Promotions, new hires and other employment news reported by Texas newspapers and published in the September 2024 edition of the Texas Press Messenger.

MICHELLE ADAMS, MICHAELA RUSH, CHRISTINE GRANADOS

Fredericksburg Standard-Radio Post

FREDERICKSBURG – The Fredericksburg Standard-Radio Post has hired Michelle Adams in the advertising department and Michaela Rush in the newsroom, Publisher Ken Esten Cooke announced.

In addition, Christine Granados, who has worked at the paper as needed, is now serving as the managing editor.

Promotions, new hires and other employee changes reported at Texas Newspapers and published in the August 2024 edition of the Texas Press Messenger.

DAVID BARBER

Van Zandt Newspapers, LLC

CANTON – David Barber has been named editor of the Canton Herald, Wills Point Chronicle and Van Zandt News.

The announcement was made by John Buzzetta, president of Van Zandt Newspapers, LLC, which publishes the newspapers.

KERRVILLE – Greg Burney has assumed duties as publisher of the Kerrville Daily Times, succeeding Jennifer McCullough, who announced her retirement March 6.

“Greg Burney is a lucky guy, because he’s working for a company that has a tremendous owner that believes in community journalism. That just means for him, his path is going to be clear and successful. When you truly love a community, everyone benefits,” McCullough said.

McCullough’s last day at The Times was April 26.

BOERNE - Marcy Branson is the new area publisher for the Boerne Star and Bandera Bulletin.

The announcement was made by officials at Granite Media Partners Inc., owner of both publications.

Granite Media officials said Branson, a 27-year veteran in news, sales and advertising organizations, brings a unique type of energy to the Hill Country Group, as well as decades of experience.

Promotions, new hires and other staff changes at Texas newspapers and reported in the February 2024 edition of the Texas Press Messenger.

Promotions, new hires and other employment changes at Texas newspapers.

MELISSA FEDERSPILL

Uvalde Leader-News

UVALDE – Uvalde Leader-News journalist Melissa Federspill has been promoted to assistant managing editor, following five years as a staff writer.

Promotions, new hires and other staff changes at Texas newspapers reported in the January 2024 edition of the Texas Press Messenger.

Sarah Forsythe, Brenham Banner-Press

BRENHAM – Sarah Forsythe has joined The Banner-Press newsrooms as a reporter.

“Having been part of the audience for the Brenham Banner-Press for just over 10 years myself, I am very excited to have the opportunity to be a part of the team,” she said.

Promotions, appointments, new hires and other personnel changes reported by Texas newspapers.

JOSH HAVARD

STACY FAISON

The Lufkin Daily News

LUFKIN – Two longtime staff members have taken on new roles at The Lufkin Daily News.

Sports editor Josh Havard has been named editor of the newspaper and news editor Stacy Faison has been promoted to managing editor.

Promotions, new hires and other personnel news from Texas newspapers.

ROY KENT, Kerrville Daily Times

KERRVILLE – Roy Kent is the new managing editor at the Kerrville Daily Times.

The appointment was announced by Publisher Jennifer McCullough, who said Kent’s experience will be an asset to the local newspaper and the community it serves.

HOUSTON – Pulitzer Prize-winning veteran editor Kelly Ann Scott is the new executive editor for the Houston Chronicle.

Recent staff changes, additions and promotions at Texas newspapers, reported in the September 2023 edition of the Texas Press Messenger.

SAM SCINTA JR.

Wharton Journal-Spectator

WHARTON – Sam Scinta Jr. is the new managing editor of the Wharton Journal-Spectator.

Scinta came to the Journal-Spectator after serving as sports editor at the Fort Bend Herald in Rosenberg. At the Herald, he directed coverage of Lamar CISD and Needville ISD athletics, producing game review and feature stories.