From Layoff to Top Syndicated Cartoonist | Lexington News

Laid off in 2013, Joe Heller didn’t quit—he turned his passion into a powerhouse. Now running Heller Syndication, he’s the reigning king of self-syndicated editorial cartoons, with work appearing in over 400 newspapers and major outlets like USA Today and The New York Times. Packed with accolades—including ten Gannett Awards and eight Milwaukee Press Club honors—Heller proves that setbacks can spark unstoppable momentum. Still drawing weekly and contributing to the NKY Tribune, he’s showing the world that creativity never retires. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://nkytribune.com/2026/09/joe-heller-cartoonist-on-news-the-bers-polls-that-are-up-star-trek-liberty-laments/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f81f3d736c1fb808 Report issues to [email protected].