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Washington Park Profile
617 E. Jewell Ave.
Denver, CO 80210
303-778-8021 phone
303-778-7918 fax
wpprofile@qwest.net
Who We Are
Debbie Brown founded the Washington Park Profile in October 1978 as an open community exchange published monthly, by and for residents of the Washington Park area. By the early 1980s, the mission had grown to one of "promoting the unity and revitalization of this neighborhood," and by the mid-90s the paper's reach had grown to include the neighborhoods of south-central and near southeast Denver, including Cherry Creek, the community surrounding the University of Denver and some 20 other neighborhoods. While striving for objective news coverage, The Profile has steadfastly supported the efforts of the residents of Denver's southeast quadrant to protect and enhance the quality of life in their community.
The Profile's 16,000 papers are distributed each month through a system of some 250 distribution points in grocery markets, restaurants, retail shops, recreation centers and the like, as well as outdoor boxes in the area bounded roughly by the Platte River, Quebec St., 6th Ave. and the south city limits. Mail subscriptions are available for $35 per year.
Features included in each Washington Park Profile include: Front Page News, From The Publisher's Point of View, Business As Usual, School News & Views, People Of South Denver, Neighborhood News, A Representative View, Letters To The Editor, Classified and Service Directory Advertising, Home Sweet Home (real estate advertising), Arts & Entertainment, Calendar of Events, BITES (restaurant coverage) and more.
Paul Kashmann began his career with The Profile as an Advertising Executive in November 1978. Finding the world of journalism an unexpectedly fine fit, Kashmann began writing for the fledgling publication shortly thereafter, moving quickly into the role of Editor, and then replacing Brown as Publisher in early 1983.
Eileen Abbattista joined The Profile in January 1995. Hired initially as an administrative assistant, Abbattista's journalistic talents, relentless attention to detail, and commitment to the community quickly led to an expanded role as both Office Manager and Editor. Abbattista is a determined advocate for the many registered neighborhood organizations that serve the residents of south-central and near southeast Denver, a consistent promoter of environmental concerns, and as a loyal supporter of Denver Public Schools.
Dawn E. Spelke was hired in 1996 to coordinate The Profile's monthly Calendar of Events. Bolstered by a degree in journalism and a natural gift as a writer, Spelke serves both as Associate Editor and occasional columnist. Along with Eileen Abbattista, she is directly responsible for the editorial accuracy that has become a hallmark of The Profile's publication style. She now fills the role of Art Director, as well as Advertising Executive for the neighborhoods east of University Blvd., including Lowry, Cherry Creek and the Colorado Blvd. corridor.
Familiar names to all Profile readers, columnists Joan Hinkemeyer and Diana Helper have each graced our pages for some 25 years. Hinkemeyer's Gardening column continues to be among the most well-read Profile pages each month, while Helper's University Park News & Views has been an indispensable source of information for the University of Denver neighborhood for the past quarter century. Susan Dugan began her Profile career in 1996 covering the many public and private schools serving south Denver families. Dugan, who writes professionally for a variety of noted national publications, is presently heading into her 9th year chronicling the diverse individuals who make up our corner of the globe through her popular People of South Denver column.
Tim Berland has been the indispensable graphic heart and soul of Washington Park Profile since 1989. Under the moniker of Timberland Graphics, Berland is responsible for advertising design and the physical layout of each edition. He is a creative force doing his best to keep The Profile fresh and up-to-date, as well as our technological savior. Tim, along with assistant graphic guru Joe "Back In The Hills" O'Leary, fills similar shoes at a number of Denver's most respected monthly publications.
The Profile is most fortunate to have a pair of dedicated denizens of distribution responsible for seeing that The Profile finds its way into the hands of our readers promptly each and every month. Cathy Howell oversees our distribution program, ensuring that our paper is present in every south Denver location welcoming newspaper delivery. Fred Poindexter splits the distribution duties, and is a familiar face in the Washington Park East and Cherry Creek communities, as well as the neighborhoods east of Colorado Blvd.
Rounding out our current production crew are a dedicated group of stringers including: Don Preziosi, Art Guerin, Amy Allen, Ed Schott, Randy Crawford, Newly West and other occasional writers.
The Profile is published on the first Friday of each month, with deadline for advertising and editorial copy set at the fourth Wednesday of the preceding month. On months when the first Friday does not roll around until the 7th of the month, publication takes place on the last Friday of the previous month.
