Third Annual 'Will Rogers Writing Contest' Is Announced

By: E&P Staff Entries are now being accepted for the 2008 Will Rogers Writing Contest.

The 2006-launched competition is open to anyone interested in Will Rogers (1879-1935) -- who was a newspaper columnist, movie star, and more.

Cash prizes include $200 for first place, $100 for second place, and $50 for third place.

Entrants submit an original essay of 500-750 words written in the style of Rogers. The deadline is Oct. 1, with winners announced Nov. 1, according to columnist and Rogers expert Robert Haught.

For more information, see the National Society of Newspaper Columnists Web site here. (Some scrolling down required.)