Obituaries published in the February 2019 Messenger

Obituaries published in the January 2019 edition of the Texas Press Messenger.

News about and of interest to Texas newspapers.

Promotions, staff additions at Texas newspapers.

Turnover among key personnel makes for interesting times in any institution — whether it’s a powerhouse football team or the Texas Legislature.
A number of players will be new to the blood sport of Texas politics — or at least new to their position — when lawmakers convene Jan. 8. 

Analysis by Donnis Baggett, Texas Press Association

It’s time to think about a donation to the annual silent auction benefiting the Texas Newspaper Foundation. 
Items will be on view and bidding will be open Thursday evening, Jan. 24, and Friday morning, Jan. 25, during the trade show at the TPA 2019 Convention at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center.