Tim Skillern
I am the director of news-editorial for the Yahoo! Contributor Network. I work with Yahoo! News and Associated Content. Previously, I've toiled as a videographer, copy editor and/or sportswriter for the Rocky Mountain News, the Boulder Daily Camera and the Austin American-Statesman. Long before that, I was a generalized peon at the Wendy's on Union Boulevard in Lakewood, Colo.
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Print journalism from the University of Colorado at BoulderInterests
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Readers' Stories: How September 11 Changed UsHow did September 11 change you? That's the question Yahoo! is asking its contributors and readers as we approach the 10 years since the attacks on America.Also published on: -
Readers' Stories: Thank You, Space Shuttle, and FarewellAs the space shuttle program ends, we asked readers, contributors and NASA veterans to share their memories.Also published on: -
AIDS at 30: First-Person Experiences from HIV/AIDS CaregiversYahoo! Contributor Network writers who have cared for HIV/AIDS patients share their thoughts about the disease, its victims and the continuing struggles against the pandemic.Also published on:
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Viewers Share Favorite Royal Wedding MomentsCountless viewers watched Friday's royal wedding of Prince William to Catherine Middleton. We asked royal wedding enthusiasts and casual observers for their quick-hit reactions: What were their favorite moments?Also published on: -
Recession turns more American workers to the WebMore Americans are relying on the Web to weather rough patches in the still-downturn economy. At the Yahoo! Contributor Network, we asked readers and contributors to share their stories.Also published on:
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Stories of Contributors' Civil War AncestorsApril 12 marks the 150th anniversary of the Confederacy's attack on Fort Sumter that triggered the start of the U.S. Civil War. At the Yahoo! Contributor Network, we asked readers and contributors to write short pieces about their Civil War ancestors.Also published on: -
Royal Wedding RoundupFrom the costs of William and Kate's nuptials to royal weddings throughout history, here's an ongoing wrap of content written by Yahoo! Contributor Network writers about the upcoming wedding.
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2010 Denver Zombie Crawl PhotosA record-breaking number of Denver-area resident crawled and groped their way through the streets of Denver in October. Here are some photos. -
2010 AC Election ContentAssociated Content Contributors were once again instrumental in providing in-depth election coverage from all corners of the country. Here's a sampling. -
Pick Your 2010 NCAA Bracket with Smart-Aleck Turtles and Al BundyHow should you pick your 2010 NCAA bracket? Here are six obvious -- but often overlooked -- methods. -
How to Choose Images, Photos and Pictures for Associated ContentThis tutorial explains how Associated Content "crops" images for display on articles and category fronts. -
How Do I Claim an Assignment at Associated Content?This four- or five-step process shows you how to claim an assignment at Associated Content. -
Avoid Keyword Problems and Awkward Writing in News StoriesWhen your Associated Content news story lands at the top of search results, it's likely to be seen by thousands of readers. That's why it's important we publish quality content. -
Denver Tornado Sirens, June 14Sound from Denver tornado sirens on June 14, 2009. -
Eating at Tom's in Denver, March 4Eating at Tom's Home Cookin' in north Denver can take more than an hour, but it can be captured in 12 seconds. -
Ping Pong Rally from the Paddle's PerspectiveHere is a first-person perspective from my ping pong paddle using a Flip Mino video camera. That's Tom on the opposite side. -
Selection Sunday 2009: NCAA Tournament Brackets and SeedsOn Selection Sunday 2009, Louisville, Pittsburgh, Memphis and North Carolina nabbed No. 1 seeds on the 2009 NCAA tournament bracket following tumultuous conference battles that knocked likely No. 1 seeds around. -
Text of President Barack Obama's Inaugural AddressFrom the Associated Press, the text of President Barack Obama's inaugural address on Tuesday, as prepared for delivery. -
Mike Shanahan Fired by Denver BroncosThe Denver Broncos on Tuesday fired longtime coach Mike Shanahan following an 8-8 season in which the Broncos blew a three-game lead and missed the playoffs.
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AC's 2008 Homepage Election CoverageNine Content Producers led AC's homepage election coverage, writing in 10 shifts from early Tuesday morning through late Wednesday evening about the 2008 presidential election and major state ballot issues. -
How to Edit Display Only News SubmissionsThis simple seven-step process should eliminate any confusion when you edit a Display Only news submission. -
2008 Electoral Map PredictionsNavigating the 2008 presidential election and electoral map offers differing views, predictions and outcomes. Comparing 2004 with 2008 is telling. -
News Town Hall from Sept. 17, 2008Here is a near replication of the June 18, 2008, Town Hall. -
How to Use AC's Linking ToolHere is a quick and rather rough outline on how to use AC's linking tool in Firefox 2. It's similar in other browsers. -
Full Text of Barack Obama's SpeechHere is the full text of Senator Barack Obama's speech Thursday night at the Democratic National Convention. -
Obama Supporters Filling Invesco70,000 strong are heading to Invesco Field at Mile High Stadium on foot and bicycle this evening in Denver. -
Barack Obama Look-Alike Joins RallyAbout 300 people marched to Denver's Lincoln Park on Thursday to rally for immigration reform. -
DNC Photos at Civic Center ParkProtestors and businesses advertised their views and wares at Civic Center Park on Sunday, Aug. 24. -
DNC Stories, Photos, Videos from Associated ContentHere is a collection of DNC stories, videos and photo slide shows from Content Producers and delegates covering the 2008 Denver convention for Associated Content.
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Report: Joe Biden is Barack Obama's Vice Presidential Running MateDelaware Sen. Joe Biden has been chosen as the Democratic Party's vice presidential running mate. Speculation had focused on Biden, who unsuccessfully ran for the Democratic nomination, for more than a week. -
News Town Hall from June 18, 2008Here is a near replication of the June 18, 2008, Town Hall. -
Tim Russert Dies at 58Tim Russert, the longtime host of NBC's "Meet the Press," died of an apparent heart attack, his family said, according to various media reports.
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Ultimate Call for Content Winner and Runners-UpOut of nearly 1,000 submissions, Rodney Southern's story about survival skills for the American upper-middle class was picked as the winner of Associated Content's Ultimate Call for Content contest.
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Rodney Southern Wins Ultimate Call For ContentCapturing the economic anxiety of consumers everywhere, Rodney Southern won the $5,000 prize in Associated Content's "Ultimate Call for Content" contest, the company announced on Tuesday. -
Kickball Game This SundayKickball Game this Sunday. Bring your cleats.
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The Ultimate Call for Content ContestEvery day, Content Producers at Associated Content have the opportunity to go beyond their own choice of what to publish and pick up one of our many Calls for Content. Today, they can claim a call that's their chance at $5,000. -
John Edwards Endorses Barack ObamaFormer Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards has endorsed front-runner Barack Obama. -
AC Live: Pennsylvania PrimaryFour AC Content Producers blogged about the Pennsylvania Primary starting Monday and continued into the late hours on Tuesday.
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Content Producers Remember Martin Luther King's AssassinationSome AC Content Producers remember April 4, 1968, with alarming clarity: the tension, anger, rioting and the assassination of Martin Luther King. Here are nine accounts from CPs who ranged in age from nine to 20. -
Movies Opening Super Bowl WeekendFor those not in the mood for another Super Bowl Sunday, movie theaters across the country can supply plenty of high-brow and brain-dead entertainment.
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Associated Content Reveals 2007 People's Media AwardsAssociated Content, the leading online platform for people who want to create content, named the winners of its 2007 People's Media Awards, distributing cash prizes and recognition to some of Associated Content's highest-performing Content Producers. -
Heath Ledger Found Dead, New York Police SayActor Heath Ledger has been found dead in his apartment, according to the New York Police Department and several news organizations, including CNN and the Associated Press. -
Associated Content Launches Site RedesignJust in time for the start of a new year, Associated Content unveiled a new look across its site on January 3, 2008, highlighting a cleaner design and more dynamic content display.
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2008 NFL First Round Draft OrderHere is a tentative look at the order of the 2008 NFL draft. -
List of Rumored Baseball Players on Mitchell ReportIn what might be the most-circulated e-mail of the year, the names of dozens of baseball players suspected of steroid use are moving from inbox to inbox on Thursday.
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A Holiday Lights Guide, Coast to CoastIt'd take Santa-like endurance to visit dozens of holiday light displays in every corner of America. We've got Santa one better. -
Oprah's 2007 List of Her Favorite ThingsHere is a list of Oprah's 2007 Favorite Things that she talked about on her show on Tuesday. -
Analysis: One Year Before the 2008 Presidential ElectionWhat can Ron Paul teach Rudy Giuliani about the 2008 presidential race? GOP frontrunners should pay more attention to the fringe candidates. -
Release Genarlow Wilson from Prison, Court SaysGenarlow Wilson, a Georgia teenager who was convicted of aggravated child molestation for consensual oral sex with a 15-year-old girl, will be released from prison, the state's Supreme Court ordered Friday in a 4-3 decision.
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Colorado Rockies World Series Tickets Only Available at ColoradoRockies.comRockies fans waiting since 1993 for a trip to the World Series will need to wait a bit longer -- until next Monday, Oct. 22 -- when World Series tickets will go on sale. -
Eva Longoria Sex Tape? More Likely a HoaxIs there an Eva Longoria sex tape on the Web? Photos and videos showing celebrities in compromising positions particularly without clothes are just about as scorching a topic on the Internet as it gets.
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Smashburger is GoodI was skeptical about Smashburger, a relatively new burger joint in Denver. In part, this is due to its location: Smashburger is in Glendale, commonly referred to as the Armpit of Denver. And online reviews of Smashburger didn't beg me to brave it, either. -
An Interview with Andrew Keen, Author of The Cult of the AmateurAuthor Andrew Keen says amateurs can't write whatever they want - especially on topics like Iraq - because their facts, expertise and judgment are suspect. -
Colorado State Capitol Staffer Recounts Fatal Shooting Outside Governor's OfficeAn employee in Colorado Gov. Bill Ritter's office heard six gun shots Monday afternoon after a man entered the State Capitol, waved a gun and said, "I am the emperor and I'm here to take over state government." -
Media Outlets Have a Different Take on Bush's Meeting with Putin in MaineThe BBC, the Associated Press, Reuters, USA Today and Al Jazeera covered the summit in Maine in slightly different ways.