In Wrightsville Beach, N.C., I embarked on perhaps my greatest adventure in journalism, where for three years I owned and operated the town’s weekly newspaper, the Lumina News. From 2017-2020, I took on the role of newspaper publisher, adding new skills and experiences to my journalism background.
I began work at the Lumina News in 2015 as the newspaper’s news director, where I produced several reports each week, while also overseeing three reporters, as well as interns. In this role, I generated a full spectrum of content, from news writing to editing to photography to social media posts. As a result of my efforts, my work was recognized by the North Carolina Press Association, including in 2016 a first-place award for online breaking news coverage and a second-place award for best multimedia project.
In 2017, I assumed the role of publisher, adding a host of new duties, responsibilities and challenges. I navigated the newspaper through Hurricane Florence in 2018, when the town was evacuated for more than a week due to the storm. Though I was unable to keep the newspaper operating due to a deteriorating environment for print media, the experience greatly expanded my knowledge of the publishing industry and gave me a keener insight into the field of journalism.
2019 selected works for Lumina News | Terry Lane
Teenage cancer survivor’s dramatic finish inspires at Carolina Cup PHOTOS: In memory of ‘JBV’: Hundreds gather on WB to say farewell to restaurateur, philanthropist Josh Vach Friends remember Charlie Maultsby’s generosity, impact on local community Friends remember humor, spirit of
2018 selected works for Lumina News | Terry Lane
Wrightsville Beach officials identify man who died in Saturday ocean rescue, praise lifeguard response Divers find ring in channel, giving boy a second opportunity PHOTOS: Grassroots organization Port City Proud offers tree removal service as part of hurricane relief fundraising
2017 selected works from Lumina News | Terry Lane
Student scientist successfully tagged shark that bit man in Wrightsville Beach Bluegrass styles come together in Wrightsville Beach Wrightsville Beach bar’s Toys for Tots bike drive draws more than 100 donations Wrightsville Beach real estate market surging 2017 selected works
Lumina News photos 2017 | Terry Lane
Lumina News photos 2017
Award winning reporting for Lumina News | Terry Lane
At the Lumina News, Wrightsville Beach’s weekly newspaper, a wrote several pieces that were awarded by the North Carolina Press Association. Diver swims under fire to end shooting episode at marina 1st place – News Feature Writing (Division A –
Coverage of Hurricane Florence | Terry Lane
Hurricane Florence coverage as it hit Wilmington, N.C. Coverage of Hurricane Florence
