20th annual Purple Heart Ceremony honors fallen, wounded veterans

For two decades, this ceremony has saluted the courage of fallen and wounded veterans, reflecting a profound respect for their sacrifices. Chronicled by a publication with well over a century of experience, it stands as a powerful reminder of enduring gratitude.

20th annual Purple Heart Ceremony honors fallen, wounded veterans

How Clara Bates uncovered the mystery buyer of Zorro Ranch

Journalist Clara Bates’s memorable video interview with Bill Church was only the beginning of her quest to identify a secretive real estate purchaser. Her work uncovered the mystery buyer of Zorro Ranch, sparking local interest and highlighting her investigative prowess.

How Clara Bates uncovered the mystery buyer of Zorro Ranch

Westborough police log, Feb. 20 edition

A newly released police log offers a brief look at Westborough’s crime-related activities for Feb. 20. Published by the Community Advocate, the complete information remains behind a paywall, limiting access to detailed reports.

GRINWS-02-10-26 OBITS BUDGET

Griffin Daily News has announced a new list of paid obituary notices, reflecting its role in commemorating local lives. While full details remain exclusive to paying subscribers, the notice underlines the newspaper’s ongoing commitment to honoring individuals within its pages.

GRINWS-02-10-26 OBITS BUDGET

In Minneapolis, all-encompassing immigration story tests a newsroom in midst of digital transition

With national attention on Minnesota’s immigration enforcement efforts, a dedicated local newsroom is responding under the pressure of a digital revolution. The Minnesota Star Tribune has shown resilience in tackling complex, fast-evolving developments without being overmatched.

In Minneapolis, all-encompassing immigration story tests a newsroom in midst of digital transition

Editor’s note: New online puzzles add-on coming

A warm new year greeting from the Danville Register & Bee accompanies news of an upcoming online puzzle add-on. Readers can look forward to expanded digital content and continued appreciation from their local newspaper.

Editor’s note: New online puzzles add-on coming

WRITE ON: Witnessing the birth of a newspaper

Local newspapers are vanishing in the wake of mega-media ownership, leaving communities struggling for informed coverage. Yet a recent perspective hints that a new publication may be on the horizon, offering hope for local journalism’s revival.

WRITE ON: Witnessing the birth of a newspaper

Jerry Schmidtke

Jerry Schmidtke spent 30 years at The News-Palladium before earning accolades as a Realtor. Surrounded by loved ones, he passed away at home on January 6, 2026, leaving a legacy of commitment and achievement.

SIMPLE STUFF: Doing the obits

A recent visitor to a newsroom discovered how assembling an obituary page is one of those tasks that seems straightforward yet carries great significance. This insight into day-to-day operations shows how deliberate effort and respect for end-of-life stories help shape local journalism.

SIMPLE STUFF: Doing the obits

West Feliciana Parish Detention Center bookings for Nov. 10-16, 2025

Over the course of a single week in mid-November, several individuals were booked into the West Feliciana Parish Detention Center. The Advocate reported these bookings in a piece that remains partially behind a paywall, underscoring the limited but important information currently available to the public.

West Feliciana Parish Detention Center bookings for Nov. 10-16, 2025