Want to be part of the story that helps build a historic community newspaper again?
Whether you're a writer, photographer, student, business professional, or just someone who cares about your community… there’s a place for you here.
Local News Isn’t Dying… It’s Being Rebuilt
Across the country, communities have lost their local newspapers. When that happens, something bigger is lost:
- Local businesses lose visibility
- Communities lose connection
- Stories that matter never get told
- People stop knowing what’s happening around them
We’re changing that in East Texas.
The ETX Bell exists to:
- Highlight what’s good in our communities
- Keep people informed and connected
- Support local businesses
- Create opportunities for people like you
What You Gain by Joining ETX Bell
Build Your Personal Brand
Get published, credited, and recognized in your community
Real Media Experience
Work in print, digital, social media, and podcasting
Local Connections
Network with business owners, city leaders, and influencers
Hands-On Training
Learn journalism, marketing, content creation, and storytelling
Career & Income Opportunities
Top contributors can move into paid roles, commissions, or leadership
Be Part of Something Bigger
Help rebuild local journalism in East Texas
You Don’t Have to Be an Expert
This is for people who:
- Care about their community
- Want to grow personally or professionally
- Are willing to show up and learn
- Want to be part of something meaningful
You DON’T need:
- A journalism degree
- Experience (we can train the right people)
- Fancy equipment
You DO need:
- Reliability
- Good character
- A willingness to contribute
Ways You Can Get Involved
Writers / Community Reporters
Photographers
Videographers
Podcast Hosts (ETX Shine Network)
Social Media Contributors
Advertising & Business Development
Student Interns (Great for resumes & scholarships)
There are several ways you can get involved.
Mary Larson – Reporter/Distribution
Elizabeth Klaven – Editor/Reporter
Joey Larson – Photographer/Web Editor
Joshua Larson – Public Relations
David White – Photographer/Videographer
Gracie Broomfield – Reporter
Robin Gamble – Reporter/Arts & Entertainment Reporter
Stuart Gamble – Entertainment Reporter
Courtney Smith – Reporter
Chris Cochrane – Distribution – Reporter
Frederick Mahaffey – Distribution – Reporter
Donna Lowery – Reporter
