5 years of telling your stories…

Thank you for fueling independent, nonpartisan journalism across Southwest and Southside Virginia.


Celebrate our 5th birthday with us!

Five years ago, a small, dedicated team came together to ensure Southwest and Southside Virginia would always have independent, unbiased journalism to cover its news, politics, and culture. Join us as we reflect on our journey from a three-person startup to a full newsroom, honor our Founding Investors, and hear from leaders at the American Journalism Project on our place in the national effort to rebuild local news. Guests will enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and lively conversation as we toast to the next chapter of telling our region’s stories.


Our flock today

What started as a team of only three people has grown to a fully-functional newsroom of over 20 staff across multiple teams.

This growth began with an initial investment by our founding investors. Tap the button to view that list.


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