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The Ross News

I hated how I left a newspaper job in 1993. Three decades later, I got to write a better ending.

By Bobby Ross Jr. EDMOND, Okla. — I interned at the Edmond Evening Sun my senior year at Oklahoma Christian University. That was way back in the Stone Age, circa 1989-1990. The Sun — launched a century earlier in Oklahoma Territory — published Tuesday through Friday afternoons and Sunday mornings. It had a daily circulation of roughly 10,000 (I don’t recall the exact figure). I made … Continue reading I hated how I left a newspaper job in 1993. Three decades later, I got to write a better ending.

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Christian Chronicle

For the eighth time, Associated Church Press recognizes Christian Chronicle as best newspaper

In all, the international publication for Churches of Christ earned nine awards for work published in 2021. For the eighth time since 2009, the Associated Church Press has recognized The Christian Chronicle with its first-place Best in Class award for newspapers. The top prize in the annual “Best of the Church Press” contest was presented in an online ceremony Thursday night. “Nice, professional-looking front pages with clear and powerful headlines,” a … Continue reading For the eighth time, Associated Church Press recognizes Christian Chronicle as best newspaper

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Christian Chronicle

Editorial: Christian journalism means truth-seeking

Sometimes the truth is positive and inspiring. Sometimes the truth is negative and concerning. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle OKLAHOMA CITY — Jerry Mitchell is a Christian and a journalist. To some readers in a hyperpartisan age, that description may sound like an oxymoron. But Mitchell is a devoted follower of Christ. He’s a 1982 graduate of Harding University, a Christian university in Searcy, Ark. He’s … Continue reading Editorial: Christian journalism means truth-seeking

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Christian Chronicle

Evangelical Press Association honors Christian Chronicle as top print newspaper

In all, the Chronicle earned 14 awards in the annual contest. From Staff Reports | The Christian Chronicle COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The Christian Chronicle earned top honors this week in the annual journalism contest sponsored by the Evangelical Press Association. The Chronicle claimed first place for best print newspaper — one of 14 overall awards received by the Oklahoma-based international publication for members of Churches of Christ. “Solid, in-depth writing,” … Continue reading Evangelical Press Association honors Christian Chronicle as top print newspaper

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Associated Press

Writing about religion with style: I helped update the Associated Press Stylebook

In her “State of Faith” newsletter this week, the Deseret News’ Kelsey Dallas wrote about the new religion entries in the Associated Press Stylebook. I was excited to make a cameo appearance: For this week’s newsletter, I spoke with David Crary, the AP’s religion news director, and Holly Meyer, the religion news editor, about the work that went into the new entries and some of … Continue reading Writing about religion with style: I helped update the Associated Press Stylebook

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Religion Unplugged

The best religion journalism of 2021

Weekend Plug-in’s year in review By Bobby Ross Jr. | Religion Unplugged Editor’s note: Every Friday, “Weekend Plug-in”  features analysis, fact checking and top headlines from the world of faith. Subscribe now to get this newsletter delivered straight to your inbox. Got feedback or ideas? Email Bobby Ross Jr. at therossnews@gmail.com. This week, I’m sipping hot chocolate and watching Christmas movies. So rather than pick the best reads and top headlines … Continue reading The best religion journalism of 2021

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Religion Unplugged

Mourning two amazing people and journalists: Rachel Zoll and Amy Raymond

By Bobby Ross Jr. | Religion Unplugged Editor’s note: Every Friday, “Weekend Plug-in” features analysis, fact checking and top headlines from the world of faith. Subscribe now to get this newsletter delivered straight to your inbox. Got feedback or ideas? Email Bobby Ross Jr. at therossnews@gmail.com. In 31 years of full-time journalism, I’ve been blessed to work with some incredible people. The world lost two of the best this past week. Rachel … Continue reading Mourning two amazing people and journalists: Rachel Zoll and Amy Raymond

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Associated Press, Christian Chronicle, Oklahoman

Bobby Ross Jr.’s bombing, racial justice, tornado stories honored for outstanding journalism

My 2020 stories on topics such as the Oklahoma City bombing anniversary, racial justice protests and faith-based disaster relief have earned recognition in three regional and national journalism contests. • • • Great Plains Journalism Awards, an eight-state regional contest sponsored by the Tulsa Press Club Finalist, Great Plains Writer of the Year, for a portfolio of stories for The Oklahoman, The Associated Press and … Continue reading Bobby Ross Jr.’s bombing, racial justice, tornado stories honored for outstanding journalism

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Religion Unplugged

Investigation into Amish, Mennonite sex abuse honored as Pulitzer finalist

By Bobby Ross Jr. | Religion Unplugged Editor’s note: Every Friday, “Weekend Plug-In” features analysis, insights and top headlines from the world of faith. Got feedback or ideas for this column? Email Bobby Ross Jr. at therossnews@gmail.com. It’s a heavenly time for the Godbeat. For the second year in a row, journalism’s most prestigious award committee has recognized the transcendent work of Pittsburgh Post-Gazette religion editor Peter Smith. Smith and … Continue reading Investigation into Amish, Mennonite sex abuse honored as Pulitzer finalist

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