Dear Reader,

Today is Local News Day — a nationwide moment to celebrate and strengthen local news and information in communities like ours.

Local News Day shines a spotlight on the trusted local outlets that keep residents informed during emergencies, hold institutions accountable, and support everyday decision-making.

Although The Xylom’s coverage is global in nature, we’re proud to be a partner of this growing movement because we believe reliable local information is essential infrastructure for strong communities.

Here are a few ways to participate today:

• Post a message of support on social media (tag @LocalNewsDay and use #LocalNewsDay)

• Subscribe to a local newsroom or reporter making an impact. In 2025, our independent reporting went further thanks to the collaboration of these local newsroom partners:

  • 285 South

  • Atlanta Civic Circle

  • Atlanta Community News Collective

  • Planet Detroit

Local News Day is not a fundraising campaign — it’s an open, inclusive opportunity to elevate awareness and appreciation for the role local news and information play in civic life.

Thank you for standing with local news and information — and for helping build a movement that sustains it for generations.

Warmly,
Laasya Shekhar
Managing Editor