John Magsam: Northwest Arkansas Bureau Chief at the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

John Magsam serves as the Northwest Arkansas bureau chief for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, covering a diverse range of topics including the state’s casino, brewery and firearms industries. He similarly has editing responsibilities within the organization.

Early Career and Background

Magsam began his journalism career in 1993 at the Chillicothe Constitution Tribune in Chillicothe, Missouri. He joined the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette in 1999 and has been a key member of the reporting team since then. He is a graduate of Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, Arkansas.

Reporting Focus

Currently, Magsam’s reporting centers on business-related news in Northwest Arkansas. His coverage includes in-depth analysis of the growing casino sector, the craft brewery scene, and developments within the firearms industry in the state. He can be reached at jmagsam@nwaonline.com.

Recent Work

Magsam has recently covered topics such as the development of the 165-acre, mixed-use project called Drake Farms by Fayetteville-based Specialized Real Estate Group, which will include healthcare services [Arkansas Online]. He also reports on the Arkansas brewery industry, including features on breweries utilizing comedians to attract patrons [Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette].

Professional Profiles

• LinkedIn: John Magsam on LinkedIn
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