Relate to the reader by making sure you are framing your subject matter the right way.
Defining your article by newsworthiness and content
From Rapidian staff*: When submitting stories for the Rapidian, they must be categorized into one of three groups--News, Local Life and Opinion. The differences between these three groups may seem minimal but there are actually defining traits to each one. Backing a story up with outside sources and direct quotes or paraphrased material can help form a news or local life story. Eliminating personal pronouns and framing someone else's viewpoint instead of your own can move an opinion piece into the local life realm.
I am Content Facilitator for the Rapidian. I like to ride bikes, make cookies and feed the homeless peanut butter sandwiches. I really like Grand Rapids.
