Marianne Partridge, editor of the Santa Barbara Independent, shares her journey, the paper's history, community events like Burger Week, its digital shift, and invites readers to contribute.
Exploring Community Journalism with Marianne Partridge Marianne Partridge, editor of the Santa Barbara Independent, shares her journey from the horse racing industry to journalism. She discusses the history of the Independent, including the merger of two publications, and emphasizes community engagement through initiatives like Burger Week and Burrito League. The shift to online publication during the pandemic highlights the Independent's digital transformation. Marianne invites the audience to read the paper and contribute their stories.
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