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The Haitian Times is a publication that focuses on providing news and information to Haitian Americans in English. It covers a range of topics including culture, politics, crime, and sports. The publication is written and edited by journalists with Haitian heritage and aims to keep Haitian Americans informed about issues in Haiti and large Haitian communities in the United States. The Haitian Times also reports on immigration matters and provides context and coverage of events affecting Haitians in the U.S. and South American countries. The publication is committed to providing a balanced and diverse perspective on Haitian American experiences and is considering different revenue models to sustain its journalism. [Extracted from the article]

The University of Vermont's Center for Community News (CCN) is working to address the lack of local news coverage by partnering with professional editors and college students to produce news stories for local publications. The program has gained traction, with over 130 college programs participating, including the University of Missouri and Louisiana State University. The CCN recently received $7 million in grants to expand its efforts. An impact study found that in the surveyed programs, over 2,400 students produced more than 17,000 pieces of journalism, which appeared in over 1,300 outlets and garnered millions of pageviews. The CCN model aims to provide students with hands-on experience and build their portfolios while helping to fill the gaps in local news coverage. [Extracted from the article]

The Society of Environmental Journalists (SEJ) supports journalists reporting on environmental issues by providing a community for collaboration and support, organizing conferences to learn from experts, and offering grants and fellowships. Membership in the SEJ has fluctuated over the years, with a decline after the 2008 recession and a dip during the pandemic, but it has reached a new milestone in 2024. However, SEJ leaders are concerned that people in news desert areas are not receiving the environmental information they need. The organization also collaborates with other organizations to allocate more resources to journalism projects and provides resources and guides for journalists to dig deeper into environmental topics. The current executive director, Aparna Mukherjee, is focused on community-engaged reporting and supporting journalists and news outlets in an era of limited resources. [Extracted from the article]

The University of Iowa's School of Journalism, known as "The Writing School," has a rich history of teaching students to present news with literary flair. In addition to maintaining its focus on writing, the university is now providing new opportunities for students through its student-run news organization, the Daily Iowan. The Daily Iowan recently acquired two regional weekly newspapers to give students experience in reporting in smaller communities. This innovative approach aligns with the larger industry trend towards nonprofit journalism. The university's journalism program emphasizes the importance of good writing and offers interdisciplinary perspectives, making it unique among journalism programs. [Extracted from the article]

The Sahan Journal, a nonprofit media outlet, was established in 2019 to provide news to communities of color in and around Minneapolis. Led by veteran journalist Mukhtar M. Ibrahim, the organization has grown rapidly, with a staff of 20 employees and a $2.5 million budget by 2023. They cover a wide range of topics, including local government, the environment, criminal justice, the arts, schools, and health. The Sahan Journal has gained recognition for its investigative and accountability journalism, including stories on fraud, housing development, and pollution. The organization aims to surface stories and voices that have been historically ignored by mainstream media. They have also prioritized audience development and social media strategy to expand their reach and gain trust from readers. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the challenges to the First Amendment in the U.S., particularly during the pandemic, with conflicts arising between public safety concerns and constitutional pillars such as religion, assembly, and the right to petition. It also highlights threats to press freedom and the need for public awareness of First Amendment values.

Byline: Bob Miller It's hard to disagree with the notion that consumers should have the right to securely share their data with whatever company they please. The Financial Industry Regulatory [...]

The article discusses the issue of "pink slime" websites, which are partisan sites that pretend to be local news outlets and are funded by dark money. These websites undermine the credibility of local journalism, which is still trusted by many people despite the reputation of national media being constantly attacked. NewsGuard, a private enterprise, tracks and identifies these pink slime sites, but the government is being urged to regulate them more actively. Some media professionals question the effectiveness of these sites and whether government intervention is necessary, while others argue that the government should ensure that these sites are not misusing the regulatory protections for the press. [Extracted from the article]

LOCATION: Chatsworth is a neighborhood of 41,000 people, located in the San Fernando Valley northwest of downtown Los Angeles. It has traditionally been a favorite train-watching spot in the region, [...]

Following every grade-crossing incident, the inevitable question 'Why aren't there more grade-separation projects?' comes to the forefront. 'It is a very good question,' says Darren Kettle, executive director of the [...]

The Alliance for Audited Media (AAM) has launched a new program called the "Web/Social Assurance Program" to help advertisers understand and trust publishers' full audience range. The program collects, validates, and distributes website analytics and social media numbers to publishers' profiles within AAM's existing system. AAM accepts data from platforms such as Google Analytics, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest. The program aims to provide trusted and transparent data to address the lack of trust and accountability in the digital advertising space. It also helps publishers automate data collection and identify anomalies with human assistance. [Extracted from the article]

Q I was watching railroad videos of the 1990s and saw locomotives without cabs in various consists. I rarely see these units on the main lines of Southern California today. [...]

Mark Simon, a former baseball broadcaster, created a podcast called The Journalism Salute where he interviews journalists from various genres and beats. The podcast aims to challenge the notion that journalists are the enemy of the people. Simon started the podcast in April 2020 after donating to journalist groups and receiving positive feedback from one of the recipients. His audience consists of former guests, supporters of the organizations he features, and students. The podcast highlights the dedication and planning that journalists put into their work and aims to provide valuable insights for editors and publishers in an ever-changing industry. [Extracted from the article]

Cityside, a nonprofit journalism organization, has expanded to include its third local news site in Richmond, California. The organization was founded in 2009 by Lance Knobel, Tasneem Raja, and Tracey Taylor to address the absence of local news in Berkeley. They later launched Oaklandside when the Oakland Tribune shut down, and now they have expanded into Richmond. Cityside operates on a nonprofit model and draws revenue from foundations, major donors, memberships, and advertising and sponsorships. Their recent reporting in Richmond focuses on the city's poor air quality and its impact on residents' health. [Extracted from the article]

The National Press Club Journalism Institute offers professional training and resources for journalists, focusing not only on their work but also on their personal well-being. The Institute provides programs to help journalists manage burnout, deal with online harassment, and separate their careers from their identities. They have adapted their offerings in response to the pandemic, including launching a newsletter focused on covering the coronavirus. The Institute also addresses mental health, physical safety, and financial planning for journalists. They have a four-person team and rely on memberships, program fees, and grants for funding. [Extracted from the article]

The Lenfest Institute and the American Press Institute have awarded $242,000 in grants to ten news organizations as part of the Beyond Print program. The program aims to help news organizations develop digital audiences and revenue streams. The grants were given to smaller organizations to fund projects such as hiring social media coordinators, creating video content, and updating advertising media kits. The recipients are expected to share their results and learnings with the rest of the industry. The Lenfest Institute was founded in 2016 to support sustainable journalism and invest in innovations. [Extracted from the article]

The University of Kentucky's Institute for Rural Journalism and Community Issues (IRJCI) has been supporting rural journalism for 20 years. The IRJCI provides training and resources for small news organizations and helps students prepare for journalism work in rural areas. The need for rural journalism support has increased as more newspapers have closed, leaving communities vulnerable to fake news and rumors on social media. The IRJCI organizes a national summit on journalism and awards the Tom and Pat Gish Award for courage in rural journalism. The university's journalism program offers courses in print/multimedia, broadcast news, and sports journalism, with an emphasis on digital and visual storytelling. The new director of the IRJCI, Benjy Hamm, plans to engage with rural editors and publishers and explore different business models to sustain journalism in rural communities. [Extracted from the article]

The Don W. Reynolds Journalism Institute (RJI) at the Missouri School of Journalism conducted a survey in partnership with SmithGeiger to address the issue of burnout among journalists. The survey received responses from 1,140 active and former journalists and focused on potential solutions within the control of newsroom managers. The top five categories chosen for responses were workplace flexibility, coverage and stories responsibilities/workload, changes in newsroom culture, time off and vacation time, and added or new employment benefits. The survey found that journalists favored solutions such as offering a four-day workweek, more hybrid shifts allowing work from home, and flexible shifts of four, eight, or ten hours. The study also highlighted the importance of recognizing and acknowledging employees' valuable work and the need for further research on journalist safety and best practices for support. [Extracted from the article]

A new handbook titled "Hiring, Training + Working with Interns: a Handbook for Small Newsrooms" offers advice for small newsrooms on hiring and working with interns. Written by Barbara Selvin, an associate professor emerita at Stony Brook University, the handbook addresses questions about the benefits and logistics of internships, including recruitment and payment. Selvin emphasizes the importance of paying interns and highlights the unfairness of unpaid internships. The handbook also provides tips on managing interns with varying levels of skills and abilities. The document is available for free download and aims to assist newsroom managers in navigating the internship process. [Extracted from the article]

The Guardian, a renowned news outlet, has introduced a new engagement metric called "Deeply read" to its website. This metric aims to highlight stories that readers have found worth reading beyond the initial paragraphs. The Guardian developed this metric based on the median time spent on a story, page views, and length. By sharing this data with readers, The Guardian hopes to provide a more nuanced understanding of audience engagement and promote quality journalism. The introduction of the "Deeply read" list has been well-received by both readers and writers, emphasizing the importance of engaging content over simplistic metrics like social media shares. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the Statewide News Collective, a collaborative organization supporting nonprofit news startups across 25 states. It addresses unique challenges faced by statewide news organizations, fostering knowledge exchange among leaders to enhance independent journalism sustainability and growth.

The article emphasizes Tom Sofield's success with Street Light Media Group, a bootstrapped online news publisher, which thrives by filling journalism gaps left by larger newspapers in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Operating three websites without print products or online subscription fees, Sofield generates revenue primarily from local advertisers, programmatic ads, copyright licensing and a unique membership model contributing to the company's organic growth and commitment to local journalism.

California Voices is the opinion arm of CalMatters, a California non-profit organization that aims to amplify diverse voices that are often overlooked. While many publications rely on the usual sources for opinion pieces, California Voices seeks out less obvious but informed viewpoints. Editor Yousef Baig has been executing this strategy by publishing guest commentaries from individuals with firsthand experiences, such as the director of an "impact investing" organization and a formerly homeless woman. Baig believes that providing a platform for these voices is important, especially since there are only a few robust opinion sections left in California. [Extracted from the article]

Signal Ohio is a nonprofit organization that aims to fill news coverage gaps in Ohio left by for-profit newspapers and broadcast companies. The organization operates from a centralized hub, with newsroom spokes expanding across the state. Signal Ohio focuses solely on journalism and engages readers to help with public accountability. The organization pays "documenters" to attend meetings, live-tweet coverage, and write summaries, allowing for more watchdog activity. Signal Akron, one of the newsroom spokes, has already accumulated over 1,000 newsletter signups in less than a month. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses Forum Communications' bold move to start a newspaper in St. Cloud, Minnesota, in 2023, against the backdrop of a shrinking newspaper industry. With market research and community engagement, the family-owned company launched a print product a year after introducing stcloudlive.com, filling a local news gap in the growing city.

The article focuses on local broadcasting stations forming the Coalition for Local News, comprising 600 local news stations supported by major networks like ABC, NBC, Fox, and CBS. Topics discussed include the Coalition's lobbying efforts for changes to Federal Communications Commission regulations, aiming to require streaming platforms (v-MVPDs) to negotiate independently with local news stations like YouTube TV, Hulu Live, and Sling, to protect the future of local television news.

The article emphasizes the growing advertising interest in newspapers utilizing zip code-level data tied to e-editions, allowing them to report larger penetration numbers in crucial areas and attract national advertisers. The Alliance for Audited Media's new rules allowing the stacking of print and e-edition circulation numbers, tied to zip codes, provide publishers with valuable data, helping them recapture advertisers and strategically deploy resources based on geographical online data.

The article presents a viewpoint by Robert Miller, a hobbyist from Boston on youth hobby participation. He also shares his viewpoint on organizing the platform to spur young hobby enthusiasts, marketing campaigns for children or an upgrade on media platforms to promote youth collection programs of coins. He also shares his memories of his childhood for love of the coins.

Install Open Shell to add Windows 7 Start menu to W10 While I've never liked the so-called Start menu that comes with Windows 10, I have installed a free program called Open Shell (www.snipca.com/34157, previously Classic Shell), which reproduces the Windows 7 Start menu in 10 (see screenshot below). I have both Windows 7 and Windows 10, each on a separate desktop computer. Alf King's letter in Issue 573 ("Stop comparing Android devices to Apple") has prompted me to write in favour of Android. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers information on hardface welding as a cost-effective tool that can minimize wear and increase the service life of an equipment. It discusses when is hardface welding is needed such as when the metal is subject to abrasion, impact or matal-to-metqal contact. It adds that hardfacing is the application of a buildup or wear-resistant weld metal onto a part's surface to extend the life of the affected part.

The poem "Pilgrims Never Visit" by Bob Miller is presented. First Line: Pilgrims never visit; Last Line: just east of the Sea of Galilee.

The author presents a personal narrative of his experiences of boating in Niagara River of North America including carrying a sufficient length of anchor, tools, and communication ability.

The article offers travel tips for Chatsworth, Los Angeles, California and includes information for railroads and train-watching.

The author talks about the changes in car marketing in Australia. Topics covered include the traditional launch of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, the lack of progress in the way car ads are presented and the involvement of importers and retailers in marketing. Also mentioned is the marketing prowess of Robert Miller who guided Toyota to market leadership during his tenure.

The author discusses the challenges faced by hardfacing material manufacturers in a bid to make wear resistant machine components stay for a longer period and suggests collaboration between original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and hardfacing manufacturers may reduce the problems.