The producers of the E! Entertainment Network show “Too Young To Kill” made a trip to Idaho to interview Patti Murphy about the Sarah Johnson murder trial. Sarah Johnson was 15 years old living in Bellevue, Idaho when she took a high powered hunting rifle and murdered her mother and father because they objected to her dating an older man. Murphy had provided daily newspaper coverage of the 6-week trial in 2005 as a freelance reporter for the Twin Falls Times-News, working alongside national reporters from Court TV, 20/20, and Dateline NBC. Her reporting was picked up nationally by the Associated Press, and it won a first place award of excellence from the Idaho Press Club. She previously has been interviewed about the trial by other national network shows on the Discovery Channel and the Oxygen Channel.
April 3rd, 2010
Tags: E! Entertainment, Patti Murphy, Sarah Johnson murder trial, Too Young to Kill
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Most people have experienced some level of bully behavior in the workplace but unfortunately, there is no law that will protect workers from the bully boss. This article looks at the serious problem that infects workplaces throughout the U.S. and the world, its affect on workers, and ideas on how to combat it.
Bullies In the Boardroom
March 22nd, 2010
Tags: bully boss, work place bullying
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Fantastic Voyage!
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CSI and Micron Partnership
December 15th, 2009
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Over the years, Patti Murphy has written and edited various client newsletters. These have ranged from technical medical publications, to more conversational publications such as the Idaho Fish & Wildlife Foundation’s quarterly publication, linked below:
Idaho Fish & Wildlife Foundation Newsletter (PDF)
November 29th, 2009
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During the summer of 2008, two national companies – Purina and SC Johnson – teamed up to create a new national dog event – the National Diving Dog Tour Presented by Oust and Purina. The event, held at state fairs in five cities across the country, featured everyday dogs competing for the longest dive off of a dock into a 20,000 gallon pool. The event producer, Ketchum-based Carson International, Inc., selected Murphy Media Services to develop and manage a public relations campaign to create awareness in New Jersey, Wisconsin, California, Tennessee and Georgia.
The goal was three pronged: Gain media attention, reach dog owners who may be interested in entering their dog in the competition, and create enough buzz to fill the bleachers. Although this was a national campaign, we knew that it was really a local story, e.g., “local dogs get their chance to compete in for a national championship.” The challenge was to create a buzz about an event that had never taken place before. The result of this strategy was outstanding. During the two-month campaign, the event enjoyed tens of thousands of dollars in earned media placement that reached nearly 6 million people. This was in addition to a number of You Tube videos, dog blogs and other word-of-mouth promotion posted on social networking sites by interested private citizens.
November 22nd, 2009
Posted in Client news, Media Pitching, News, Successes
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Written and produced by Patti Murphy, this public service video was part of a very successful campaign to encourage Idahoans to donate to Veterans Services through a check-off box on tax forms. The first year of the campaign, more than $43,000 was raised through the campaign. Video production was donated by KTRV Fox 12. To view the PSA, please click on this link. Veterans Tax Donation PSA
November 12th, 2009
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Solid Installers, LLC, just opened a new office at 104 E. Fairview Ave, in Meridian, Idaho, and are offering a unique and cost effective approach to commercial sub-contracting services. They provide a full range of construction tradesmen services that can be put on a job from start to finish. The beauty of this “team approach” is that a general contractor could simply sub-contract with Solid Installers and get a complete team of construction specialists, rather than hiring out to multiple subs, which means multiple contracts, more overhead and headaches. Solid Installers teams specialize in the full range of commercial remodeling and tenant finish work including: demolition, concrete cutting and removal structural and non-structural wood framing, metal stud framing, , drywall, grid work, ceramic tile, FRP , restroom accessories, painting, vinyl wall covering, custom cabinetry and equipment, fixture and decor package installation.
Their projects have included restaurants, retail shops, salons, and offices. Licenses are held in Idaho, Utah and Washington.
In this economy, streamlining while maintaining the highest level of professionalism and service is a great idea! Call Jason Jessup, Tom Bailey and Dennis Currie for more information at 208-866-7638.
October 14th, 2009
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