NSNC to Recognize 2026 Annual Columnist Contest Winners

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NSNC to Recognize 2026 Annual Columnist Contest Winners

The National Society of Newspaper Columnists (NSNC) President and Board of Directors are pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 Annual Columnist Contest at an online awards celebration on Thursday, July 23 at 7 p.m. EST. If you would like to join us for the awards ceremony, email nsncdirector@gmail.com for the Zoom link.

Join or Renew Your NSNC Membership

Welcome! Whether you write for newspapers, magazines, newsletters, trade journals or you create a podcast or write digital content, or you manage your own blog … whether you’re on staff, a freelancer, syndicated, self-syndicated or independent, if you write opinion or provide commentary, we invite you to join the National Society of Newspaper Columnists. Join us at https://www.columnists.com/join-or-renew-membership/.

Consider a Gift to the NSNC Education Foundation

The National Society of Newspaper Columnists Education Foundation is a tax-exempt charitable organization [501(c)3] devoted to the education and training of new and experienced columnists everywhere. Donate here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/NSNCEdFnd

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Welcome, Steve Aust

Hi, I’m Steve Aust, your new NSNC Executive Director. Two months ago, I couldn’t have imagined I’d be introducing myself to you. But, I’ve known Bonnie since high school, and, as fellow writers, we’ve periodically kept in touch.

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NSNC and Suzette Martinez Standring – 20 years

Suzette has been an absolute force in this organization since she stepped onto the scene in 2000. She’s served as president from 2004-2006 and was the 2017 Will Rogers Humanitarian Award recipient. She brings so much fun, life, and expertise to our organization and annual conferences. The NSNC is honored she will remain on the…

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