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We are a Four-Star Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists.

Here's a place for journalists and those interested in news quality to discuss issues and join professional development seminars and social events to improve journalism. We are dedicated to the free practice of journalism in the United States and to encouraging and maintaining high standards for ethical behavior. We offer professional support for media practitioners, a regional voice in journalism advocacy, and provide a link for local members to maintain contact with nearly 10,000 SPJ members nationwide.

10/21/2026

SPJ MMJ safety guidelines are aimed at helping television news managers create safe working conditions for solo television reporters, also known as MMJs. We recommend news managers share these guidelines with staff in newsrooms around the country. https://bit.ly/47z8eHq

10/21/2026

🗞️ Applications are open for SPJ’s First Amendment Forever Fund.

SPJ chapters, regions and interest-based communities can apply for grants supporting local and regional press freedom advocacy.

The fund supports projects that defend journalists’ rights, promote public understanding of the First Amendment and respond to threats to access, transparency and accountability. Collaborative projects and partnerships with allied organizations are encouraged.

💰 Up to $2,500 per project
💵 $10,000 available this round
🗓️ Deadline to apply: 11:59 p.m. EST Nov. 12

➡️ Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/4BeMyhG

10/21/2026

09/27/2026

Mark your calendar for this powerful event on Tuesday, Oct. 20, by the Tennessee Holocaust Commission with support from the Front Page Foundation and ETSPJ.
Register HERE: https://www.canvaqr.com/RGS4L9lgvf

09/27/2026

SPJ wants to help you do your job and continue your professional development. Our events calendar is a one-stop shop for the latest journalism webinars and e-learning offerings from SPJ and our journalism friends and partners: https://bit.ly/3UHubBd

09/27/2026

One week until SPJ26. ⏰

At a moment when questions about press freedom, access and the role of journalism are front and center, coming together matters.

Join journalists from across the country Oct. 1-4 in Columbus for timely conversations, fresh ideas and a community committed to the future of journalism.

If you aren’t already planning to join us, consider this your invitation. ✨

➡️ See the speakers, sessions and full schedule – and register today at https://bit.ly/4dU4SCs .

05/24/2026

Frank Gibson in the center chair with the TCOG board at its 20th Anniversary celebration in November 2023. Frank Gibson, TCOG's first executive director who had the idea to create an open government coalition in Tennessee, passed away Sunday morning in Florida. Frank served as TCOG's

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http://etspj.org/

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