"Reviving Local News" by Sage Ellison addresses the crucial need for revitalizing local journalism to foster stronger civic engagement. The decline of local news has left many communities disconnected and uninformed, creating significant barriers to addressing local issues. This book serves as a comprehensive guide, offering practical strategies for re-engaging citizens and transforming how local news is produced and consumed.

Ellison outlines various challenges individuals may face, such as a lack of reliable news coverage, feelings of powerlessness regarding local issues, and uncertainty in supporting sustainable journalism efforts. The book provides actionable steps to build community journalism strategies, apply engaging reporting techniques, and enhance local media sustainability.

Listeners will learn about innovative practices that can reconnect news with local audiences, emphasizing the importance of digital transformation and community engagement to rebuild trust. Through real-world examples, the book showcases how collaborations among citizens, schools, and funding models can breathe new life into local journalism.

"Reviving Local News" aims to empower citizens, journalists, educators, and community leaders, offering clear checklists and resource-minded guidance to ensure sustainable local news initiatives. The focus is on encouraging a community-first mindset to facilitate lasting change, encouraging listeners to be proactive in their efforts to restore local news coverage and enhance civic life.