Building a Better Local News Network

How Do You Get Your News?

In an age where social media algorithms shape what we see and national news headlines often ignore or drown out local voices, Allegheny Mountain Radio is flipping the script. With support from the Listening Post Collective, we’ve launched a new project to understand how people in Bath County stay informed—and where the gaps are.

From emergency alerts to community events, many residents still rely on bulletin boards, church bulletins, and word of mouth. But not everyone hears the same thing—or hears it in time.

In the first installment of this series, Building a Better Local News Network, Danny explains why this project matters, what we’re listening for, and how we’re working to meet folks where they are—on the air, at the grocery store, and everywhere in between.

🎧 Listen to the story and find out how you can take part in shaping the future of local news in Bath County.