Through surveys, site visits, and facilitated conversations, students explored how residents get and share local news, what sources they trust, and where information gaps exist. Overall, residents rated themselves as fairly well informed. Facebook—especially the “What’s Happening in Hermiston” and “NEW What’s Happening in Hermiston” groups—was the most frequently used source for local updates, though trust in it was mixed.
Topic: Oregon
Shifting from a scarcity mindset to one of abundance widens the lens of what’s possible
How listening sessions and a statewide media collaboration in Oregon can help re-earn the trust of the public
Oregon journalists are experimenting with new way to report on governor’s race
No candidate on the Republican or Democratic ballot for governor was left out of this reporting effort
Oregon voters want more help from the press to learn about candidates for governor
In listening sessions, Oregonians say they don’t want journalists picking winners through coverage
Oregonians invited to ‘Let’s Talk’ session to share what they want from an Oregon governor
Oregon Capital Chronicle, Rural Development Initiatives and the Agora Journalism Center are leading regional virtual sessions to hear from Oregonians
Community Perspectives on La Pine’s Information Ecosystem (2018)
Through a community-wide survey, stakeholder interviews, and listening sessions, the project aimed to identify strengths, gaps, and opportunities in La Pine’s information ecosystem. The findings revealed that while residents value staying informed—particularly on local events, public safety, and community development—there is no single, centralized source of information.