EDITORIAL BOARD: REGAN FOSTER, BRYAN GROSSMAN, MARY JO MEADE, HELEN ROBINSON, AMY GILLENTINE SWEET, JOHN WEISS
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RUTH MATTERS. partners struggle, we’ve helped by mobilizing our And local, timely and accurate journal- readers to visit local restaurants and bars for takeout. ism matters more than ever, especially We’re sharing the innovative ways businesses and since the lack of leadership at the federal individuals are responding to the coronavirus crisis. level during this pandemic means we must step up And we’re sharing your good news while keeping to fill that void here at home. you updated about the swiftly changing mandates Truth and good journalism matter as local busi- coming from state and local government. nesses struggle to survive and we all try to take care We know our readers rely on us. We’ve seen our of our families and remain optimistic. web readership skyrocket these past Truth matters because people need to few weeks and we’re devoting extra We believe know the latest effects of COVID-19 resources to asking questions no one on their schools, families and workelse is asking, to telling the stories no in Colorado places. Solid journalism is so imporone else is telling. Springs, and tant as the public looks for resources But we can’t do it alone. in these chaotic and frightening times. We’re asking that you support our we believe For our readers, we are that light in small business just as we ask you to the darkness, letting you know what support other local businesses and IT HAS A local officials are up to and providnonprofits during this difficult periBRIGHT ing a voice for those who often go od — and when sunnier times return. unheard. And right now, we’re also We’re asking for your donations to FUTURE. helping readers sustain their connechelp us keep covering the city, protions to our arts and entertainment viding not only pandemic coverage, community through coverage of local trends, the but much-needed distractions, and maybe even latest news and updates on rescheduled events. some laughter. These past few weeks, though, have been difficult Just like our advertising clients — the restaurants, for all of us at the Indy. As we see our advertising bars, music venues and events operators, theaters,
gyms, salons and so many more that make Colorado Springs such an awesome place to live — the Indy has lost revenue, lost advertising, lost opportunities to connect people through events. Every member of our team is working exceptionally hard through this crisis: our reporters, editors, our graphic designers, digital gurus, advertising team, business office, freelancers and distribution drivers. We’re absolutely committed to working to keep you informed. We believe in Colorado Springs, and we believe it has a bright future. We plan to be around to talk about that future, to celebrate its successes and to explore its hidden depths. It’s not going to be easy, and it’s going to require some serious steps to control expenses even as we continue to deliver on our mission. Remember, the Indy’s free to our readers. Always has been, always will be. And in these times of tight budgets and unknowable futures, we’re proud that we are able to provide great, local news and cultural reporting free of charge. Here’s where you come in. Keep journalism local, keep it free, keep it independent. Every contribution, however big or small, is vital. Support the Indy by giving as little as $1. Go to csindy.com/donate.
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