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Can locals save local news?

February 8, 2023

A new report concludes that the future of local journalism is dependent on investment in "civic media practitioners" who can provide accurate and valuable information to area residents -- not on trying to save legacy for-profit news operations. According to "The Roadmap for Local News" lead authors, "too much time and energy has been spent propping up and mourning the declining legacy systems." Instead, they say, sources including public librarians, residents documenting public meetings, and community groups offering information about local services should be funded and supported.

Read more of the Niemanlab story here. 

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