What does it mean to share stories about your community? For WhatcomTalk writers, the answer is simple.
“I love highlighting the work of people who bring Whatcom County to life,” says WhatcomTalk writer Sara Holodnick. “Our community is full of innovative, hardworking, creative people, and I’m lucky to celebrate them through my work with WhatcomTalk.”
WhatcomTalk writers all live, work and play in the community. These paid, professional writers are your neighbors. They tell stories, on a daily basis, about our community.
“I’ve been fortunate to work for amazing publishing companies over the course of my career, beginning at Better Homes and Gardens magazine, and later writing for Whatcom County newspapers and magazines,” says WhatcomTalk Community Manager, Stacee Sledge. “But nothing as been as fulfilling as helping to build WhatcomTalk with the support of our amazing team.”
Before joining the freelance writing team, WhatcomTalk writers submit a writing sample, attend an interview, and are then invited to pitch story ideas. “Because our article ideas are generated by our writers, they are a solid reflection of the community,” explains WhatcomTalk Publisher, Amy Rowley.
“What I love about WhatcomTalk is the ability to pitch and explore the inspiring stories that I see happening before me in Whatcom County,” says WhatcomTalk writer Theresa Golden. “There are a lot of really unique people in this area that have a lot to give and a lot to be proud of. To be able to listen to these people’s stories and share them feels like an honor. I’m grateful to be a part of this team.
Reach out to WhatcomTalk’s publishing team and share your story ideas with us. Tell us what makes your neighborhood shine. Share a bit about a local business that makes a difference in your hometown. Describe the success of a local high school student.
“When your sole focus is publishing positive stories about your community, every day is a fantastic reminder that you’re lucky to live in one of the best little cities in America,” adds Sledge. “Whatcom County never fails to offer up wonderful stories of people, businesses and organization doing great things — and without WhatcomTalk, many of these stories would go untold.”
To share your story idea, send a note to submit@whatcomtalk.com.
WhatcomTalk is a digital media company sharing positive stories about people, places and businesses in Whatcom County. WhatcomTalk offers content marketing and online options to advertise across our community social network in Bellingham, Lynden, Ferndale and beyond. Advertise with WhatcomTalk to reach your target market, grow your brand, and measure results.
