Texas House Bill HR1998

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

• Introduced: 5/11/09
• Refer: 5/15/09
• Enrolled: 5/24/09
• Passed: 5/24/09

Caption

Congratulating the staff of the Lufkin Daily News on their awards from the Better Newspaper Contest 2009.

Impact

The resolution commemorates the recognition of the Lufkin Daily News as an exemplary news organization, highlighting its contribution to journalism within Texas. The achievements outlined in the resolution reflect the hard work of the staff and their commitment to quality reporting. The impact of such recognition extends beyond the newspaper itself, fostering a sense of pride within the local community and setting a standard for journalistic excellence within the region.

Summary

HR1998 is a resolution congratulating the staff of the Lufkin Daily News for their impressive achievements in the Better Newspaper Contest 2009, organized by the North and East Texas Press Association. The resolution recognizes several awards won by the newspaper in various categories, emphasizing the dedication and excellence of its staff. Key award recipients include assistant news editor Stacy Faison for headline writing and staff photographer Joel Andrews, who not only won first place for news photography but also received accolades for being the second-best photographer of the year.

Contention

While the resolution itself is celebratory and does not present points of contention, the context of awarding journalism could spark discussions on the role and quality of local news agencies. The achievements of the Lufkin Daily News could also bring attention to the challenges that local newspapers face in the evolving media landscape. The resolution serves to encourage and inspire statistical transparency and engagement among news agencies to maintain such high standards.