Our History The Arizona Newspapers Association (ANA) was established in 1930 and incorporated in 1956. It is the successor to the Arizona Press Association of 1905, and the Arizona Daily Newspaper Association of 1922. The Association is governed by an 11-member board of directors elected by the member newspapers. The ANA is a nonprofit trade association representing more than 92 Arizona newspapers. Our Vision Uniting strong newspapers for a better Arizona. Our Mission To advance the business interests of Arizona news media companies and to promote a free and independent press.