In September 1997, Mr. Wolf wrote a story featuring several Neighborhood Networks centers in California, Louisiana and Massachusetts. He is a 12-year veteran of USA Today. We focused on how Neighborhood Networks centers were giving residents in low-income housing developments access to computer technology. A. Remember that newspapers and other media are in the entertainment business.
Reporters try to inform and entertain readers with interesting, unique and newsworthy stories.
So naturally, reporters seek fresh angles. Local reporters might be more interested in a story about a Neighborhood Networks center that is providing innovative programs or services not replicated elsewhere. Strong human-interest stories about residents are always good. Some reporters are looking for stories that target specific audiences, such as children, seniors or the disabled. But any story that really stands out has a good chance of getting some media attention.