Wick Communications

11/12/2025

SIDNEY HERALD - Nature's greatest light show

Residents in the MonDak and across the Great Plains kept their eyes on the skies on Nov. 11 as the aurora lit up the night sky.

A coronal mass ejection from the sun created the display of Northern Lights in the United States the night of Nov. 11, with multiple outlets reporting sightings as far south as Texas and Florida.

✍ Wren Murphy (Sidney Herald)
📸 Submitted Photo
📍 Sidney, Montana

Read the full article at: https://www.sidneyherald.com/news/natures-greatest-light-show/article_a0eca5e0-e8f3-52ef-8289-2935ead2b18f.html

11/07/2025

Wick CFO Susan Ellis Named Finalist for Financial Executives International (FEI) Arizona 2025 CFO of the Year Award.

This prestigious recognition highlights Susan’s exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and unwavering dedication to the continued growth and stability of Wick Communications. Throughout her tenure, Susan has been a driving force in guiding the company through a rapidly evolving media landscape and positioning it for long-term success.

Susan’s ability to lead with confidence, communicate with clarity, and adapt to any challenge has made a big impact at Wick Communications.

Please join us in congratulating Susan Ellis on this well-deserved honor.

Wick Communications is proud to announce that Chief Financial Officer Susan Ellis has been named a finalist for the Financial Executives International (FEI) Arizona 2025 CFO of the Year Award . This prestigious recognition highlights Susan’s exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and unwa

11/06/2025

NOGALES INTERNATIONAL - Over 400 cyclists hit the road for Nogales Bicycle Classic

The 13th annual Nogales Bicycle Classic saw hundreds of cyclists and their supporters pack Morley Ave Saturday morning, lining up and zooming away in waves to Kino Springs, Patagonia, Sonoita and back.

This was the fourth year the Nogales event has served as the state championship race for Arizona’s chapter of USA Cycling, and registration just barely beat out last year to set a new record for the race, according to Joey Iuliano of AZ Cycling. In all, 431 racers tried their luck.

✍ Graham Krewinghaus (Nogales International)
📍 Nogales, Arizona

Read the full article at: https://www.nogalesinternational.com/news/over-400-cyclists-hit-the-road-for-nogales-bicycle-classic/article_67dbcc7f-788e-4078-8b73-095a0027ec1a.html

11/04/2025

Wick Communication’s Dan Shearer Inducted into the University of Arizona School of Journalism Hall of Fame

The University of Arizona School of Journalism has announced the induction of 15 distinguished alumni into its Hall of Fame this fall, honoring their extraordinary contributions to journalism and society. Among the honorees was Dan Shearer, Executive Editor of Wick Communications.

"I was honored to attend the ceremony, where Dan had the audience laughing throughout his heartfelt and humorous speech. He spoke about what truly inspires him — local coverage — from holding community leaders accountable to celebrating a small-town dog parade. His passion for meaningful, community-driven journalism was evident, and the audience’s laughter and applause said it all," said Dru Sanchez, Publisher of The Green Valley News, Sahuarita Sun and Nogales International.

Congratulations, Dan, on this well-deserved recognition!

10/30/2025

ARGUS OBSERVER - Over the years, the way your news is delivered has morphed and changed. Gone are the days when carriers would hit the streets with these aprons full of paper. (But we couldn't resist getting a photo in them when we found them recently.)

✍ Leslie Thompson (Argus Observer)
📸 Argus Observer
📍 Ontario, Oregon

10/24/2025

A huge thank you to everyone who was a part of the Bisbee 1000 last Saturday!

You can sign up for next year's event at bisbee1000.org. Can't wait to see you there!

10/10/2025

NOGALES INTERNATIONAL - Downtown Academy growing rapidly with unique teaching model

When he opened Downtown Academy as a public charter school in 2022, Valenzuela had no idea he would have this many students to keep tabs on. After an initial enrollment of 60, he said their numbers tripled to 180 by the following school year.

✍ Graham Krewinghaus (Nogales International)
📸 Graham Krewinghaus (Nogales International)
📍 Nogales, Arizona

Read the full article at: https://www.nogalesinternational.com/news/education/downtown-academy-growing-rapidly-with-unique-teaching-model/article_2f09be70-350c-4914-bb8b-7d190e8f36d9.html

10/07/2025

FRONTIERSMAN - Accessibility and connection: Mat-Su Health Foundation opens new scholarship space

Of the many ways that the Mat-Su Health Foundation (MSHF) supports and gives back to the community, the scholarship programs have made significant impacts on the lives of students pursuing careers in health or human services. To date, over $3 million in scholarships have been awarded as of April, 2025.

✍ Katie Stavick (Frontiersman)
📸 Katie Stavick (Frontiersman)
📍 Wasilla, Alaska

Read the full article at: https://www.frontiersman.com/news/accessibility-and-connection-mat-su-health-foundation-opens-new-scholarship-space/article_5147d627-7f38-4491-8fad-67ad726366c1.html

09/30/2025

MADISON DAILY LEADER - Trojans Give Back over 2,500 community service hours

With over $200,000 dollars raised for scholarships and 2,814 hours of community service completed, Dakota State University celebrated another successful Trojans Give Back day on Sept. 25.

Trojans Give Back, which takes place during the university's homecoming week, allows students, staff and faculty to get out into the Madison community to volunteer. Classes are dismissed in the afternoons to give time for everyone to take part.

✍ Wren Murphy (Madison Daily Leader)
📸 Wren Murphy (Madison Daily Leader)
📍 Madison, South Dakota

Read the full article at: https://www.madisondailyleader.com/news/local/article_b8b8ed4c-0493-4c6d-8cb7-46b984a74292.html

09/24/2025

ARGUS OBSERVER - Local boy’s wish to meet Buffalo Bills’ Josh Allen comes true

When Joseph McBride was undergoing chemotherapy and radiation for brain cancer, he made a wish: to meet Josh Allen, the quarterback for the Buffalo Bills. He said he thought his wish was a long shot, and wondered if Allen would come visit him in Seattle, where he was undergoing treatment.

✍ Leslie Thompson (Argus Observer)
📸 Alisha McBride (Courtesy Photo)
📍 Ontario, Oregon

Read the full article at: https://www.argusobserver.com/free_access/local-boy-s-wish-to-meet-buffalo-bills-josh-allen-comes-true/article_040d3265-415c-41fd-8a06-9705fec5ee4e.html

09/12/2025

Michele Rawlinson Joins Wick Communications as Controller.

“Michele’s proven experience and innovative mindset make her an outstanding addition to our team,” said Josh O'Connor, Chief Executive Officer of Wick Communications. “We are excited to see the positive impact she will have in enhancing our accounting operations and supporting our continued growth.”

https://wick.news/rawlinson-controller