The Center Square announced the addition of Christian Russell, an accomplished video producer and digital media producer, who joins the organization as it continues expanding its multimedia footprint and building out more consistent, daily programming.  more

WoodWing helps newspaper publishers streamline editorial workflows and manage content across print and digital channels.  Their solutions enable newsrooms to manage assets, accelerate production and deliver high-quality content faster. more

Labrador CMS is a cloud-based content management system created by journalists, for journalists. More than 7,000 journalists across 379 websites rely on Labrador CMS to write their articles. more

Unlock the strategies that turn audience attention into measurable revenue. Our industry experts Julie Foley, Paulina Tkaczonek and John Hayes provide best practices of how media companies can deepen engagement, personalize experiences and convert loyal followers into high‑value customers. more

Print remains an important part of the business for many publishers. Automation plays a key role in that effort. By reducing manual production work and streamlining workflows, publishers can continue producing print products while operating with leaner teams and more efficient processes. more

Advertisers already trust the local media brands they work with. When those same experts design and build their websites, that trust carries through to the digital experience, giving advertisers confidence that their online presence is in capable hands and strengthening the partnership even further. more

For more than 25 years, PopMount has partnered with publishers to help them generate additional revenue while maintaining full control of their content and brand. Generate new revenue by offering readers, businesses and honorees the opportunity to purchase high-quality keepsakes that celebrate meaningful moments and stories. more

AI-generated summaries are fundamentally reshaping digital publishing, leading to sharp declines in both website traffic and advertising revenue — sometimes by as much as 90%. This rapid transformation poses a serious threat to publishers’ survival and sustainability. Here are five strategies to safeguard and strengthen your business model in the face of these challenges. more

The technology behind AI-driven text-to-speech has evolved rapidly. In this article, Pugpig examines how forward-thinking publishers are integrating text-to-speech into their apps, what’s powering this increase in audio and how newsrooms can maximize its value as part of a modern content strategy. more

Choosing the right paywall software is a critical decision for publishers and digital businesses. In this guide, Pelcro breaks down the essential characteristics of high-performing paywall software you should look for, along with one bonus feature that separates average solutions from strategic revenue engines. more

The digital industry has reached a definitive reset point. In 2026, media leaders need to move beyond managing incremental shifts to commanding an environment where AI-driven discovery and automated buying define the rules of revenue. Success requires evolving from an inventory provider into a high-authority strategic partner. more

Rachel Nulman-Shapiro, CMO at vcita, sat with Todd Handy, CEO of Disruptive Impact, to dive into some really interesting insights on what the publishing industry looks like today and where it is going. In this Q&A we’re looking at Todd's opinions on how publishers can fully monetize and maximize their relationship with their local advertisers. more

With consumer trust in local news high, the demand for print advertising remains a vital pillar of brand authority. But, with newsprint costs fluctuating, profitability in 2026 hinges on efficiency. To convert demand into revenue, publishers must move from manual, hand-crafted ad production to a repeatable, automated system. more

The economic, legal and operational challenges facing today’s news organizations are real. Meeting them requires the ability to publish responsibly while managing risk. Media liability insurance exists to help make that balance possible.  MIC Ltd./Mutual Insurance Company (MIC) has provided this coverage to U.S. newspaper publishers for more than 60 years. more

As a rule, newspapers employ smart, discerning people who could be helpful to readers and business clients struggling to navigate a complex digital world that offers a dizzying number of options. Between all the apps and all the “phishy” stuff online, the involvement of a human might be a feature worth paying for. more

This session at the Mega-Conference takes an actionable  look at what it  takes to build philanthropic revenue that holds up and the practical steps that separate one-off grants from sustainable support. more

House Bill 4144, authored by Republican legislators Robert Manger and Warren Hamilton, would clearly spell out that incident reports are public record. Last week, it became one of those rare measures that cleared the House by a bipartisan 97-0 vote. It now heads to the Senate.< more

Many years from now, when Michelle Lujan Grisham says goodbye to public service, the Santa Fe New Mexican may look back at two legislative decisions that didn’t grab headlines yet kept local journalism alive and hopeful in this state. more

There is something for everyone at the Mega-Conference!  Tuesday afternoon at the conference will feature a series of concurrent sessions that conference attendees can choose from. more

Across the industry, publishers are facing similar pressures: search volatility, rising acquisition costs and the growing need to increase subscription lifetime value. Two publishers — WEHCO Media and CherryRoad Media — recently shared how they addressed this challenge using digital puzzles to build habitual return behavior. more