Newspaper columns

I've been toying with the idea of proposing a local genealogy newspaper column for beginners to teh hobby and intermediates who have dabbled in family history. I've looked at some other long-running columns and the usual online columns and blogs, like Eastman's, and I believe that I can do a good job here for the local market. I have the expertise, knowledge, decades of experience in dealing with the public and teaching genealogy workshops.

Now I'm researching what it takes to "pitch" a column to a newspaper and then I'll prepare a proposal. What are your suggestions?