Tips for Writing a Letter to the Editor

  • Include Your Contact Information: Most newspapers will only print a letter to the editor after calling the author to verify his or her identity and address. Newspapers will not give out that information and will usually only print your name and city should your letter be published.
     
  • Be Clear and Concise: Keep your letters brief and to the point. Newspaper editors often edit for length, so try to keep your letter to less than 250 words.
     
  • State Your Point Early: Be sure to state your main point in the subject line and in the first sentence of the letter.
     
  • Keep to One Topic: Keep your letters focused on one subject.

The Covington Leader (Tipton County)
Twice Weekly Newspaper
2001 Highway 51 S
Covington TN, 38019-3631

Phone: 901-476-7116
Fax: 901-476-0373
Email:
lclements@covingtonleader.com
Web site:www.covingtonleader.com

 

The Millington Star (North Shelby)
Weekly Newspaper
5107 Easley StreetS
Millington TN, 38053

Phone: 901-872-2286
Fax: 901-872-2965
Email:
mstar@bigriver.net
Web site:www.millingtonstar.com

 

The Commercial Appeal (Memphis)
Daily Newspaper
495 Union Ave
Memphis TN, 38103-3221

Phone: 901-529-2788
Fax: 901-529-6445
Email:
kushma@gomemphis.com
Web site: www.gomemphis.com

 

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