When journalists — especially those who live in towns and cities — cover rural communities, they have specific challenges to navigate. As with any community that is new to them, they need to understand some cultural norms and pitfalls. They also are often met with questions — and high levels of suspicion — about their basic goals and integrity.
In April 2023, we invited three journalists who serve rural communities to speak to alumni of the Table Stakes Local News Transformation Program. The discussion was moderated by Joy Mayer of Trusting News and featured:
