高二英语（必修五）unit 4文章How to Write a Good News Story.docVIP

How to Write a Good News Story! Thanks to the Scouters on Scouts-L who contributed to this page. As you know, it is wonderful to watch our youth as they grow through the Scouting program in character, citizenship and moral and physical fitness! Everyone in our community should know what we are doing and the great education our youth are obtaining through Scouting. Consider having a publicity person in your unit. The local newspapers and TV stations are looking for community stories so we have a great opportunity to tell our story. News releases are easy to write up and many newspapers and TV stations now have email addresses that you can send them to. Dont forget to send releases to your local church, educational, community or corporate newsletters! Every news release should be written to answer the essential questions of any news item, commonly called the five Ws plus one H: Who will do it? What will they do? When will they do it? Where will they do it? Why will they do it? How will they do it The structure of the news release is important. It must be written so that the reader has the essential information at the outset. The lead, usually the first paragraph or two, should summarize the five Ws to give the reader an overview. The rest of the paragraphs will answer the six questions. The longer the news release, the better the reader will understand the news. The news release should be typed double-spaced. The top of the page should include a title, contact name, and telephone number. ALWAYS include the Council Web site address, from there people can find out more about what we do and how to join. Note that if a paper prints your news release and needs to trim off for space, they will trim from the bottom. News releases should be sent out for all sorts of activities, including, but not limited to: Special trips Parent s Nights Special events Social Activities Service Projects Election of Officers Pinewood Derbies Spring and Fall Recruiting Photos catch