New design, same commitment

news content to take center stage, as it should.

Note From The Publisher

To our valued readers: If you have made it to this article, you already know that something feels a little different about this publication. We have redesigned our nameplate atop the front page, or the “flag” as we call it in the newsroom. As the primary symbol of our publication, our flags represent our values and mission. From time to time, we believe it’s important to update and refresh our identity to reflect the evolution of our company. But be confident that the reliable and quality news you have come to expect has not changed; in fact, we’re working to make it better than ever.

The change to our nearly two dozen publications gives them a cohesive feel, and combined with a change to a more compact size in printing, allows the

Two years ago this week, our publications became owned by a new company, the Colorado News Conservancy. Its mission and purpose are right there in its name: to conserve local news, keep it in local hands and keep it vibrant. We recognized that folks get their news in different forms, not just in print, so this is just the first stage in a project to demonstrate our commitment to innovation and progress.

We want you to feel proud and connected to whichever of our publications you receive. We hope you will appreciate the effort and attention to detail that went into this redesign. We welcome your feedback and comments on our new look, and any part of our newsgathering. Your opinion matters to us, and we always strive to improve to meet your expectations. Thank you for your continued support and loyalty to our publication. We believe there are better days ahead.

— Linda Shapley, publisher, Colorado Community Media