The media relies on information from the community. But there always is too much news for the space or time available. The result is that some newsworthy items wind up in the trash can simply because they were not prepared properly. Few editors will accept it. Not to mention the fact that handwritten copy is difficult to read and projects an unprofessional image.
Editors read enough information to easily spot fact from fiction.
Make sure your facts are accurate and the information is timely. Format is important. Make sure your copy is double spaced and typed on only one side of a piece of paper. Every publication and news media has its own style. Even a perfectly written story has to be edited to conform to the publication or media style.