News on the News
While I’m setting up the scaffolding here, not every addition to the blogroll is going to get its own post, but one came across the wire today that I think merits special attention: via Lennie at OIB, check out The Laurel, a blog by reporter-turned-consultant Duby McDowell and lobbyist Kevin Hill on the Connecticut news media.
One of the biggest challenges in observing and discussing the media is that, while these outlets put out a daily product, their inner workings are obscure. And most newsrooms are reluctant to treat details of their own staff changes or internal reorganizations as newsworthy – even less so with the shrinking number of owners, as publishers try not to embarrass themselves by announcing weaker coverage in advance.
How much “dishing” there will be remains to be seen – as a consultant, McDowell still needs people to take her calls – but it’s promising to see a blog from someone experienced in the business reporting on the business. I’ll certainly be watching the site.