via NationalDayCalendar: Jasmine Monroe Wkyc-TV
April 4th is National Hug a Newsperson Day (formerly National Hug a Newsman Day). Each year this day gives everyone the opportunity to say “thank you” and hug their local newsperson.
The Merriam-Webster dictionary tells us that the word “newsman” dates back to 1596. They have been working hard for many years to bring us the news from around the world.
A few well-known newspersons include:
- Tom Brokaw
- Barbara Walters
- David Brinkley
- Katie Couric
- Walter Cronkite
- Peter Jennings
- Barbara Walters
HOW TO OBSERVE
If you aren’t able to hug your newsperson, you can send them a virtual one. Use #HugANewspersonDay to post on social media
