Definitely continue darts and laurels. Another CJR feature was “The Lower Case”. Humorous headlines and bloopers from journalism. That would be good too.
Another yes vote on Darts and Laurels. I also noticed Iowa’s low priority reporting compared to other national outlets. Perhaps part of the problem of why the caucuses are now gone.
I appreciate this information. I think this is why newspapers are dying, not the online portal. Newspapers don't give us information we need in a timely manner, even on their websites. I know I am not going to renew my local Nevada Journal because there is almost nothing in it about Nevada. It's called the Nevada Journal.
I always had trouble instilling a web first mentality in my students. Looks like that has carried over to the professional sites. There’s no excuse for not keeping websites updated.
Keep holding their feet to the fire, Dave. I'm not a journalist but I too wondered at the bare minimum mention of Iowa losing its first in the nation caucus standing. No interviews with Grassley or Ernst or the Governor. ??
Yes to continue. yes to a version of ‘lower case’ (note use of lower case letters). Instead of Darts and Laurels, I would suggest a light hearted competition for a new title, like Praise and Pokes from a Pugilistic Pundit
When I was working at the Voice of America (VOA) in the mid-70s, we had weekly "Rocks and Flowers" from the Chief of the News Division. They were both embarrassing and helpful. Yes, keep sending the Darts and Laurels.
I love this type of column! Full of short, sweet, top-of-mind news bits and tips. Please keep it up! PS: As a former journalist, I think all your columns are especially needed and timely.
Love the darts and laurels. Keep it up please! I also loved Amanda Rooker's on-scene reporting that night.
I agree, please continue this column!
Definitely continue darts and laurels. Another CJR feature was “The Lower Case”. Humorous headlines and bloopers from journalism. That would be good too.
Thank you for calling out deficiencies in our local journalism. Iowans deserve better.
Another yes vote on Darts and Laurels. I also noticed Iowa’s low priority reporting compared to other national outlets. Perhaps part of the problem of why the caucuses are now gone.
Dave - I enjoy reading this. Thanks.
I appreciate this information. I think this is why newspapers are dying, not the online portal. Newspapers don't give us information we need in a timely manner, even on their websites. I know I am not going to renew my local Nevada Journal because there is almost nothing in it about Nevada. It's called the Nevada Journal.
Yes, great idea. I enjoy the critiques.
I always had trouble instilling a web first mentality in my students. Looks like that has carried over to the professional sites. There’s no excuse for not keeping websites updated.
Keep holding their feet to the fire, Dave. I'm not a journalist but I too wondered at the bare minimum mention of Iowa losing its first in the nation caucus standing. No interviews with Grassley or Ernst or the Governor. ??
Yes! Keep it coming, Dave!
It's an excellent initiative, Dave. Need to continue. Thanks.
Rick Morain
Yes to continue. yes to a version of ‘lower case’ (note use of lower case letters). Instead of Darts and Laurels, I would suggest a light hearted competition for a new title, like Praise and Pokes from a Pugilistic Pundit
When I was working at the Voice of America (VOA) in the mid-70s, we had weekly "Rocks and Flowers" from the Chief of the News Division. They were both embarrassing and helpful. Yes, keep sending the Darts and Laurels.
Good idea. Keep this going.
BTW, IPR also sent a reporter to the DNzc meeting. Best. Mary Ellen Miller
I love this type of column! Full of short, sweet, top-of-mind news bits and tips. Please keep it up! PS: As a former journalist, I think all your columns are especially needed and timely.
I liked the column and I live in Nashville. Always interested in journalism and my native state.