Why this Blog?
Julie Nachtwey 1.14.10
Purpose of My Blog
As a journalism major in college, my professors taught us how to tell a story. We started with the basics: who, what, when, where, why. As I evolved into a news reporter, the boundaries became clear: get the facts straight, and tell both sides. Only then can readers understand what’s really going on. Both substance and style were stressed. Our goal was – and is — to keep people informed.
Later in my professional life I wrote news and feature stories for The Associated Press and The St. Louis Post Dispatch. I still love telling stories. There are so many good ones, including amazing interesting events, compelling causes and awesome people.
That’s why I wish to write a blog – to keep people in my sphere of influence informed. Sharing what I know about my community is my passion. Bringing to light news and information that helps others is how I make a difference.
