Virgen to senior editor at Modesto Bee

He had been assistant managing editor for audience development at The Day of New London, Conn., and formerly was online manager at the Walla Walla (Wash.) Union-Bulletin.

In Modesto, Virgen succeeds Keith Campbell, who had served as interim senior editor.

“We are thrilled to have Carlos join The Bee in this leadership role,” said Don Blount, McClatchy’s Central Valley executive editor. “His skills, experience and commitment to journalism and the community will be invaluable as we move forward.”