Editor to discuss 1st Amendment

Former Wichita Eagle editor W. Davis “Buzz” Merritt Jr. will speak about the First Amendment at 2 p.m. Saturday at Marion City Library.

Merritt, champion of movement known as public journalism, encouraging journalists to engage citizens in public discussion, is author of four books about journalism.

Admission for his talk will be free, but donations to Marion County Food Bank will be encouraged.

Because seating will be limited, registration is encouraged. Registrations are being accepted at (620) 382-2032 and sesieger@gmail.com.Marion County Democrats are sponsoring the appearance.