Isms: Views on life in rural America

If you’re reading this column, thank you. More than likely, you value community newspapers and understand the role a newspaper plays in defining and reporting on daily happenings, capturing a snapshot of what makes a community click.

This week, we celebrate National Newspaper Week. The theme - Embracing Local Journalism for a Better Future - sets a foundation.

First and foremost, we’re a print product that examines what does and does not work within a community, a camera focusing on the heartbeat of our villages, a bended ear that offers authentic documentation.

We still strive to be more than...