Become a member of the nation's only association dedicated to Local Independent Online News Publishers, who are successfully creating the future of local news with locally owned and operated news organizations that directly serve their communities.
LION Publishers share their expertise in editorial, technology, business, advertising sales, marketing and fundraising with their peers. Network with a supportive group of online news pioneers who are proving daily that local online news can not only survive, but thrive.
As a member of LION Publishers, you and your organization will be associated with a group of the most recognized and respected local news experts in the nation. The association works as an advocate for local independent news organizations, raising our members’ public profile and standing in the industry.
LION is dedicated to improving our members' businesses, on both the editorial and revenue side. Members share their strategies on running news operations that are growing, not shrinking.
The future is bright for local, independent online news and LION Publishers is leading the way forward. Join our growing ranks and gain instant support from peers who can help you launch, manage or grow your online news site. Apply today!
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What’s most impressive about our LION members is how many have launched news businesses with little to no support and no clear roadmap. But we often hear from members who are eager to learn the fundamentals of running a news business that they haven’t received any formal training in. Up until now, that resource didn’t
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Who will get top marks for their coronavirus coverage? Which outlets led by example through collaboration? Who will be named Publisher of the Year? It could be you. LION Publishers is now accepting submissions from LION members for the 2020 Local Journalism Awards. We’ll hand out awards to recognize our colleagues across the
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Boost your business by connecting with local independent online news publishers across the country. LION has many opportunities available.
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