About us

Laura Tennant’s career in journalism is a remarkable story of perseverance, passion, and community devotion. A lifelong Dayton resident, Tennant fulfilled her dream of becoming a journalist in 1987 after raising six children—proving that it is never too late to pursue one’s calling. Over the next three decades, she became …

Guy Louis Rocha is one of Nevada’s most respected and prolific historians—an impassioned defender of historical truth, an unrelenting myth-buster, and a steward of the state’s archival heritage. As the longtime Nevada State Archivist and Historian, Rocha’s legacy is defined by his unwavering commitment to historical accuracy and public education, …

Steven R. Ranson’s career is a testament to the power of journalism rooted in service, community, and excellence. Over the course of more than three decades, Ranson built a reputation as one of Nevada’s most respected local news leaders, serving as journalist, editor, mentor, military officer, and civic contributor. His …

Frank McCulloch, the son of a pioneer Nevada ranch family, rose to national prominence as a fearless war correspondent, respected newsroom leader, and enduring advocate for a free and independent press. His career spanned more than four decades and left an indelible mark on American journalism. A proud Nevadan, McCulloch …

Bill Hughes was more than a photographer—he was a visual storyteller who transformed moments into meaning and images into narratives. Through his lens, the changing face of Las Vegas came into sharp focus, revealing its glitz and grit, its contradictions and humanity. Over the course of a 30-year career in …

Jake Highton’s lifelong devotion to journalism—as a reporter, editorial writer, columnist, author, and educator—cemented his legacy as one of Nevada’s most passionate defenders of the press and chroniclers of its history. His work spanned decades and disciplines, unified by his unwavering commitment to journalistic integrity, intellectual rigor, and the written …

Mary Hausch is a trailblazer whose contributions to journalism and education have left an indelible mark on Southern Nevada. Over a career that spans decades, she broke barriers, mentored generations, and stood unwavering in her pursuit of truth and equity in the newsroom. In the 1970s and 1980s, Mary served …

Eight journalists who had a lasting impact in Nevada will be inducted into the Nevada Newspaper Hall of Fame next month, the Nevada Press Foundation announced today. Mary Hausch, Jake Highton, Bill Hughes, Frank McCulloch, Steve Ranson, Guy Rocha, Laura Tennant and Charles Zobell will be honored at a lunch …

On December 1, Brian Allfrey and the Utah Press Association (UPA) will replace Richard Karpel and Karpel Public Affairs as the executive director and manager of the Nevada Press Association (NPA) and Nevada Press Foundation (NPF). Karpel announced earlier this year that he would be moving out of state to …

Las Vegas Review-Journal Executive Editor Glenn Cook and The Nevada Independent environmental reporter Daniel Rothberg were elected as the volunteer leaders of the Nevada Press Foundation (NPF) and the Nevada Press Association (NPA), respectively, at the annual meetings of the organizations that were held earlier this month. Cook (picture at …