About Michael

As Managing Editor, Michael Bush heads up the staff of the Altus Times newsroom. Not only does he make decisions about the stories and photos that appear in the paper, but also reports, writes and takes his own photos. Along with the day-to-day copy decisions, he also designs and lays out the paper for publication. Michael has over 27 years experience in the newspaper industry, working in various positions at newspapers in both Oklahoma and Texas. Give him a call at 580-482-1221, or e-mail him at ateditor@altustimes.com with news tips or story ideas.

About Paula

Paula Peterson enjoys writing on a multiplicity of subjects from law enforcement to lifestyles. She covers news from our city and county government, including the Altus City Council, the Jackson County Commissioners, and Altus Public Schools. An anthropologist, Paula sees the importance of covering social, health and environmental issues in our community. She relishes researching for human interest stories. Email her at either ppeterson@heartlandpublications.com or prairiescribe@yahoo.com.

About Mark

As Sports Editor, Mark Glenn is in charge of the sports department at the Altus Times. Not only does he make decisions about the sports stories and sports photos that appear in the paper, he also reports, writes game stories, feature stories, columns and takes his own photos. Along with the day-to-day copy decisions, he also designs and and lays out the sports pages for publication. Mark has 34 years experience in the media industry, working in radio and the newspaper business. He has been at the Altus Times for 30 years. Give him a call at 580-482-1221, or e-mail him at mglenn@heartlandpublications.com with sports tips or story ideas.

About Damon

Damon McGuire is the news clerk for the Altus Times newsroom. His duties include typing copy and getting various items such as the weather box, TV listings and opinion items ready for publication. He also maintains the Altus Times website. If you have an story or photo to submit, you can send it Damon at mmguire@altustimes.com

About Sharon

About Dan

About Beth

Is your Cash Register feeling “down in the dumps” or just needs to ring more? Call Elizabeth “Beth” Daugherty who joined the advertising sales staff in February 2011 bringing with her experience in marketing. Give Beth a call at 580-482-1221 or Email edaugherty@heartlandpublications.com and ask her about the wide variety print and online of products available that will help make 2012 your best year ever and put the jingle back in your Cash Register.

About Adela

Adela Hughes says “Call me if you’d like to make more money” for your business. Adela is a longtime Altus resident who knows the area well and can help you design a campaign to boost your sales, build a brand, or make your business one of the area’s most recognized through a variety of print and online media products. Call Adela today at 580-482-1221 or Email her ahughes@heartlandpubications.com .

About Frances

Frances is the one to call when you’re ready to make some items disappear by placing a garage sale advertisement. And if you’re looking to hire qualified personnel Frances can help you place an employment ad that will reach not only Altus area applicants but applicants from all over the country. Frances is also the person to contact for all legal publication needs. Circulation