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Randy Jones

  • Communications Specialist and Freelance Writer, Freelance
As seen in: The News & Observer, Bloomberg Law, Timeline, Bloomberg Industry Group, Sudbury Northern Life, Tech Sideline, Saints Report, The Wilson Times
Father, former journalist who somehow ended up here. UofVirginia ('93) and Arizona State ('98) grad/Lucero fanatic. #BLM -30-

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Randy Jones’s Biography

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I started writing when I was a kid—mostly stuff about dogs, cats, bugs, baseball, and my mom. But throughout my life and many years of diverse work experience and exploration, there has been one common theme: a fascination with storytelling. Shortly after graduating college with a degree in economics, I found myself pulled into the world of journalism and communications.

I was hooked, working up to 70 hours a week on the student paper and enjoying every minute. I traveled all over the country …

Randy Jones’s Journalist Portfolio

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Bud Newsletter July 2017

Bud Newsletter July 2017

Monthly newsletter sent out to utility customers. Responsible for coordinating between all departments within…

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Town of Cary : News Release 1

Town of Cary : News Release 1

Jack Smith Park, one of 31 park areas currently open in the town, is a 50-acre tract that was formerly the Ba…

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GoCary adds Sunday service, other enhancements

GoCary adds Sunday service, other enhancements

News release for the expansion of services for GoCary, the Town's public transportation system. Highlight…

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A new pitch (Feature story)

A new pitch (Feature story)

Soccer was the last thing on the minds of Isaiah White and Dwanya Williams-Sutton when they transferred from …

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ECU honors Yow

ECU honors Yow

Article on former N.C. State women's basketball coach Kay Yow from her final season with the Wolfpack. Touche…

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A time to work, a time to play

A time to work, a time to play

Feature story on Marbury High School star running back Dwayne White, who lost both his parents under tragic c…

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Desean Hamilton Released

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By Randy Jones
| Saints Report
en.wikipedia.org A possibility? What’s the buzz about him? Why are they releasing him, and what would he bring to the team? Is he a slot guy?
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2019-2020 Virginia Tech Athletics Financial Report

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By Randy Jones
| Tech Sideline Verified
All Hokie, All the Time. Period. Share on your favorite social network: (Ivan Morozov, 2018) This is my annual update of the Virginia Tech Athletics financial information for the year ended June 30, 2020 (FY 2020). As noted in past reports, the following standard caveats and comments are made: The 2020 data includes the 2019 football season and the 2019/2020 basketball season.
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2018-19 Virginia Tech Athletics Financial Report

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By Randy Jones
| Tech Sideline Verified
All Hokie, All the Time. Period. Share on your favorite social network: (Ivan Morozov) This is my annual update of the Virginia Tech Athletics financial information for the year ended June 30, 2019 (FY 2019). As noted in past reports, the following standard caveats and comments are made: The 2019 data includes the 2018 football season and the 2018/2019 basketball season.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

Wrote an article on a boxer while in college for The Daily Progress in Charlottesville, Va. I read it once in a van, never saw it again.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes. Learned how to type on one. Still like to pull one out and just type sometimes.

How is social media changing news?

Greater access, but also the expectation of "free."
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