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How social media and ‘word of mouth’ sources are reshaping local news

Axia PR

While television and newspapers have long been Americans' go-to sources for local news, new data shows that interpersonal channels like word-of-mouth and social media are growing in importance. Young Americans are embracing neighborhood updates from friends, family, and online forums.

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Nonprofit Local News Gains Steam

PRSay

Another force turning people away from national news programs has been the public’s addiction to social media, which amplifies negativity and often sidesteps facts in favor of unsubstantiated opinion and innuendo, he said. Most affected were local news outlets that are independently operated or owned by small media chains.

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Social Media Overtakes Print Newspapers as News Source

PRSay

For the first time, social media has surpassed print newspapers as a news source for Americans, Pew Research Center finds. adults said they often get news from social media, compared to 16 percent from print newspapers. Television remains the most popular way Americans receive news, though its use has fallen since 2016.

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They’re a 10, but They Don’t Join Social Media Trends*

Buchanan PR

C U T on Unsplash In the dynamic world of social media, trends have become powerful drivers of engagement, brand awareness and community interaction. Partaking in a social media trend can help spotlight businesses (and even help them go viral!) by keeping content fresh, fun and culturally relevant. Jonathan W.

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Why Social Shares Are Key to Pitching Media

Cision

Social media is becoming a dictating force in all aspects of marketing and PR. It’s no longer just getting covered in a media outlet — it’s how far can that story be carried with social media. Traditional media is pushing their fans to engage on social media.

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Leveraging the 2024 Olympics for Media Attention: A Comprehensive Guide

PR for Anyone

Local Connections : Is there a local athlete from your area competing in the Olympics? Highlighting hometown heroes can create a strong local interest story. You might partner with local gyms, schools, or community centers to celebrate and support these athletes. This is extra important for a television pitch.

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Social Media and PR – Go Together Like Peanut Butter & Jelly

Cision

It’s the same thing with social media and PR. Social Media = Peanut Butter. Think of social media as the peanut butter. As a business owner, you must be on social media. If you don’t think you need to be on social media, consider the fact that there are over 2.7 Start locally.