Start the Presses!
Kari Mar, Staci BairdJoin us as we endeavor to save the local newspaper in La Conner, Washington.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 29 | Subscribers | Read | startthepresses.substack.com |
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Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
After careers in journalism and tech, Kari Mar is returning to rural Skagit County to start the La Conner Community News, a nonprofit newspaper covering the La Conner and Swinomish Tribal communities.
Editor & Publisher La Verne Daily News. I’m passionate about collaborating with communities, fostering innovation, and driving meaningful change in journalism and higher education.
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