Local news doesn’t just report on a town, it helps a town recognize itself. We sit down with Amy from Moultrie News to talk about what a true community newspaper looks like today, why local journalism still matters in Mount Pleasant, and how readers and organizations can play a real role in shaping what gets covered.
Amy breaks down the day to day reality of serving a fast-growing area: balancing coverage from town council and schools to Boy Scouts, swim teams, nonprofits, and the small moments that make a place feel like home. We also talk through the practical side for local businesses and community groups, including how advertising works, what makes a press release useful, and why clear community tips help a newsroom follow leads that might otherwise get missed. If you’ve ever wondered how to get your event, initiative, or announcement on a local outlet’s radar, you’ll leave with a much better map.
Then we get into a topic that sparks instant nostalgia: print. Even after decades of change and the rise of e-paper and online news, Amy shares that there are still die-hard print readers, and Moultrie News is rolling out weekly home delivery in Charleston County for $52 a year. We wrap with the buzz of the Mount Pleasant Chamber Expo and why the Chamber of Commerce remains one of the best places to meet people, build trust, and help businesses grow.
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Studio Sponsor: Charleston Media Solutions
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Committee:
Kathleen Herrmann | Host | MPCC Past President | Mount Pleasant Towne Centre
Mike Compton | Co-host | Podcast Committee | RMBO.co
Rebecca Imholz | Co-host | MPCC Executive Director
Amanda Bunting Comen | Co-host | MPCC Marketing & Communications
Benjamin Nesvold | Co-host | MPCC President | Edward Jones
