History of Journalism and a Critique of Today’s Journalism

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Event Type: Author Event Age Group(s): Adults, Seniors Date: 5/13/2023 Start Time: 1:00 PM End Time: 2:30 PM Description:  Tom Ryther spent 36 years in radio and TV covering news and sports after graduating from journalism school at the University of Missouri. During his career, he has personally interviewed Presidents Kennedy, Johnson, and Nixon along with many senators, newsmakers, and famous athletes including Muhammad Ali and Bud Grant. Be prepared to get the inside story from a true hands-on reporter and historian who spent 20 years in Minnesota with KSTP TV and KARE 11 TV. Tom will be joined by Jeff Lonto, the publisher of Tom's book, The Hummelsheim Kid. Q & A session to follow. For ages 16 and up. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Sponsored by City of Elk River. Library: Great River Regional Library - Elk River    Map Location: Meeting Room Status: Closed

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