Category: Scoop


  • Commentary: Dropping Fact-Checking on Facebook: A Big Deal?

    Meta’s decision to abandon independent fact-checking on Facebook should concern journalists. CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced a transition to a Community Notes model, under which Facebook users will monitor the accuracy of posts and add corrective comments when necessary.   This shift may not directly affect individual journalists or news organizations. However, it raises concerns about diminishing…

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  • The Press Club’s Direction in 2025

    As a young media consultant many years ago, nothing frightened me more than a client asking, “What will my business look like in five years?” Twenty-five years later, the question is even scarier. Today’s question should be, “What will our business look like in six months?” Predicting the future of journalism is, at best, only…

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  • It’s Time to Renew Your Membership: Please Pay Annual Dues by Jan. 31, 2025

    We value your membership in the Press Club of Southwest Florida and encourage you to renew your membership by paying your 2025 dues by Jan. 31, 2025. Dues are still one of the best bargains in town — $75 a year, or $30 a year if you are under 30. There are three easy ways…

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  • RSVP Today for Jan. 10 Luncheon Featuring Speaker Tony Hall

    If you haven’t yet reserved your spot for the Jan. 10 luncheon meeting with former Congressman and Ambassador Tony Hall, now’s the time! Click here for details about the event, including how to RSVP. We hope to see you there!

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  • Former Congressman and Ambassador Tony Hall to Share Insights After Recent Visits to Ukraine

    WHEN: Friday, Jan. 10, 2025. Registration opens 11:30 a.m.; program begins at noon; event adjourns 1:30 p.m. WHERE: Vi at Bentley Village, East Clubhouse (Bentley/Private Dining Room), 701 Retreat Drive, Naples, FL 34110 ABOUT: Join us for a special program with Former Congressman and Ambassador Tony Hall as he shares insights from his recent visits to Ukraine…

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  • Newsmaker Presentation Following Annual Meeting: Tim Aten Shares How He Cultivates Sources and Readers

    President Julie Pedretti welcomed everyone to the Press Club of Southwest Florida’s annual meeting and newsmaker’s program Dec. 10 at Great Wolf Lodge in Naples and called the meeting to order at 11:57 a.m. In reminding the group that the mission of the club is to “advocate for quality journalism in all its forms,” as…

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  • RSVP Today for Dec. 10 Annual Meeting Featuring Speaker Tim Aten

    Seats are filling fast, so if you haven’t yet reserved your spot for the Dec. 10 annual meeting with guest speaker Tim Aten, now’s the time! This event features a bonus: Following the presentation, you will be treated to a tour of the Great Wolf Lodge by General Manager Jason Bays. Click here for details about…

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  • Media Mixer Thrives Despite Dual Hurricane Threats

    Hurricane threats couldn’t permanently foil the media mixer plans for the Press Club of Southwest Florida this tropical storm season. While the event had to be cancelled and rescheduled due to Hurricane Milton, Hurricane Rafael last week stayed far enough away to enable the club and local media to gather for a fun-filled evening of…

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  • RSVP Today for Dec. 10 Annual Meeting with Guest Speaker Tim Aten

    Please join us for lunch on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, for our annual meeting featuring guest speaker Tim Aten. WHEN: Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024. Registration opens 11:30 a.m.; program begins at noon; event adjourns 1:30 p.m. WHERE: Great Wolf Lodge, 3900 City Gate Blvd. N., Naples 34117. Following lunch and the speaker’s presentation, you will receive a…

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