Jennifer Heintzelman named publisher of Sauk Valley newspapers

Jennifer Heintzelman

Jennifer Heintzelman has been named publisher of Shaw Media’s Sauk Valley-based products, including the Telegraph and Daily Gazette, as well as Ogle County Newspapers, The Prairie Advocate, Whiteside News Publications, saukvalley.com and dozens of niche magazines. She was previously general manager of those titles.

Heintzelman has spent 26 years in the media industry at newspapers across northern Illinois, the last 14 years at Shaw Media. “The staff in Sauk Valley is committed to serving our audience through local journalism and connecting our business community with their clients,” Heintzelman said. “I’m incredibly proud to work with a group of talented professionals and look forward to the journey ahead for our team.”

Don Bricker, Shaw Media chief operating officer, previously held the publisher title for the Sauk Valley operations now being served by Heintzelman. “Jennifer is a valued leader within our company and the community,” Bricker said. “I look forward to continuing our work together to bring the strongest possible local news and marketing services to the Sauk Valley and northwestern Illinois communities we serve.”

Heintzelman is passionate about giving back and serving the community. She currently serves on the board of directors of United Way of Lee County, Dixon Chamber of Commerce and Main Street, Dixon Rotary Club and the Sauk Valley CEO. She is also a member of the Illinois Press Association Advertising/Marketing Committee.

Heintzelman and her husband Jeff reside in Dixon. They have a blended family of seven children and four dogs.

Dennis Anderson

Dennis Anderson

Dennis Anderson was the vice president of news operations for Shaw Media and editor of the Northwest Herald. He is nationally recognized for his community engagement work. Previously, we was Illinois Editor for GateHouse Media as well as executive editor of the Journal Star in Peoria, Illinois.