2014. If you haven’t had • General Counsel. a chance yet, please take a minute now to go to • 15% discount at Nighttown restaurant in Cleveland Heights http://pressclubcleveland.com/join.aspx, click on • A free legal line for quick First Amendment advice from nationally respected “Join now” and submit your renewal and payment. media lawyer David Marburger of BakerHostetler, the club’s general counsel. If you’d rather not pay online, please call Lynn or • Discounts on Ohio Excellence in Journalism entries. Debi at 440-899-1222 and pay by phone. • Discounts on Press Club events. Also: Please recruit a friend or colleague to join the • Free email delivery of the Byliner monthly newsletter. club now. • Access to the club’s “golden Rolodex” of member contact information. 6 The Press Club of Cleveland April/May 2014 Cleveland Journalism Hall of Fame The Press Club of Cleveland estab- as a favorite haunt of local journalists lished the Cleveland Journalism Hall of since opening in 1965. Fame in 1981 to recognize individual The Press Club collection at Night- achievements and contributions to town also includes large-format pho- Cleveland media, preserve a sense of tographs from The Cleveland Press and local journalism’s past and create a The Plain Dealer depicting rarely seen tradition and collective inspiration for iconic scenes from Cleveland’s history. those who follow in the future. Also on display is an authorized The club’s Hall of Fame Committee reproduction of a huge mural that selects nominees, and club members hung at Kornman’s, a restaurant on vote each year on the final selection Short Vincent in downtown Cleveland, of inductees. depicting the Damon Runyonesque Plaques honoring inductees are denizens of the block-long street displayed at Nighttown, located at during its colorful heyday of salons the top of the Cedar Road hill in the and theaters in the 1920s and ’30s. fashionable Cedar-Fairmount district Created by Cleveland Press artist Bill of Cleveland Heights (www.nighttown Roberts, the mural came to Night- cleveland.com). Nighttown is the town through the efforts of Cleveland official home of The Press Club be- photographer Tim Ryan and the The photo of former Cleveland Mayor Ralph cause of its long and colorful history Western Reserve Historical Society. Perk’s hair catching on fire is one of many seminal moments captured in The Press Club photo archive. To see Nighttown owner Brendan Ring discuss the Hall of Fame, visit http://tinyurl.com/CleHOFvideo For more information, visit www.pressclubcleveland.com.

Cleveland Journalism Hall of Fame Inductees

2012 2009 2006 2003 2000 2013 Jim Collins 2010 Walt Bogdanich 2007Marjorie (Marge) Alge Tom2004 Brazaitis Joseph W.2001 Gray Jeff Darcy Ted DiadiunJoanna ConnorsRegina Brett Ed BangCasey Coleman Tom VirgilAndrzejewski Dominic ClaireDick MacMurray Goddard Paul Hoynes Vivian GoodmanMark DodoshJim Donovan DougCynthia Clifton Dettelbach RoldoJanet Bartimole McCue WesHoward Lawrence Vern Henry Dee Pery Jack Graney Dick Russ Ted GupRon Kuntz Gilbert W.Joe Henderson Tait GraceAndrew Goulder LoganIzant Stuart Warner Mary Anne Sharkey Eileen KoreyBetsy Sullivan Lute HarmonAlex Machaskee TedLeonard Henry Will NedNorm Whelan Mlachak Violet Spevack Ralph and Terry KovelPaul Sciria Richard Osborne Fred McGunagle GeorgeDick Anthony Zunt Moore 2011 Martin SavidgeBill Wynne Tim Taylor2005 John A.2002 Penton NeilBill Zurcher Tanner Tom Beres 2012 John Teresko Betty Cope TonyBrent Tomsic Larkin Marjorie Wilson Tom Feran Jim Collins 2008 2006Ray DeCrane Robert G. McGruder 1999 Phillip Morris Ted Diadiun 2009 Pete Cary Marjorie (Marge)Bob LarkinAlge Arnold2003 Miller Leon 2000Bibb Kelly O’Donnell Vivian Goodman Walt BogdanichTom Meyer Casey ColemanTerry Pluto TomPeter Brazaitis Miller BobJoseph Dolgan W. Gray Bob Paynter Vern Henry Regina BrettWilliam F. MillerCynthia DettelbachConnie Schultz VirgilStan Dominic Modic ClaireBetty MacMurray Klaric Howard Stuart Warner Jim DonovanJane Temple Ron KuntzPaul Tepley JanetCarl McCueMonday GraceRegis McAuleyGoulder Izant 2010 Dick Russ Alex Machaskee Joe Tait SanfordNed SobulWhelan 2011 Joanna ConnorsBetsy Sullivan 2007 2004 Leonard2001 Will JohnDick Webster Zunt Tom Beres Mark DodoshPaul Sciria Ed Bang 2005Tom Andrzejewski Dick Goddard BobNeil Yonkers Zurcher Tom Feran Jack GraneyBill Wynne Doug Clifton Betty RoldoCope Bartimole Wes2002 Lawrence Phillip Morris Eileen Korey Ted Gup Ray GilbertDeCrane W. Henderson BrentAndrew Larkin Logan 1999 Kelly O’DonnellRalph and Terry Kovel2008 Lute Harmon Bob LarkinTed Henry RobertNorm G. McGruderMlachak Leon Bibb Bob Paynter Martin SavidgePete CaryRichard Osborne Terry FredPluto McGunagle ArnoldGeorge AnthonyMiller Bob Dolgan John TereskoTom Meyer Tim Taylor Connie SchultzJohn A. Penton PeterMoore Miller Betty Klaric William F. Miller Paul TepleyTony Tomsic StanBill Modic Tanner Regis McAuley Jane Temple CarlMarjorie Monday Wilson Sanford Sobul

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nighttown has been welcoming guests on Cedar Road in Cleveland Heights since 1965. Hall of Fame plaques share walls with historic photos.

nighttown owner Brendan Ring: “nighttown is about history. The Press Club is about history. People come in Details of the mural by To see Nighttown owner Brendan Ring discuss the Hall of Fame, visit http://tinyurl.com/CleHOFvideo and read the plaques Cleveland Press artist Bill on the wall and see the Roberts capture an earlier For more information, visit www.pressclubcleveland.com. famous photographs. era in Cleveland’s history. It’s living, it’s breathing.”

Cleveland Journalism Hall of Fame Inductees

1982 1986 John Webster Fred Griffth 1991 Louis Clifford Liberty Holden Bob Yonkers Ed McAuley Hilbert Black Herb Kamm Alice Weston Hal Lebovitz Edward W. Scripps 1998 Wayne Mack Jane Scott William O. Walker William W. Armstrong 1995 Ray Osrin Emerson L. Batdorff Ray Matjasic 1990 1981 1985 Bus Bergen Lou Mio George Condon Paul Bellamy Edwin Cowles Bill Hickey Michael D. Roberts Russell L. Faist Bruce Catton Winsor French Herb Score Sanford E. Markey David Dietz 1994 Nathaniel R. Howard Ben Tidyman Dorothy Fuldheim Nev Chandler 1989 Franklin A. Lewis Roelif A. Loveland 1997 Dick Feagler James (Hal) Donahey William F. McDermott Donald L. Bean Mary Strassmeyer John Rees 1984 Marion Hopwood Kelly Bill Roberts Lynn Heinzerling Philip W. Porter Edward D. Kuekes 1993 Josephine Robertson Eber D. Howe John W. Raper Carl T. Robertson Hugh Danaceau Doris O’Donnell Louis B. Seltzer Russell Schneider Jimmy Dudley 1988 Norman Shaw Artemus Ward John H. Sheridan Pauline Thoma Bob August Milt Widder Peter Bellamy 1983 1996 1992 J.H.A. Bone Howard Beaufait Dan Coughlin Ken Coleman Charles Day James W. Collins James E. Doyle Chuck Heaton Erie C. Hopwood Frank Gibbons Don Robertson Richard J. McLaughin

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