Local News Media Package Proposal (Sample)

The Issue

In one to two sentences, describe an issue that has recently been in the news that you would like to create
print, digital and broadcast stories tailored to a local audience.

Significance to Local Community

List at least three reasons why this issue is important to the local community. Only use keywords.

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Local Media Outlets

Identify the local media outlets that you would tailor your news stories for. The news media outlets must
be in your city or state.

 Mainstream Print Publication:

 Alternative Print New Publication:
 Televisions Station and Specific Program:
 Talk News Radio Station and Specific Program:
 Digital News Media Publication:
 Local News Media Package Proposal (Sample)

The Issue

In one to two sentences, describe an issue that has recently been in the news that you would like to create
print, digital and broadcast stories tailored to a local audience.

The issue of the common core curriculum is one that has effected educational institutions in virtually
every state and it will have a profound impact on the attainment of skills for grades K-12 in public
education.

Significance to Local Community

List at least three reasons why this issue is important to the local community. Only use keywords.

1. Impact on local under-performing schools

2. Impact on the creative arts in schools
3. Impact on the need for more funding
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5.

Local Media Outlets (Jackson, MS)

Identify the local media outlets that you would tailor your news stories for. The news media outlets must
be in your city or state.

 Mainstream Print Publication: The Clarion Ledger

 Alternative Print New Publication: The Jackson Free Press
 Televisions Station and Specific Program: WJTV News Channel 12, 6 PM News
 Talk News Radio Station and Specific Program: WFMN 97.3, “America in the Morning”
 Digital News Media Publication: Mississippi Business Journal