From the editor’s desk: Delivering a news product readers want
Published 9:00 am Saturday, February 10, 2024
- Interstate 84 East reopens Jan. 10, 2024, after inclement weather for much of the morning, off of exit 216 near Pendleton.
Catering to a region-wide audience can seem, at first glance, to be a big lift but our focus is firmly on presenting a viable news product over a multi-county area.
That doesn’t mean, of course, we are neglecting news in your hometown or around your corner. What it does mean is we want to merge our news coverage into a local/regional paradigm that covers a wide area and continues to deliver news you can use.
In the coming months, I expect our work to continue to deliver the kind of news product readers need and want.
Our allegiance to the reader is paramount and we want to ensure that when a reader views our product — either in print or online — they receive the absolute best we can deliver.
As many already know, the news business in the U.S. faces some tough challenges. Yet, I believe by providing a product that fits a variety of needs — both local and regional — we can and will continue to enhance our future opportunities, not only as a business but as a clearing house for news in Eastern Oregon.
I think just a quick glance at the stories in our newspapers — from John Day to Baker and from Wallowa to Hermiston — this week should illustrate that we are striving every day to fulfill the wishes and needs of our readers.
Hopefully, as the future beckons, we will be able to continue to build on a solid news foundation that is a benefit to all of our readers across the region.
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The East Oregonian has taken up residence at its new location. We are now at 1100 Southgate, Suite 6, Pendleton.
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If you haven’t already, take a moment to register your subscription for digital access of the East Oregonian. Call 800-781-3214 to talk to one of our customer service staff who will be happy to walk you through the process. It’s easy, takes just a few moments to get set up and allows you to take advantage of our e-edition, app and website delivery along with your print subscription.
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As always, if you have comments or questions about the East Oregonian, or want to pass along a story idea, send me an email at this address: acutler@eastoregonian.com.
Finally, let me take this opportunity to once again thank the East Oregonian’s subscribers: We simply would be unable to do this vital work without your support.
Andrew Cutler is the publisher and editor of the East Oregonian.
