Blooms can still be found in the West’s news desert.
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December 24, 2018
Our last issue of 2018 is dedicated to examining the impact of “news deserts” across the West, while highlighting the stubborn media “blooms” that point the way toward a brighter future. Our feature story asks whether journalists can adapt to the changing news ecosystem quickly enough. We also dive into what happens when local news sources dry up, highlight Denver's powerhouse editor and founder of Westword, Patricia Calhoun, and interview an artist on how new Indigenous comics are changing stereotypes and providing identity for kids.
Feature
Sidebar
Rural areas can be hit hardest, but many small-town papers persevere.
Editor's Note
The U.S. media is taking a beating, even as it struggles to survive.
Current
The ‘noble savage’ in comics is dead. Long live the Dakwäkãda Warriors.
People are less likely to vote, and politics become more polarized.
Despite the state of the media, Westword Editor Patty Calhoun maintains hope.
Losing local news sources and public health reporters hampers disease detection and outbreak response.
Book Reviews
A publishing couple invites you into the process behind their picturesque Vail estate.
Two books warn against the rise of alternative realities.
A roundup of our favorite podcasts on stories and analysis of the West.
Perspective
Resistance to deep cutbacks have brought about change to the 137-year-old paper.
Heard Around the West
Mishaps and mayhem from around the region.
Dear Friends
We enjoy our annual open house gathering and plan an issue break.
Letters
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