The Hometown Journal is a local-first digital publication dedicated to covering the stories that shape everyday life across American communities. From city council decisions and neighborhood initiatives to cultural highlights and human-interest stories, our mission is simple: deliver clear, relevant, and accessible journalism that matters locally.
We believe strong communities are built on informed citizens. That belief guides everything we publish.
Our editorial approach
The Hometown Journal focuses on:
- Local news
- Health & Food
- Technology
- Community development
- Culture, events, and regional identity
- Practical information that impacts daily life
Our editorial standards emphasize accuracy, clarity, and balance. We aim to present facts without sensationalism and context without bias, allowing readers to form their own informed opinions.
An independent local newsroom
The Hometown Journal operates as an independent digital newsroom. Our contributors live and work in the communities they cover, giving them firsthand insight into local dynamics, concerns, and opportunities.
We are not driven by national talking points or click-driven narratives. Our priority is relevance at the local level.
Our team
Our newsroom is made up of experienced editors, reporters, and contributors with backgrounds in local journalism, digital media, and community reporting.
- Michael Turner — Managing editor
- Sarah Whitmore — Senior staff writer
- Daniel Brooks — Local affairs correspondent
- Jason Miller — Digital publishing coordinator
Each member of our team shares a commitment to responsible journalism and community engagement.
Community engagement
We see journalism as a two-way conversation. The Hometown Journal actively encourages reader feedback, story tips, and community submissions. Local voices are essential to telling accurate local stories.
If something matters to your town, it matters to us.
Our mission
Our mission is to strengthen local journalism by providing reliable, readable, and relevant news—without noise, without agenda, and without distance from the people we serve.
Local stories. Real communities. Trusted reporting.