RTICLE The League of Women Voters of South Central Texas announces that registration for its “Community News Writing: A Community Journalism Workshop” is nearing capacity, with only a few seats remaining. Interested residents are encouraged to register now to secure their spot in this free, four-week program.
The workshop begins Monday, October 27, 2025, and will continue on November 10, November 24, and December 8, meeting from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Schulenburg Public Library, 310 Simpson Street in Schulenburg.
”We’ve been thrilled by the enthusiastic response from our community,” said Janis Richardson, Co-President of the League of Women Voters of South Central Texas. “With just a handful of seats left, we encourage anyone interested in telling our community’s stories to sign up now before registration closes.”
The workshop is open to all residents of the League’s fivecounty service area, which includes Colorado, DeWitt, Fayette, Gonzales, and Lavaca Counties. No prior writing experience is necessary, and there is no charge to participate. However, attendance at all four sessions is expected to ensure participants gain the full benefit of the hands-on training and professional feedback offered throughout the course.
This initiative is part of the League’s Local News and Democracy project, which recognizes the vital role local journalism plays in fostering community connection and promoting democratic participation. Participants will learn practical skills for contributing meaningful stories to local newspapers as volunteer community journalists, complementing the excellent work already being done by our community newspapers.
League member Elota Patton will serve as Lead Instructor, with Richardson facilitating. The course will feature special guest journalists and educators from South Central Texas who will provide expert guidance and feedback on participants’ work.
Don’t miss this opportunity to become a storyteller for your community. Register today at www.lwvsouthcentraltx. org before seats fill up.
For more information or to register, contact: Janis Richardson, League of Women Voters of South Central Texas Email: president@ lwvsouthcentraltx. org Phone: 361-772-3228
