Five weeks ago, I was semi-retired.
On Monday, I put out my fourth issue of the Pathfinder with lots of help (the Bournes’) and lots of mistakes (mine).
How did this happen...?
Anyways, I have used Lovato at Large to talk directly to readers over the decades and I hope to put it to good use here.
After about a month in this Shangi La (which is much like the rest of Western Montana), it’s time for me to reflect on a few things. and clarify others.
• I am not the new owner. The paper is now owned by Ponderosa Publishing. I am just the editor. We are still making many transitions from the Bournes’ tenure. Please be patient with me.
• The Pathfinder is a gem. The support it receives from advertisers and readers is almost unheard of in these times. While most papers are struggling to stay alive, this one flourishes.
I have been recruited three times before to salvage failing newspapers and turned them around.
This time, I hope I don’t screw it up!
• We have finally hired an office manager who will help with classified ads, subscriptions and other stuff. Carole will be here Wednesday through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Heritage Building.
• A few issues: I am working on: Incorporation, the sewer problem, affordable housing, a design facelift for the print paper and website.
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