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2025 Gold Dome

2025 Virtual Gold Dome Recap

Unpack the 2025 legislative session with political journalists and a First Amendment expert, who decode major bills impacting government transparency, First Amendment rights and public policy. Hosted by The Atlanta Press Club and the Georgia First Amendment Foundation. Moderated by Rahul Bali, WABE. Featuring panelist Nora Benavidez, Legislative Committee Co-Chair, Sarah Kallis, Georiga Public Broadcasting and Mark Niesse, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

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In Memoriam

APC Remembers Jon Shirek

The Atlanta Press Club remembers Jon Shirek, who passed away April 14 after battling brain cancer. Jon was a long-time APC board member and served as president of the board from 2011-2012. He stepped in to fill a need when there was a sudden opening and extended his service, managing the board to ensure the Club had consistent leadership. Jon helped create our Hall of Fame, which has grown into the Club’s largest annual fundraiser. He served as co-chair for many years and was the visionary behind the tribute videos that still serve as the model we follow today. Jon also served on the debate planning committee for many years, helping to determine which races we would host debates each election season and ensuring each debate had a diverse panel of journalists to question the candidates. Jon always made a point to praise and highlight the work of his colleagues at competing stations, ensuring equal representation on the panels for everyone. The Atlanta Press Club joins the community in mourning the loss of Jon Shirek. As a long-time supporter, volunteer, and friend, he will be greatly missed by all at the Club.

2025 Awards of Excellence

Congratulations to the 2025 Awards of Excellence Finalists!

The Atlanta Press Club’s Awards of Excellence celebrates the best of journalism from the previous year. Awards are given within print, broadcast, and digital categories. Congratulations to the 2025 Awards finalists! Winners will be announced at the Awards of Excellence event on Tuesday, April 29 at The Gathering Spot from 6-8 p.m. Entries were judged by volunteers from the Los Angeles Press Club on quality of content, demonstrated reportorial skill, and the impact of their work.

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APC Quarterly Newsletter

APC Winter Recap

Catch up on all things APC with the 2025 winter recap! Read and see what has been happening from January - March at the club. See you this spring!

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2025 Gold Dome

2025 Legislative Breakfast and Reporters' Roundtable

Watch to get an insider’s perspective on what is happening under the Gold Dome. Hear lawmakers, newsmakers, journalists and government transparency experts offer their take on hot topics and big trends in the 2025 General Assembly session.

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APC Leadership Annoucement

APC Annouces New Board Chair & Treasurer

The Atlanta Press Club is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Jordan as Chairperson of the Board of Directors and Eric Ludgood as Treasurer for the 2025-2026 term. From Jordan, “Journalism is, ultimately, about community service. As the Atlanta Press Club’s chairperson, it is my honor to help lead an institution that tirelessly serves Atlanta’s community of journalists who have long served not only local but international audiences. It is my goal to support and strengthen our organization’s efforts toward strengthening Atlanta’s broad and diverse community of reporters and storytellers, ensuring that journalists feel welcome, connected and appreciated in this pivotal time for our profession.”

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Los Angeles Press Club Emergency Relief Fund

Donate to help support Southern California Journalists

Please consider donating to the Los Angeles Press Club Emergency Fund for Southern California journalists! 100% of all donations go back to the community for those affected by the recent California wildfires. You can visit LAPressclub.org for more information and click below to donate. All donations are tax-deductible. Thank you for your consideration!

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2025 Awards of Excellence

APC Partners with A-Mark Foundation to Award Cash Prizes for Investigative Reporting for the 2025 Awards of Excellence

The Atlanta Press Club is pleased to announce an exciting new partnership with the A-Mark Foundation for the 2025 Awards of Excellence. This collaboration will enhance the club’s long-standing commitment to honoring the best in journalism by offering cash prizes for the Investigative Reporting category, a key component of the awards. Click below to read more!

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2025 Awards of Excellence Celebration

04.29.2025

The Atlanta Press Club Awards of Excellence celebrates the best of journalism from the previous year. Awards are given within print, broadcast, and digital...

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