NSNC to Recognize 2026 Annual Columnist Contest Winners

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Consider a Gift to the NSNC Education Foundation

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

Bob Hill’s Column on the Passing of Richard Des Ruisseaux

“Richard Des Ruisseaux, long time Louisville Times humor columnist, fine left- handed golfing partner, tennis player, sandlot baseball dude, proud grandpa, journalism professor, copy editor, gentle consumer of Pappy Van Winkle bourbon, overall funny good guy and co-founder and a guiding force behind the National Society of Newspaper Columnists died on Sunday, Sept. 14. He…

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NSNC Mourns the Passing of Richard Des Ruisseaux

The passing of Richard Des Ruisseaux of Taylorsville, Kentucky leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on September 14, 2025. He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Robert and Ruth; his wife Susan; his son Douglas; his daughter-in-law Jess; his…

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Be a Part of NSNC’s “Giving Gratitude” Challenge

We’re inspired about the future of the National Society of Newspaper Columnists (NSNC) and we wanted to take the time to show gratitude to our members, peers, and long-time friends as we reflect on the nearly 50-year legacy of the organization. Get involved #NSNCGivingGratitudeChallenge https://givebutter.com/lhV0c9 One of our favorite things about the NSNC is that…

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Join Us on August 14 at 7 p.m. EST – The Power of Opinion Writing

The Power of Opinion Writing When: Thursday, August 14 at 7 p.m. EST The event is free, but a donation is suggested. (Choose between a free and a donation ticket type.) Presented by the Kiplinger Program in Public Affairs Journalism and National Society of Newspaper Columnists this online session will explore The Power of Opinion…

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