When I look back each week on all the stories published at East Cobb News, I marvel at how representative the submissions we get from people and organizations in our community.
That’s because so many of you value having an organ like this website to get out the word, and to build stronger community ties in the process.
Whether it’s a new Eagle Scout, or the latest robotics competition, from newly published authors and newly opened businesses to people and groups helping others in need, East Cobb News lets the rest of the community what’s going on in a unique way.
We’re absolutely proud of this role in encouraging reader-driven, community-first news because that is our mission.
Of course we publish important stories about local government and schools, elections and crimes and serious matters that every citizen should be made aware of.
But what really makes a community tick is how engaged its residents are, and at East Cobb News, we hear from so many of you wishing to share your news across East Cobb.
That’s one of the many value propositions that East Cobb News provides readers every single day—and we mean every single day.
We ask for readers to share their news, to let the community know, and that in turn helps make East Cobb News better. We’re grateful that so many of you oblige.
It’s part of what we do every day, and have done every day, since East Cobb News began publishing nearly nine years ago.
We’re absolutely reader focused, and East Cobb News asks for reader donations to help us to keep giving you the local news that you love.
But we would love to have the support of more of you than we do.
We’ve set up a safe, secure and easy online payment system via Press Patron, which helps local independent online with basic business expenses. They share our passion for local news and want to help small local news businesses like East Cobb News make a go of a tough media environment.
It’s not getting easier, and while East Cobb News is a thrifty operation, our business costs are going up.
You’ve told us how much you value East Cobb News, and here’s your chance to show that support with a donation today.
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We do this for our readers without a paywall. We make it easy for you to find out what’s going on, so you can get on with other things.
Whether it’s stories featuring our original reporting, or others in our community passing along news about local events and activities, East Cobb News is devoted to what’s valued the most by readers here.
It’s our stock-in-trade, and for eight-plus years we’ve been building that community trust, one story at a time.
We do this without charging readers, because we believe reliable local news should be accessible to all.
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At East Cobb News, nobody else does what we do, every day.
It’s our passion and our pride to give you the local news that makes a difference in this community.
Our donation amounts are voluntary, and what you pay is up to you. We are suggesting $6 a month on a recurring basis. You can also donate on an annual or one-time basis.
You rely on us to stay informed and we depend on you to make our work possible.
We appreciate whatever you are able to donate. Please click the box below to show your support via our Press Patron payment platform, which is safe, secure and easy.
Thank you East Cobb! And long live local news! Today and every day!
