Local News Matters.
A simple way to show why local journalism deserves attention.
PARTICIPATE IN THE CAMPAIGN
Help local news reach more people.
You can help spread Local News Matters across Colorado. Share a campaign graphic, pass along a story that made a difference or tell someone why you value local reporting.
Taking part is free. No contribution or CPA membership is needed.
Start with a campaign graphic
Choose a message that fits your community. Open a graphic to save it, then share it with a few words about why local news matters to you.
Support local news.
Encourage people to read, subscribe and support news close to home.
Find. Read. Support.
Help someone take the next step toward local journalism.
Make the message your own
Share a story that mattered
Think of local reporting that helped you understand an issue, discover something new or take part in your community. Share the original story link and explain what it meant to you.
Help someone find local news
Tell a friend about a newsroom you read. Encourage them to sign up for its newsletter, subscribe or explore other ways to support its work.
A few words to get started
“Local news helps me understand the place I call home. Read it, share it and support the reporting that matters to your community.”
Add a personal example or name a local newsroom. Include a link to the reporting or to the Local News Matters campaign.
Keep the campaign connected.
Use the graphics as provided, with the campaign wording and artwork intact. Add your own message in the accompanying post and link readers to local journalism.
Want to bring the campaign to a community gathering or have a question about the materials?