Award-winning photographer
@andreabruce spent more than a decade living and working abroad, visually reporting from regions including Iraq and Afghanistan. But in 2016 she embarked on a cross-country project to better understand the rising political tensions at home in the United States. It was years-long journey that eventually led her back to her hometown in rural Pamlico County, North Carolina, where she launched the visual newsletter
@downinthecounty .
In time, Bruce wants the publication to be a source of connection for the entire county — a chance for residents to share their stories, learn more about their neighbors, enjoy local events, access useful information and resources, and even be a part of the storytelling process. As CatchLight Local’s first Senior Fellow, Bruce is modeling and testing new ways to sustainably operate a hyperlocal publication that draws in readers through high-quality visual journalism.
Read the newsletter at downinthecounty.beehiiv.com
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