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Should opinion journalism evolve or disappear? A live panel from the 2025 Mega-Conference

At a time when trust in journalism continues to erode, the future of opinion content is under intense scrutiny. Should newspapers continue publishing unsigned editorials and political endorsements, or is it time to rethink the role of opinion altogether? That was the focus of a live panel at the 2025 America’s Newspapers’ Mega-Conference, where more than 150 news executives gathered for this live panel discussion, to share strategies, struggles and shifting audience expectations. A candid, sometimes surprising conversation emerged about how opinion journalism must evolve — or risk becoming irrelevant.

Forget big tech — why small tools may save local media

Big tech has overpromised and underdelivered for local media. Now, E&P’s tech expert Guy Tasaka argues the real future lies in micro-SaaS, no-code tools, and affordable “good enough” solutions. After decades of enterprise complexity, small, scrappy platforms are finally solving the problems big vendors ignored — and doing it faster and cheaper. If you’re still waiting for the perfect system, you may already be falling behind.

Reporting from the front lines of rural health — before it’s too late

As local newsrooms shutter and rural stories go untold, KFF Health News is stepping into the gap — not with headlines from afar, but with reporters on the ground. Its Rural Health Desk is one of the few national initiatives committed to covering the health care challenges facing America’s smallest communities. Since its launch in 2022, the desk has produced hundreds of deeply reported stories, helping local outlets reach their audiences and policymakers understand what’s at stake. In a time when your ZIP code can determine your health outcome, this journalism could not be more essential.

Losing public funding won't kill public media: Ignoring the audience problem will

The biggest threat to public media isn’t the looming cut to federal funding — it’s that we’re losing our audience. While headlines scream about Congress gutting $535 million in support, the real crisis is quieter and far more dangerous: disconnection. Viewers are drifting, engagement is flatlining, and too many of us still act like it’s 1978. If we don’t start earning our place in people’s lives, no funding fight will save us.

News on the tundra: One man’s mission to cover Alaska’s last frontier

When most publishers face deadline pressure, they don’t also have to worry about snow machines or satellite links. But in Wasilla, Alaska, J. David McChesney is redefining local journalism with a mobile newsroom, tank treads and all. He’s not just publishing the Frontiersman — he’s literally chasing stories across a news desert the size of West Virginia. This is a story about what happens when one man turns the last frontier into a proving ground for modern community journalism.
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There was no president. There was no comedian. What remained at the White House Correspondents’ Association’s annual dinner on Saturday night were the journalists and the First Amendment. …

The Campbell family has announced the sale of The Argus-Press, a long-standing daily and weekly newspaper operation based in Owosso, Michigan, to Boone Newsmedia, Inc.
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) has announced that it has awarded five grants totaling $9.65 million to statewide public broadcasting networks in Louisiana, South Dakota, Wisconsin and Wyoming, as well as KUTE (KSUT Tribal Radio) in Colorado.
At the 2025 Mega-Conference, America’s Newspapers announced the formation of the State Advocacy Coalition (ANSAC) — a unified alliance of press associations and newspaper advocacy organizations coming together to protect and promote the role of local newspapers in their communities.
Amid global debates about press freedom, free speech and freedom on the internet, new surveys of 35 countries show there is a disconnect between how people rate the importance of these freedoms and how free they actually feel to express themselves.
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Saving the free press — before it’s too late

Press freedom is under attack — not in some distant land, but right here in the United States. From newsroom intimidation to funding cuts targeting public media, the threats are multiplying while public awareness remains dangerously low. In this powerful episode of E&P Reports, three key voices behind the Press Freedom United initiative expose the scope of the crisis — and what every publisher, journalist, and citizen can do about it. Sally Lehrman (The Trust Project), Anh-Thu Vo (PEN America), and Daniel Williams (BlueLena) don’t just ring the alarm — they offer a blueprint for action. If you care about the future of journalism in this country, this conversation is essential listening.

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Journalists face growing challenges in covering complex issues such as climate change, public health, economic policy and misinformation. SciLine — an American Association for the Advancement of Science project — has launched a free “Evidence-Based Reporting Toolkit” to support newsrooms in this evolving landscape. This resource connects reporters with subject-matter experts and provides essential tools for interpreting scientific studies and data across various beats.
Brady Teufel, the department chair and professor in the journalism program at California Polytechnic State University, says he is really proud that they have their eye on the future. The department just introduced a new concentration in media innovation and he says it is “one of the only schools in the nation leaning into media innovation as a field of study for journalism and PR students.” The expectation, he says, is that “we will be able to graduate students prepared for jobs that don't exist yet.”
Events benefit local news outlets, regardless of their size, geographic setting or specialized audiences. In this article, Editor & Publisher columnist Bob Sillick examines the positive effect of events on local news media, their communities and their business/revenue models.
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This year’s winner of the $25,000 Collier Prize for State Government Accountability is The Associated Press for its series, “Prison to Plate: Profiting off America’s Captive Workforce.”
The show, produced by Texas Monthly and broadcast on Texas PBS, will bring the award-winning magazine’s journalism from the page to the screen.
To ensure audiences can access crucial information in the aftermath of the Myanmar earthquake, the BBC World Service has added a direct-to-home satellite video channel to the platforms delivering BBC News Burmese content.
The Globe and Mail is launching a charitable foundation to provide education and training in journalism and fund research and reporting into pressing issues of public interest.
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Running a small newsroom shouldn’t mean running on empty. That’s why Nota is offering a special matching grant — covering most of the cost to bring powerful storytelling tools to local publishers. For just $99/month, eligible newsrooms can access the same AI-powered platform trusted by major media brands. Spots are limited, so find out if you qualify today.

BLOX Digital proudly announces the official public launch of BLOX NXT, its cutting-edge content management platform, which debuted April 3. Designed to transform how organizations create, manage and monetize content, this milestone marks BLOX Digital's boldest step forward in empowering content creators to thrive in an increasingly competitive digital landscape. The Spring 2025 BLOX Digital Drop is the ultimate showcase for the launch of the first public release of BLOX NXT, our next-generation content …
When Outlook News Group automated public notices in December, they knew it would make public notices easier for customers to post and their call center to service. What they didn’t anticipate is how quickly customers would adopt the new online ordering system.
It’s time to recognize the media companies that are doing more than just keeping up—they’re setting the pace. E&P’s newly renamed Media That Matters honors those achieving real results through innovation, efficiency, and growth. Formerly “10 That Do It Right,” this annual feature highlights standout organizations across all platforms. Winners will be showcased in the June 2025 issue of E&P Magazine. Think your company—or one you admire—has what it takes? Submit your nomination today.
CTech, a leading digital news outlet, has taken a significant step into AI-driven journalism by incorporating Caledo’s technology. Editor in Chief Elihay Vidal has become the face — or rather, the AI-host — of this transformation, seamlessly presenting CTech’s news content in engaging, TV-style and social-style video newscasts, along with journalist Ariella Karmel’s AI-host.
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Is outsourcing your newspaper design a smart move — or a risky gamble? In this candid conversation, five publishers from across the country share how they made the leap, what they learned, and how it’s impacted their operations, costs, and content quality. From jazz to community news, weeklies to glossies, these media leaders open up about the pros, cons, and what they’d do differently. If you’re weighing whether to redesign your workflow, this is the hour that could save you months of guesswork.

Local hiring is booming—and smart newspapers are turning it into new revenue. In this free webinar, learn how The Advocate and Ogden Newspapers built modern job boards that compete with the big guys. If your classifieds need a reboot, this is the playbook you’ve been waiting for.
Five years ago, Column set out to revolutionize the cumbersome process of publishing public and legal notices, and today, their self-serve platform is delivering results. With intuitive features like flexible document uploads, instant proofs, and real-time price transparency, Column has simplified workflows for over 850 publications and 4,500 organizations, helping law firms, government agencies, and businesses save time and reduce frustration. By offering free training and innovative tools, Column has boosted newspaper staff efficiency by 270% and allowed legal reps to handle up to 67 daily notices, earning praise for transforming an outdated industry standard.
The Defender Network has transformed its newsroom efficiency and audience engagement with Nota, an AI-powered tool tailored for modern journalism. Clyde Jiles, Strategic Alliance Manager at the Defender Network, shared how Nota helped cut content production time from 90 minutes to just 15, allowing their small team to focus on impactful storytelling. With features like tone customization and SEO optimization, Nota enabled the Defender to boost digital engagement and reach more readers without compromising journalistic quality. Jiles called the tool a game-changer, emphasizing its role in streamlining operations while amplifying their community’s voice.