Eliza Gaines, fourth-generation publisher of WEHCO Media, shares how her family's newspaper business is navigating the digital transformation of local journalism. By refusing to compromise on quality, investing in newsrooms and innovating delivery methods, WEHCO has maintained profitability and relevance.  

Key strategies include an iPad distribution program, subscriber-exclusive content and a commitment to trustworthy, community-focused reporting. Despite industry challenges, WEHCO has successfully adapted by understanding reader needs, particularly those of younger audiences, and maintaining a strong focus on local content, transparency, and digital innovation.