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2025 Convention & Awards Banquet Photos

The Convention was held in Frankenmuth, Michigan
May 8-9, 2025

One of the most anticipated events at the Convention will be the presentation of awards at the Thursday night dinner.

We’ll announce the Newspapers of the Year for each category, best FOIA story, Rookie Writer, and, of course, honoring the Foundation’s Richard Milliman Journalist of the Year Award Winner.

Register today to take advantage of Early Bird Pricing and join us for a fun and educational time this Spring at the Bavarian Inn.

 

MPA ANNUAL CONVENTION

Michigan Press Association is pleased to announce our 2023 Convention, “Building for the future” will take place on Oct 25th -26th in Lansing, MI

Stay tuned for more information, including keynote speakers, events, and more!

Register for the 2023 MPA Convention!

Room Reservation

To make a room reservation please click on DoubleTree by Hilton Lansing

  • Once you select the room type, complete the Hotel Booking Form.
  •     For date adjustment needs, please change Check-in and Check-out date box at the top of site.
  • The booking form will ask for the guest details and email address.
  • Secure payment option is the section of the booking form that holds your credit card details. Input your credit card information.
  • Once you have completed this step click the “Make Reservation” button and your reservation will be sent immediately to the Hotel.

To make a room reservation by phone call (833) 904-2206. It is important that each of your guests identify themselves as part of the group, and provide us with the guest name, requested type of room, and the dates of the event.

Use the Promotional Code: “MPA” to receive your discounted group rate. 

VIEW THIS YEAR'S AGENDA!

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Thank you to the 2023 MPA Annual Convention Sponsors

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